The Outer Limits Facts, FAQ & Common Questions
1995 · Showtime, Syfy · Status: Ended · Rated: TV-MA
Frequently Asked Questions About The Outer Limits
Direct, verified answers to the most common queries regarding episodes, renewals, watch order, and streaming availability.
How many seasons and episodes does The Outer Limits have?
The Outer Limits has 7 seasons and 153 total episodes, spanning from its premiere on March 26, 1995 to January 18, 2002.
Is The Outer Limits renewed, ended, or canceled?
The Outer Limits has concluded its run and is officially ended.
How long does it take to binge watch The Outer Limits?
It takes 81h 5m (4865 minutes) to watch the complete run of The Outer Limits. At a standard pace of 2 hours per day, you will finish the entire series in approximately 41 days. Not realistic for a 48-hour weekend. At 81.1 total hours, watching at a healthy 2 hours per day will take approximately 41 days.
What is the highest-rated episode of The Outer Limits?
The highest-rated episode is Season 1, Episode 12 ("The Conversion"), which holds an outstanding rating of 7.5/10 based on 10 audience ratings.
Where can you stream or watch The Outer Limits?
The Outer Limits is available for streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads. Availability may vary by regional territory, subscription tier, and digital purchase availability.
What is the official age rating for The Outer Limits?
The Outer Limits 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 Outer Limits?
The primary ensemble cast includes Alex Diakun as Nicholas Prentice (age 80), Eric Schneider as Dr. Stanley Miller, Larry Musser as Dr. Evan Swift, Garvin Cross as Agent Bauer.
Ensemble Cast & Current Ages
Lead cast members, their character identities, and current ages calculated from official biographical records:
| Actor | Character | Current Age |
|---|---|---|
| Alex Diakun | Nicholas Prentice | 80 |
| Eric Schneider | Dr. Stanley Miller | – |
| Larry Musser | Dr. Evan Swift | – |
| Garvin Cross | Agent Bauer | – |
| Scott Swanson | Emil Dobkins | 77 |
| Tom Butler | Mr. Evans | 75 |
| Nathaniel DeVeaux | Don Hattaway | 72 (deceased) |
| Kavan Smith | Harrison Taylor | 56 |
Editorial Verification & Sources
All production facts, air dates, cast credentials, and streaming metadata for The Outer Limits are compiled from official broadcaster archives, TMDB, and Wikidata records. Last verified on September 25, 2026.