The First Olympics: Athens 1896 Facts, FAQ & Common Questions
1984 · NBC · Status: Ended · Rated: Not Rated
Frequently Asked Questions About The First Olympics: Athens 1896
Direct, verified answers to the most common queries regarding episodes, renewals, watch order, and streaming availability.
How many seasons and episodes does The First Olympics: Athens 1896 have?
The First Olympics: Athens 1896 has 1 season and 2 total episodes, spanning from its premiere on May 20, 1984.
Is The First Olympics: Athens 1896 renewed, ended, or canceled?
The First Olympics: Athens 1896 has concluded its run and is officially ended.
How long does it take to binge watch The First Olympics: Athens 1896?
It takes 4h 0m (240 minutes) to watch the complete run of The First Olympics: Athens 1896. At a standard pace of 2 hours per day, you will finish the entire series in approximately 2 days. Yes! At 4 hours total, you can comfortably finish this in a single weekend with about 2 hours per day.
Where can you stream or watch The First Olympics: Athens 1896?
The First Olympics: Athens 1896 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 First Olympics: Athens 1896?
The First Olympics: Athens 1896 has an official content rating of Not Rated.
Who are the lead actors in The First Olympics: Athens 1896?
The primary ensemble cast includes David Ogden Stiers as Dr. William Milligan Sloane (age 75 (deceased)), Hunt Block as Robert Garrett (age 73), David Caruso as James Connolly (age 70), Alex Hyde-White as Arthur 'Skip' Blake (age 67).
Ensemble Cast & Current Ages
Lead cast members, their character identities, and current ages calculated from official biographical records:
| Actor | Character | Current Age |
|---|---|---|
| David Ogden Stiers | Dr. William Milligan Sloane | 75 (deceased) |
| Hunt Block | Robert Garrett | 73 |
| David Caruso | James Connolly | 70 |
| Alex Hyde-White | Arthur 'Skip' Blake | 67 |
| Benedict Taylor | Edwin Flack | 66 |
| Edward Wiley | Coach John Graham | 71 |
| Nicos Ziagos | Spiridon Louis | 70 |
| Honor Blackman | Madam Ursula Schumann | 94 (deceased) |
Editorial Verification & Sources
All production facts, air dates, cast credentials, and streaming metadata for The First Olympics: Athens 1896 are compiled from official broadcaster archives, TMDB, and Wikidata records. Last verified on September 25, 2026.