Shortland Street Facts, FAQ & Common Questions
1992 · TVNZ 2 · Status: Returning Series · Rated: NR
Frequently Asked Questions About Shortland Street
Direct, verified answers to the most common queries regarding episodes, renewals, watch order, and streaming availability.
How many seasons and episodes does Shortland Street have?
Shortland Street has 35 seasons and 8021 total episodes, spanning from its premiere on May 25, 1992 to March 24, 2026.
Is Shortland Street renewed, ended, or canceled?
Shortland Street is currently an active returning series with future seasons planned or in development.
How long does it take to binge watch Shortland Street?
It takes 585h 30m (35130 minutes) to watch the complete run of Shortland Street. At a standard pace of 2 hours per day, you will finish the entire series in approximately 293 days. Not realistic for a 48-hour weekend. At 585.5 total hours, watching at a healthy 2 hours per day will take approximately 293 days.
Where can you stream or watch Shortland Street?
Shortland Street is available for streaming on 7plus. Availability may vary by regional territory, subscription tier, and digital purchase availability.
What is the official age rating for Shortland Street?
Shortland Street has an official content rating of NR.
Who are the lead actors in Shortland Street?
The primary ensemble cast includes Ben Mitchell as Te Koha "TK" Samuels (age 46), Sally Martin as Nicole Miller (age 41), Jess Sayer as Maeve Mullens, Michael Galvin as Chris Warner.
Ensemble Cast & Current Ages
Lead cast members, their character identities, and current ages calculated from official biographical records:
| Actor | Character | Current Age |
|---|---|---|
| Ben Mitchell | Te Koha "TK" Samuels | 46 |
| Sally Martin | Nicole Miller | 41 |
| Jess Sayer | Maeve Mullens | – |
| Michael Galvin | Chris Warner | – |
| Ngahuia Piripi | Esther Samuels | 35 |
| Ben Barrington | Drew McCaskill | 49 |
| Ria Vandervis | Harper Whitley | 42 |
| Angela Bloomfield | Rachel McKenna | 53 |
Editorial Verification & Sources
All production facts, air dates, cast credentials, and streaming metadata for Shortland Street are compiled from official broadcaster archives, TMDB, and Wikidata records. Last verified on September 25, 2026.