The Donna Reed Show Facts, FAQ & Common Questions
1958 · ABC · Status: Ended · Rated: TV-PG
Frequently Asked Questions About The Donna Reed Show
Direct, verified answers to the most common queries regarding episodes, renewals, watch order, and streaming availability.
How many seasons and episodes does The Donna Reed Show have?
The Donna Reed Show has 8 seasons and 275 total episodes, spanning from its premiere on September 24, 1958 to March 19, 1966.
Is The Donna Reed Show renewed, ended, or canceled?
The Donna Reed Show has concluded its run and is officially ended.
How long does it take to binge watch The Donna Reed Show?
It takes 93h 0m (5580 minutes) to watch the complete run of The Donna Reed Show. At a standard pace of 2 hours per day, you will finish the entire series in approximately 47 days. Not realistic for a 48-hour weekend. At 93 total hours, watching at a healthy 2 hours per day will take approximately 47 days.
What is the highest-rated episode of The Donna Reed Show?
The highest-rated episode is Season 1, Episode 14 ("A Very Merry Christmas"), which holds an outstanding rating of 8/10 based on 1 audience ratings.
Where can you stream or watch The Donna Reed Show?
The Donna Reed Show is available for streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Peacock Premium, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Peacock Premium Plus. Availability may vary by regional territory, subscription tier, and digital purchase availability.
What is the official age rating for The Donna Reed Show?
The Donna Reed Show has an official content rating of TV-PG.
Who are the lead actors in The Donna Reed Show?
The primary ensemble cast includes Donna Reed as Donna Stone (age 64 (deceased)), Carl Betz as Alex Stone (age 56 (deceased)), Paul Petersen as Jeff Stone (age 81), Shelley Fabares as Mary Stone (age 82).
Ensemble Cast & Current Ages
Lead cast members, their character identities, and current ages calculated from official biographical records:
| Actor | Character | Current Age |
|---|---|---|
| Donna Reed | Donna Stone | 64 (deceased) |
| Carl Betz | Alex Stone | 56 (deceased) |
| Paul Petersen | Jeff Stone | 81 |
| Shelley Fabares | Mary Stone | 82 |
| Patty Petersen | Trisha Stone | – |
| Jimmy Hawkins | Jerry Hager | 84 |
| C. Lindsay Workman | Jim | 88 (deceased) |
| Candy Moore | Main Cast | 79 |
Editorial Verification & Sources
All production facts, air dates, cast credentials, and streaming metadata for The Donna Reed Show are compiled from official broadcaster archives, TMDB, and Wikidata records. Last verified on September 25, 2026.