How Long Does It Take to Watch NCIS: Los Angeles?
2009 · 14 Seasons · 323 Episodes · Total Runtime: 237h 56m (14,276 mins)
14,276 minutes of non-stop content across all 323 episodes.
Not realistic for a 48-hour weekend. At 237.9 total hours, watching at a healthy 2 hours per day will take approximately 119 days.
Typical episode runtime excluding ad breaks and credit sequences.
Finish by approximately Jan 22, 2027 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)
Estimated completion:
May 21, 2027
Standard (2 hrs/day)
Estimated completion:
Jan 22, 2027
Dedicated (4 hrs/day)
Estimated completion:
Nov 24, 2026
Weekend Marathon (8 hrs/day)
Estimated completion:
Oct 25, 2026
Watch Time at Higher Playback Speeds
If you listen to commentary or watch at accelerated speeds on streaming apps:
Season-by-Season Runtime Breakdown
| Season | Episodes | Total Runtime | Avg Length | Share of Series |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 24 episodes | 17h 22m (1,042 mins) | 43 mins/ep | |
| Season 2 | 24 episodes | 17h 23m (1,043 mins) | 43 mins/ep | |
| Season 3 | 24 episodes | 17h 6m (1,026 mins) | 43 mins/ep | |
| Season 4 | 24 episodes | 17h 15m (1,035 mins) | 43 mins/ep | |
| Season 5 | 24 episodes | 17h 17m (1,037 mins) | 43 mins/ep | |
| Season 6 Longest Season | 24 episodes | 18h 0m (1,080 mins) | 45 mins/ep | |
| Season 7 | 24 episodes | 18h 0m (1,080 mins) | 45 mins/ep | |
| Season 8 | 24 episodes | 18h 0m (1,080 mins) | 45 mins/ep | |
| Season 9 | 24 episodes | 18h 0m (1,080 mins) | 45 mins/ep | |
| Season 10 | 24 episodes | 18h 0m (1,080 mins) | 45 mins/ep | |
| Season 11 | 22 episodes | 16h 30m (990 mins) | 45 mins/ep | |
| Season 12 Shortest Season | 18 episodes | 13h 30m (810 mins) | 45 mins/ep | |
| Season 13 | 22 episodes | 16h 30m (990 mins) | 45 mins/ep | |
| Season 14 | 21 episodes | 15h 3m (903 mins) | 43 mins/ep |
Frequently Asked Questions About Binge-Watching NCIS: Los Angeles
Can I binge-watch NCIS: Los Angeles in a single weekend?
Not realistic for a 48-hour weekend. At 237.9 total hours, watching at a healthy 2 hours per day will take approximately 119 days. A 48-hour weekend provides about 16 to 24 waking hours; NCIS: Los Angeles contains 237h 56m of episodes.
How long does it take to watch all seasons of NCIS: Los Angeles at 2 hours a day?
At a steady rate of 2 hours per day, it will take approximately 119 days to finish the complete series. If you begin today, your projected finish date is Jan 22, 2027.
Which season of NCIS: Los Angeles is the longest?
Season 6 is the longest season with a total runtime of 18h 0m across 24 episodes.
How many total hours and episodes are in NCIS: Los Angeles?
The series consists of 323 episodes across 14 seasons, totaling 237h 56m (14,276 minutes) of screen time.