How Long Does It Take to Watch Side by Side?
2012 · 1 Seasons · 154 Episodes · Total Runtime: 98h 13m (5,893 mins)
5,893 minutes of non-stop content across all 154 episodes.
Not realistic for a 48-hour weekend. At 98.2 total hours, watching at a healthy 2 hours per day will take approximately 50 days.
Typical episode runtime excluding ad breaks and credit sequences.
Finish by approximately Nov 14, 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)
Estimated completion:
Jan 2, 2027
Standard (2 hrs/day)
Estimated completion:
Nov 14, 2026
Dedicated (4 hrs/day)
Estimated completion:
Oct 20, 2026
Weekend Marathon (8 hrs/day)
Estimated completion:
Oct 8, 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 Longest Season | 154 episodes | 98h 13m (5,893 mins) | 38 mins/ep |
Frequently Asked Questions About Binge-Watching Side by Side
Can I binge-watch Side by Side in a single weekend?
Not realistic for a 48-hour weekend. At 98.2 total hours, watching at a healthy 2 hours per day will take approximately 50 days. A 48-hour weekend provides about 16 to 24 waking hours; Side by Side contains 98h 13m of episodes.
How long does it take to watch all seasons of Side by Side at 2 hours a day?
At a steady rate of 2 hours per day, it will take approximately 50 days to finish the complete series. If you begin today, your projected finish date is Nov 14, 2026.
Which season of Side by Side is the longest?
Season 1 is the longest season with a total runtime of 98h 13m across 154 episodes.
How many total hours and episodes are in Side by Side?
The series consists of 154 episodes across 1 seasons, totaling 98h 13m (5,893 minutes) of screen time.