The Civil War Facts, FAQ & Common Questions
1990 · PBS · Status: Ended · Rated: TV-14
Frequently Asked Questions About The Civil War
Direct, verified answers to the most common queries regarding episodes, renewals, watch order, and streaming availability.
How many seasons and episodes does The Civil War have?
The Civil War has 1 season and 9 total episodes, spanning from its premiere on September 23, 1990 to September 27, 1990.
Is The Civil War renewed, ended, or canceled?
The Civil War has concluded its run and is officially ended.
How long does it take to binge watch The Civil War?
It takes 11h 24m (684 minutes) to watch the complete run of The Civil War. At a standard pace of 2 hours per day, you will finish the entire series in approximately 6 days. Yes! At 11.4 hours total, you can comfortably finish this in a single weekend with about 5.7 hours per day.
Where can you stream or watch The Civil War?
The Civil War is available for streaming on Hoopla, HISTORY Vault Apple TV Channel, HISTORY Vault Amazon Channel, PBS Documentaries Amazon Channel, Thirteen, WETA+. Availability may vary by regional territory, subscription tier, and digital purchase availability.
What is the official age rating for The Civil War?
The Civil War has an official content rating of TV-14.
Who are the lead actors in The Civil War?
The primary ensemble cast includes David McCullough as Narrator (voice) (age 89 (deceased)), Sam Waterston as Abraham Lincoln (voice) (age 85), Julie Harris as Mary Chestnut (voice) (age 87 (deceased)), Jason Robards as Ulysses S. Grant (voice) (age 78 (deceased)).
Ensemble Cast & Current Ages
Lead cast members, their character identities, and current ages calculated from official biographical records:
| Actor | Character | Current Age |
|---|---|---|
| David McCullough | Narrator (voice) | 89 (deceased) |
| Sam Waterston | Abraham Lincoln (voice) | 85 |
| Julie Harris | Mary Chestnut (voice) | 87 (deceased) |
| Jason Robards | Ulysses S. Grant (voice) | 78 (deceased) |
| Morgan Freeman | Frederick Douglass / John Boston (voice) | 89 |
| Paul Roebling | Joshua Chamberlain (voice) | 92 |
| Garrison Keillor | Walt Whitman (voice) | 84 |
| George Black | Robert E. Lee (voice) | – |
Editorial Verification & Sources
All production facts, air dates, cast credentials, and streaming metadata for The Civil War are compiled from official broadcaster archives, TMDB, and Wikidata records. Last verified on September 25, 2026.