The Great Facts, FAQ & Common Questions
2020 · Hulu · Status: Canceled · Rated: TV-MA
Frequently Asked Questions About The Great
Direct, verified answers to the most common queries regarding episodes, renewals, watch order, and streaming availability.
How many seasons and episodes does The Great have?
The Great has 3 seasons and 30 total episodes, spanning from its premiere on May 15, 2020 to May 12, 2023.
Is The Great renewed, ended, or canceled?
The Great has been officially canceled and will not return for additional seasons.
How long does it take to binge watch The Great?
It takes 23h 23m (1403 minutes) to watch the complete run of The Great. At a standard pace of 2 hours per day, you will finish the entire series in approximately 12 days. Not realistic for a 48-hour weekend. At 23.4 total hours, watching at a healthy 2 hours per day will take approximately 12 days.
What is the highest-rated episode of The Great?
The highest-rated episode is Season 1, Episode 1 ("The Great"), which holds an outstanding rating of 8.5/10 based on 267 audience ratings.
Where can you stream or watch The Great?
The Great is available for streaming on Hulu, YouTube TV. Availability may vary by regional territory, subscription tier, and digital purchase availability.
What is the official age rating for The Great?
The Great has an official content rating of TV-MA. It is intended for mature adult audiences and may contain explicit language, intense violence, or sexual themes.
Who are the lead actors in The Great?
The primary ensemble cast includes Elle Fanning as Catherine II of Russia (age 28), Nicholas Hoult as Peter III of Russia (age 36), Phoebe Fox as Marial (age 39), Gwilym Lee as Grigor Dymov (age 42).
Ensemble Cast & Current Ages
Lead cast members, their character identities, and current ages calculated from official biographical records:
| Actor | Character | Current Age |
|---|---|---|
| Elle Fanning | Catherine II of Russia | 28 |
| Nicholas Hoult | Peter III of Russia | 36 |
| Phoebe Fox | Marial | 39 |
| Gwilym Lee | Grigor Dymov | 42 |
| Adam Godley | Archbishop | 62 |
| Douglas Hodge | General Velementov | 66 |
| Belinda Bromilow | Elizabeth Petrovna | 51 |
| Bayo Gbadamosi | Arkady | – |
Editorial Verification & Sources
All production facts, air dates, cast credentials, and streaming metadata for The Great are compiled from official broadcaster archives, TMDB, and Wikidata records. Last verified on September 25, 2026.