The Facts of Life Facts, FAQ & Common Questions
1979 · NBC · Status: Ended · Rated: TV-PG
Frequently Asked Questions About The Facts of Life
Direct, verified answers to the most common queries regarding episodes, renewals, watch order, and streaming availability.
How many seasons and episodes does The Facts of Life have?
The Facts of Life has 9 seasons and 201 total episodes, spanning from its premiere on August 24, 1979 to May 7, 1988.
Is The Facts of Life renewed, ended, or canceled?
The Facts of Life has concluded its run and is officially ended.
How long does it take to binge watch The Facts of Life?
It takes 51h 14m (3074 minutes) to watch the complete run of The Facts of Life. At a standard pace of 2 hours per day, you will finish the entire series in approximately 26 days. Not realistic for a 48-hour weekend. At 51.2 total hours, watching at a healthy 2 hours per day will take approximately 26 days.
What is the highest-rated episode of The Facts of Life?
The highest-rated episode is Season 1, Episode 1 ("Rough Housing"), which holds an outstanding rating of 3.5/10 based on 4 audience ratings.
Where can you stream or watch The Facts of Life?
The Facts of Life is available for streaming on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, The Roku Channel, Tubi TV. Availability may vary by regional territory, subscription tier, and digital purchase availability.
What is the official age rating for The Facts of Life?
The Facts of Life has an official content rating of TV-PG.
Who are the lead actors in The Facts of Life?
The primary ensemble cast includes Lisa Whelchel as Blair Warner (age 63), Kim Fields as Tootie Ramsey (age 57), Mindy Cohn as Natalie Green (age 60), Nancy McKeon as Joanne Jo Polniaczek (age 60).
Ensemble Cast & Current Ages
Lead cast members, their character identities, and current ages calculated from official biographical records:
| Actor | Character | Current Age |
|---|---|---|
| Lisa Whelchel | Blair Warner | 63 |
| Kim Fields | Tootie Ramsey | 57 |
| Mindy Cohn | Natalie Green | 60 |
| Nancy McKeon | Joanne Jo Polniaczek | 60 |
| Charlotte Rae | Edna Garrett | 92 (deceased) |
| Mackenzie Astin | Andy Moffett | 53 |
| Cloris Leachman | Beverly Ann Stickle | 94 (deceased) |
| Pamela Adlon | Kelly Affinado | 60 |
Editorial Verification & Sources
All production facts, air dates, cast credentials, and streaming metadata for The Facts of Life are compiled from official broadcaster archives, TMDB, and Wikidata records. Last verified on September 25, 2026.