How many seasons and episodes does thirtysomething have?

thirtysomething has 4 seasons and 85 total episodes, spanning from its premiere on September 29, 1987 to May 28, 1991.

Is thirtysomething renewed, ended, or canceled?

thirtysomething has concluded its run and is officially ended.

How long does it take to binge watch thirtysomething?

It takes 85h 0m (5100 minutes) to watch the complete run of thirtysomething. At a standard pace of 2 hours per day, you will finish the entire series in approximately 43 days. Not realistic for a 48-hour weekend. At 85 total hours, watching at a healthy 2 hours per day will take approximately 43 days.

Where can you stream or watch thirtysomething?

thirtysomething 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 thirtysomething?

thirtysomething has an official content rating of Not Rated.

Who are the lead actors in thirtysomething?

The primary ensemble cast includes Ken Olin as Michael Steadman (age 72), Mel Harris as Hope Steadman (age 70), Timothy Busfield as Elliot Weston (age 69), Patricia Wettig as Nancy Weston (age 74).

Binge-Watching Time Guide

How Long Does It Take to Watch thirtysomething?

1987 · 4 Seasons · 85 Episodes · Total Runtime: 85h 0m (5,100 mins)

Total Watch Time

85h 0m

5,100 minutes of non-stop content across all 85 episodes.

Weekend Binge Verdict

Multi-Week Commitment

Not realistic for a 48-hour weekend. At 85 total hours, watching at a healthy 2 hours per day will take approximately 43 days.

Average Episode Length

60 mins

Typical episode runtime excluding ad breaks and credit sequences.

Standard Pace (2 hrs/day)

43 days

Finish by approximately Nov 7, 2026 if starting today.

Viewing Pace & Completion Dates

Estimate when you will complete the series based on your daily viewing commitment starting today (September 25, 2026):

Casual (1 hr/day)

85 days

Estimated completion:
Dec 19, 2026

Recommended Pace

Standard (2 hrs/day)

43 days

Estimated completion:
Nov 7, 2026

Dedicated (4 hrs/day)

22 days

Estimated completion:
Oct 17, 2026

Weekend Marathon (8 hrs/day)

11 days

Estimated completion:
Oct 6, 2026

Watch Time at Higher Playback Speeds

If you listen to commentary or watch at accelerated speeds on streaming apps:

1.00× (Normal): 85h 0m 1.25× Speed: 68h 0m (saves 17h) 1.50× Speed: 56h 40m (saves 28.3h)

Season-by-Season Runtime Breakdown

Season	Episodes	Total Runtime	Avg Length	Share of Series
Season 1	21 episodes	21h 0m (1,260 mins)	60 mins/ep	24.7%
Season 2 Shortest Season	17 episodes	17h 0m (1,020 mins)	60 mins/ep	20%
Season 3 Longest Season	24 episodes	24h 0m (1,440 mins)	60 mins/ep	28.2%
Season 4	23 episodes	23h 0m (1,380 mins)	60 mins/ep	27.1%

Frequently Asked Questions About Binge-Watching thirtysomething

Can I binge-watch thirtysomething in a single weekend?

Not realistic for a 48-hour weekend. At 85 total hours, watching at a healthy 2 hours per day will take approximately 43 days. A 48-hour weekend provides about 16 to 24 waking hours; thirtysomething contains 85h 0m of episodes.

How long does it take to watch all seasons of thirtysomething at 2 hours a day?

At a steady rate of 2 hours per day, it will take approximately 43 days to finish the complete series. If you begin today, your projected finish date is Nov 7, 2026.

Which season of thirtysomething is the longest?

Season 3 is the longest season with a total runtime of 24h 0m across 24 episodes.

How many total hours and episodes are in thirtysomething?

The series consists of 85 episodes across 4 seasons, totaling 85h 0m (5,100 minutes) of screen time.