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The Young and the Restless 1973

Status
Returning Series
First Aired
March 26, 1973
Last Aired
July 10, 2026
Format
53 seasons · 8,354 eps
Total Runtime
~5151.6 hours (37 min/ep)
Highest Rated Episode
S1E14 "Episode 14" (★ 10/10)
Created By
William J. Bell, Lee Phillip Bell
Network
CBS
Where to Stream
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★ TMDB users: 7.0/10 from 165 votes SoapDrama 53 seasons · 8354 eps Returning Series
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What is The Young and the Restless?

The Young and the Restless is a long-running American television soap opera. It is set in the fictional Midwestern metropolis of Genoa City, where the lives and loves of various characters from different families intertwine.

Type
TV series
Year
1973
Status
Returning Series
Episodes
8,354
Runtime
37 minutes
First aired
Mar 26, 1973
Last aired
Jul 10, 2026
Original language
EN
Origin
US
Networks
CBS
Genres
Soap, Drama
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Rating
★ TMDB users: 7.0/10 from 165 votes
Format
53 seasons · 8,354 episodes
Episode runtime
~37 minutes
Status
Returning Series
Network
CBS
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Overview

The Young and the Restless is a long-running American television soap opera. It is set in the fictional Midwestern metropolis of Genoa City, where the lives and loves of various characters from different families intertwine. The series focuses on the rivalries, romances, hopes, and fears of the residents of Genoa City, with a central presence of several prominent families. The show's setting and family dynamics are key elements of its narrative.

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Should you watch it?

“The lives and loves of Genoa City residents intertwine across generations in this long-running daytime drama.”

Reasons to watch
  • complex family dynamics
  • rich character history
Keep in mind
  • large cast can be overwhelming
  • ongoing storylines require commitment

Watch it if you enjoy exploring the intricate personal and professional rivalries within a close-knit community.

The series features mature themes and dramatic conflicts typical of daytime television.

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Season 18 · 1 episodes Open the complete Season 18 guide & lore primer →
Season 19 · 60 episodes Open the complete Season 19 guide & lore primer →
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Season 23 · 12 episodes Open the complete Season 23 guide & lore primer →
Season 24 · 10 episodes Open the complete Season 24 guide & lore primer →
Season 25 · 123 episodes Open the complete Season 25 guide & lore primer →
Season 26 · 129 episodes Open the complete Season 26 guide & lore primer →
Season 27 · 253 episodes Open the complete Season 27 guide & lore primer →
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Frequently asked questions

Where is the show set?

The series is set in the fictional Midwestern metropolis of Genoa City.

Which families are central to the story?

The narratives are dominated by the Newman, Abbott, Baldwin, and Winters families.

What themes are explored?

The show focuses on the rivalries, romances, hopes, and fears of its residents.

How are the characters connected?

The lives and loves of a wide variety of characters mingle through the generations.

Is the show ongoing?

The series follows the lives of residents in a long-running format.

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