North and South Facts, FAQ & Common Questions
1985 · ABC · Status: Ended · Rated: TV-PG
Frequently Asked Questions About North and South
Direct, verified answers to the most common queries regarding episodes, renewals, watch order, and streaming availability.
How many seasons and episodes does North and South have?
North and South has 3 seasons and 15 total episodes, spanning from its premiere on November 3, 1985 to March 2, 1994.
Is North and South renewed, ended, or canceled?
North and South has concluded its run and is officially ended.
How long does it take to binge watch North and South?
It takes 42h 47m (2567 minutes) to watch the complete run of North and South. At a standard pace of 2 hours per day, you will finish the entire series in approximately 22 days. Not realistic for a 48-hour weekend. At 42.8 total hours, watching at a healthy 2 hours per day will take approximately 22 days.
What is the highest-rated episode of North and South?
The highest-rated episode is Season 1, Episode 6 ("November 6, 1860 - April 12, 1861"), which holds an outstanding rating of 8.7/10 based on 3 audience ratings.
Where can you stream or watch North and South?
North and South is available for streaming on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, Sky Go. Availability may vary by regional territory, subscription tier, and digital purchase availability.
What is the official age rating for North and South?
North and South has an official content rating of TV-PG.
Who are the lead actors in North and South?
The primary ensemble cast includes James Read as George Hazard (age 73), Lesley-Anne Down as Madeline Fabray LaMotte (age 72), Patrick Swayze as Orry Main (age 57 (deceased)), Jonathan Frakes as Stanley Hazard (age 74).
Ensemble Cast & Current Ages
Lead cast members, their character identities, and current ages calculated from official biographical records:
| Actor | Character | Current Age |
|---|---|---|
| James Read | George Hazard | 73 |
| Lesley-Anne Down | Madeline Fabray LaMotte | 72 |
| Patrick Swayze | Orry Main | 57 (deceased) |
| Jonathan Frakes | Stanley Hazard | 74 |
| Terri Garber | Ashton Main Huntoon | 65 |
| Philip Casnoff | Elkanah Bent | 77 |
| Jean Simmons | Clarissa Main | 80 (deceased) |
| Inga Swenson | Maude Hazard | 93 |
Editorial Verification & Sources
All production facts, air dates, cast credentials, and streaming metadata for North and South are compiled from official broadcaster archives, TMDB, and Wikidata records. Last verified on September 25, 2026.