How Long Does It Take to Watch The Last Kingdom?
2015 · 5 Seasons · 46 Episodes · Total Runtime: 42h 39m (2,559 mins)
2,559 minutes of non-stop content across all 46 episodes.
Not realistic for a 48-hour weekend. At 42.7 total hours, watching at a healthy 2 hours per day will take approximately 22 days.
Typical episode runtime excluding ad breaks and credit sequences.
Finish by approximately Oct 17, 2026 if starting today.
Viewing Pace & Completion Dates
Estimate when you will complete the series based on your daily viewing commitment starting today (September 25, 2026):
Casual (1 hr/day)
Estimated completion:
Nov 7, 2026
Standard (2 hrs/day)
Estimated completion:
Oct 17, 2026
Dedicated (4 hrs/day)
Estimated completion:
Oct 6, 2026
Weekend Marathon (8 hrs/day)
Estimated completion:
Oct 1, 2026
Watch Time at Higher Playback Speeds
If you listen to commentary or watch at accelerated speeds on streaming apps:
Season-by-Season Runtime Breakdown
| Season | Episodes | Total Runtime | Avg Length | Share of Series |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 8 episodes | 7h 50m (470 mins) | 59 mins/ep | |
| Season 2 Shortest Season | 8 episodes | 7h 47m (467 mins) | 58 mins/ep | |
| Season 3 | 10 episodes | 8h 55m (535 mins) | 54 mins/ep | |
| Season 4 | 10 episodes | 8h 58m (538 mins) | 54 mins/ep | |
| Season 5 Longest Season | 10 episodes | 9h 9m (549 mins) | 55 mins/ep |
Frequently Asked Questions About Binge-Watching The Last Kingdom
Can I binge-watch The Last Kingdom in a single weekend?
Not realistic for a 48-hour weekend. At 42.7 total hours, watching at a healthy 2 hours per day will take approximately 22 days. A 48-hour weekend provides about 16 to 24 waking hours; The Last Kingdom contains 42h 39m of episodes.
How long does it take to watch all seasons of The Last Kingdom at 2 hours a day?
At a steady rate of 2 hours per day, it will take approximately 22 days to finish the complete series. If you begin today, your projected finish date is Oct 17, 2026.
Which season of The Last Kingdom is the longest?
Season 5 is the longest season with a total runtime of 9h 9m across 10 episodes.
How many total hours and episodes are in The Last Kingdom?
The series consists of 46 episodes across 5 seasons, totaling 42h 39m (2,559 minutes) of screen time.