2,725 minutes of non-stop content across all 65 episodes.
Not realistic for a 48-hour weekend. At 45.4 total hours, watching at a healthy 2 hours per day will take approximately 23 days.
Typical episode runtime excluding ad breaks and credit sequences.
Finish by approximately Dec 2, 2026 if starting today.
Viewing Pace & Completion Dates
Estimate when you will complete the series based on your daily viewing commitment starting today (November 9, 2026):
Casual (1 hr/day)
Estimated completion:
Dec 25, 2026
Standard (2 hrs/day)
Estimated completion:
Dec 2, 2026
Dedicated (4 hrs/day)
Estimated completion:
Nov 21, 2026
Weekend Marathon (8 hrs/day)
Estimated completion:
Nov 15, 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 Shortest Season | 13 episodes | 8h 36m (516 mins) | 40 mins/ep | |
| Season 2 | 13 episodes | 8h 52m (532 mins) | 41 mins/ep | |
| Season 3 | 13 episodes | 9h 10m (550 mins) | 42 mins/ep | |
| Season 4 | 13 episodes | 9h 22m (562 mins) | 43 mins/ep | |
| Season 5 Longest Season | 13 episodes | 9h 25m (565 mins) | 43 mins/ep |
Frequently Asked Questions About Binge-Watching The Listener
Can I binge-watch The Listener in a single weekend?
Not realistic for a 48-hour weekend. At 45.4 total hours, watching at a healthy 2 hours per day will take approximately 23 days. A 48-hour weekend provides about 16 to 24 waking hours; The Listener contains 45h 25m of episodes.
How long does it take to watch all seasons of The Listener at 2 hours a day?
At a steady rate of 2 hours per day, it will take approximately 23 days to finish the complete series. If you begin today, your projected finish date is Dec 2, 2026.
Which season of The Listener is the longest?
Season 5 is the longest season with a total runtime of 9h 25m across 13 episodes.
How many total hours and episodes are in The Listener?
The series consists of 65 episodes across 5 seasons, totaling 45h 25m (2,725 minutes) of screen time.