The Rifleman Facts, FAQ & Common Questions
1958 · ABC · Status: Ended · Rated: TV-PG
Frequently Asked Questions About The Rifleman
Direct, verified answers to the most common queries regarding episodes, renewals, watch order, and streaming availability.
How many seasons and episodes does The Rifleman have?
The Rifleman has 5 seasons and 168 total episodes, spanning from its premiere on September 30, 1958 to April 8, 1963.
Is The Rifleman renewed, ended, or canceled?
The Rifleman has concluded its run and is officially ended.
How long does it take to binge watch The Rifleman?
It takes 84h 0m (5040 minutes) to watch the complete run of The Rifleman. At a standard pace of 2 hours per day, you will finish the entire series in approximately 42 days. Not realistic for a 48-hour weekend. At 84 total hours, watching at a healthy 2 hours per day will take approximately 42 days.
What is the highest-rated episode of The Rifleman?
The highest-rated episode is Season 1, Episode 2 ("Home Ranch"), which holds an outstanding rating of 10/10 based on 1 audience ratings.
Where can you stream or watch The Rifleman?
The Rifleman is available for streaming on Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, Peacock Premium, Philo, Pure Flix, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Peacock Premium Plus, Great American Pure Flix Amazon Channel. Availability may vary by regional territory, subscription tier, and digital purchase availability.
What is the official age rating for The Rifleman?
The Rifleman has an official content rating of TV-PG.
Who are the lead actors in The Rifleman?
The primary ensemble cast includes Paul Fix as Micah Torrance (age 82 (deceased)), Chuck Connors as Lucas McCain (age 71 (deceased)), Johnny Crawford as Mark McCain (age 75 (deceased)), Joe Higgins as Nils Swenson (age 72 (deceased)).
Ensemble Cast & Current Ages
Lead cast members, their character identities, and current ages calculated from official biographical records:
| Actor | Character | Current Age |
|---|---|---|
| Paul Fix | Micah Torrance | 82 (deceased) |
| Chuck Connors | Lucas McCain | 71 (deceased) |
| Johnny Crawford | Mark McCain | 75 (deceased) |
| Joe Higgins | Nils Swenson | 72 (deceased) |
| Bill Quinn | Frank Sweeney | 81 (deceased) |
| John Milford | Main Cast | 72 (deceased) |
| Harlan Warde | Hamilton | 62 (deceased) |
| Chris Alcaide | Main Cast | 80 (deceased) |
Editorial Verification & Sources
All production facts, air dates, cast credentials, and streaming metadata for The Rifleman are compiled from official broadcaster archives, TMDB, and Wikidata records. Last verified on September 26, 2026.