McHale's Navy Facts, FAQ & Common Questions
1962 · ABC · Status: Ended · Rated: TV-G
Frequently Asked Questions About McHale's Navy
Direct, verified answers to the most common queries regarding episodes, renewals, watch order, and streaming availability.
How many seasons and episodes does McHale's Navy have?
McHale's Navy has 4 seasons and 138 total episodes, spanning from its premiere on October 11, 1962 to April 12, 1966.
Is McHale's Navy renewed, ended, or canceled?
McHale's Navy has concluded its run and is officially ended.
How long does it take to binge watch McHale's Navy?
It takes 69h 0m (4140 minutes) to watch the complete run of McHale's Navy. At a standard pace of 2 hours per day, you will finish the entire series in approximately 35 days. Not realistic for a 48-hour weekend. At 69 total hours, watching at a healthy 2 hours per day will take approximately 35 days.
Where can you stream or watch McHale's Navy?
McHale's Navy is available for streaming on Digital on-demand platforms & broadcast archives. Availability may vary by regional territory, subscription tier, and digital purchase availability.
What is the official age rating for McHale's Navy?
McHale's Navy has an official content rating of TV-G.
Who are the lead actors in McHale's Navy?
The primary ensemble cast includes Bob Hastings as Lt. Elroy Carpenter (age 89 (deceased)), Ernest Borgnine as Quinton McHale (age 95 (deceased)), Joe Flynn as Captain Wallace B. Binghamton (age 49 (deceased)), Tim Conway as Ensign Charles Parker (age 85 (deceased)).
Ensemble Cast & Current Ages
Lead cast members, their character identities, and current ages calculated from official biographical records:
| Actor | Character | Current Age |
|---|---|---|
| Bob Hastings | Lt. Elroy Carpenter | 89 (deceased) |
| Ernest Borgnine | Quinton McHale | 95 (deceased) |
| Joe Flynn | Captain Wallace B. Binghamton | 49 (deceased) |
| Tim Conway | Ensign Charles Parker | 85 (deceased) |
| Carl Ballantine | Lester Gruber | 92 (deceased) |
| Gary Vinson | George Christopher | 47 (deceased) |
| Billy Sands | 'Tinker' Bell | 73 (deceased) |
| Edson Stroll | Virgil Edwards | 81 (deceased) |
Editorial Verification & Sources
All production facts, air dates, cast credentials, and streaming metadata for McHale's Navy are compiled from official broadcaster archives, TMDB, and Wikidata records. Last verified on September 25, 2026.