The Vietnam War Facts, FAQ & Common Questions
2017 · PBS · Status: Ended · Rated: TV-MA
Frequently Asked Questions About The Vietnam War
Direct, verified answers to the most common queries regarding episodes, renewals, watch order, and streaming availability.
How many seasons and episodes does The Vietnam War have?
The Vietnam War has 1 season and 10 total episodes, spanning from its premiere on September 17, 2017.
Is The Vietnam War renewed, ended, or canceled?
The Vietnam War has concluded its run and is officially ended.
How long does it take to binge watch The Vietnam War?
It takes 7h 30m (450 minutes) to watch the complete run of The Vietnam War. At a standard pace of 2 hours per day, you will finish the entire series in approximately 4 days. Yes! At 7.5 hours total, you can comfortably finish this in a single weekend with about 3.8 hours per day.
Where can you stream or watch The Vietnam War?
The Vietnam War is available for streaming on Digital on-demand platforms & broadcast archives. Availability may vary by regional territory, subscription tier, and digital purchase availability.
What is the official age rating for The Vietnam War?
The Vietnam War 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 Vietnam War?
The primary ensemble cast includes Peter Coyote as Self - Narrator (voice) (age 84), Max Cleland as Self (age 85), Hồ Chí Minh as Self - Politician (archive footage) (age 136), Karl Marlantes as Self - Marines (1969).
Ensemble Cast & Current Ages
Lead cast members, their character identities, and current ages calculated from official biographical records:
| Actor | Character | Current Age |
|---|---|---|
| Peter Coyote | Self - Narrator (voice) | 84 |
| Max Cleland | Self | 85 |
| Hồ Chí Minh | Self - Politician (archive footage) | 136 |
| Karl Marlantes | Self - Marines (1969) | – |
| Bao Ninh | Self - N. Vietnamese Army | – |
| Tran Ngoc Toan | Self - S. Vietnamese Marines | – |
| Lam Quang Thi | Self - S. Vietnamese Army | – |
| John Musgrave | Self - Marines (1967) | – |
Editorial Verification & Sources
All production facts, air dates, cast credentials, and streaming metadata for The Vietnam War are compiled from official broadcaster archives, TMDB, and Wikidata records. Last verified on September 25, 2026.