The Defenders Facts, FAQ & Common Questions
1961 · CBS · Status: Ended · Rated: Not Rated
Frequently Asked Questions About The Defenders
Direct, verified answers to the most common queries regarding episodes, renewals, watch order, and streaming availability.
How many seasons and episodes does The Defenders have?
The Defenders has 4 seasons and 132 total episodes, spanning from its premiere on September 16, 1961 to May 13, 1965.
Is The Defenders renewed, ended, or canceled?
The Defenders has concluded its run and is officially ended.
How long does it take to binge watch The Defenders?
It takes 131h 41m (7901 minutes) to watch the complete run of The Defenders. At a standard pace of 2 hours per day, you will finish the entire series in approximately 66 days. Not realistic for a 48-hour weekend. At 131.7 total hours, watching at a healthy 2 hours per day will take approximately 66 days.
What is the highest-rated episode of The Defenders?
The highest-rated episode is Season 1, Episode 27 ("The Last Six Months"), which holds an outstanding rating of 9/10 based on 1 audience ratings.
Where can you stream or watch The Defenders?
The Defenders is available for streaming on Digital on-demand platforms & broadcast archives. Availability may vary by regional territory, subscription tier, and digital purchase availability.
What is the official age rating for The Defenders?
The Defenders has an official content rating of Not Rated.
Who are the lead actors in The Defenders?
The primary ensemble cast includes E.G. Marshall as Lawrence Preston (age 84 (deceased)), Robert Reed as Kenneth Preston (age 59 (deceased)), Polly Rowles as Helen Donaldson, Ossie Davis as District Attorney Daniel Jackson (age 87 (deceased)).
Ensemble Cast & Current Ages
Lead cast members, their character identities, and current ages calculated from official biographical records:
| Actor | Character | Current Age |
|---|---|---|
| E.G. Marshall | Lawrence Preston | 84 (deceased) |
| Robert Reed | Kenneth Preston | 59 (deceased) |
| Polly Rowles | Helen Donaldson | – |
| Ossie Davis | District Attorney Daniel Jackson | 87 (deceased) |
| J.D. Cannon | District Attorney | 83 (deceased) |
| Murray Hamilton | District Attorney | 63 (deceased) |
| Frank Overton | D.A. Bill Bryan | 49 (deceased) |
| Joan Hackett | Joan Miller | 49 (deceased) |
Editorial Verification & Sources
All production facts, air dates, cast credentials, and streaming metadata for The Defenders are compiled from official broadcaster archives, TMDB, and Wikidata records. Last verified on September 25, 2026.