How many seasons and episodes does Matlock have?

Matlock has 9 seasons and 194 total episodes, spanning from its premiere on March 3, 1986 to May 7, 1995.

Is Matlock renewed, ended, or canceled?

Matlock has concluded its run and is officially ended.

How long does it take to binge watch Matlock?

It takes 90h 0m (5400 minutes) to watch the complete run of Matlock. At a standard pace of 2 hours per day, you will finish the entire series in approximately 45 days. Not realistic for a 48-hour weekend. At 90 total hours, watching at a healthy 2 hours per day will take approximately 45 days.

Where can you stream or watch Matlock?

Matlock is available for streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads. Availability may vary by regional territory, subscription tier, and digital purchase availability.

What is the official age rating for Matlock?

Matlock has an official content rating of TV-PG.

Who are the lead actors in Matlock?

The primary ensemble cast includes Andy Griffith as Ben Matlock (age 86 (deceased)), Nancy Stafford as Michelle Thomas (age 72), Julie Sommars as Julie March (age 86), Clarence Gilyard Jr. as Conrad McMasters (age 66 (deceased)).

Binge-Watching Time Guide

How Long Does It Take to Watch Matlock?

1986 · 5 Seasons · 114 Episodes · Total Runtime: 90h 0m (5,400 mins)

Total Watch Time

90h 0m

5,400 minutes of non-stop content across all 114 episodes.

Weekend Binge Verdict

Multi-Week Commitment

Not realistic for a 48-hour weekend. At 90 total hours, watching at a healthy 2 hours per day will take approximately 45 days.

Average Episode Length

47 mins

Typical episode runtime excluding ad breaks and credit sequences.

Standard Pace (2 hrs/day)

45 days

Finish by approximately Nov 9, 2026 if starting today.

Viewing Pace & Completion Dates

Estimate when you will complete the series based on your daily viewing commitment starting today (September 25, 2026):

Casual (1 hr/day)

90 days

Estimated completion:
Dec 24, 2026

Recommended Pace

Standard (2 hrs/day)

45 days

Estimated completion:
Nov 9, 2026

Dedicated (4 hrs/day)

23 days

Estimated completion:
Oct 18, 2026

Weekend Marathon (8 hrs/day)

12 days

Estimated completion:
Oct 7, 2026

Watch Time at Higher Playback Speeds

If you listen to commentary or watch at accelerated speeds on streaming apps:

1.00× (Normal): 90h 0m 1.25× Speed: 72h 0m (saves 18h) 1.50× Speed: 60h 0m (saves 30h)

Season-by-Season Runtime Breakdown

Season	Episodes	Total Runtime	Avg Length	Share of Series
Season 1 Longest Season	24 episodes	22h 30m (1,350 mins)	56 mins/ep	25%
Season 2	24 episodes	18h 0m (1,080 mins)	45 mins/ep	20%
Season 3 Shortest Season	20 episodes	15h 0m (900 mins)	45 mins/ep	16.7%
Season 4	24 episodes	18h 0m (1,080 mins)	45 mins/ep	20%
Season 5	22 episodes	16h 30m (990 mins)	45 mins/ep	18.3%

Frequently Asked Questions About Binge-Watching Matlock

Can I binge-watch Matlock in a single weekend?

Not realistic for a 48-hour weekend. At 90 total hours, watching at a healthy 2 hours per day will take approximately 45 days. A 48-hour weekend provides about 16 to 24 waking hours; Matlock contains 90h 0m of episodes.

How long does it take to watch all seasons of Matlock at 2 hours a day?

At a steady rate of 2 hours per day, it will take approximately 45 days to finish the complete series. If you begin today, your projected finish date is Nov 9, 2026.

Which season of Matlock is the longest?

Season 1 is the longest season with a total runtime of 22h 30m across 24 episodes.

How many total hours and episodes are in Matlock?

The series consists of 114 episodes across 5 seasons, totaling 90h 0m (5,400 minutes) of screen time.