How Long Does It Take to Watch This Week?
2003 · 17 Seasons · 583 Episodes · Total Runtime: 582h 30m (34,950 mins)
34,950 minutes of non-stop content across all 583 episodes.
Not realistic for a 48-hour weekend. At 582.5 total hours, watching at a healthy 2 hours per day will take approximately 292 days.
Typical episode runtime excluding ad breaks and credit sequences.
Finish by approximately Jul 15, 2027 if starting today.
Viewing Pace & Completion Dates
Estimate when you will complete the series based on your daily viewing commitment starting today (September 26, 2026):
Casual (1 hr/day)
Estimated completion:
May 1, 2028
Standard (2 hrs/day)
Estimated completion:
Jul 15, 2027
Dedicated (4 hrs/day)
Estimated completion:
Feb 19, 2027
Weekend Marathon (8 hrs/day)
Estimated completion:
Dec 8, 2026
Watch Time at Higher Playback Speeds
If you listen to commentary or watch at accelerated speeds on streaming apps:
Season-by-Season Runtime Breakdown
| Season | Episodes | Total Runtime | Avg Length | Share of Series |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 22 episodes | 22h 0m (1,320 mins) | 60 mins/ep | |
| Season 2 | 38 episodes | 38h 0m (2,280 mins) | 60 mins/ep | |
| Season 3 Longest Season | 41 episodes | 41h 0m (2,460 mins) | 60 mins/ep | |
| Season 4 | 33 episodes | 33h 0m (1,980 mins) | 60 mins/ep | |
| Season 5 Shortest Season | 22 episodes | 22h 0m (1,320 mins) | 60 mins/ep | |
| Season 6 | 36 episodes | 36h 0m (2,160 mins) | 60 mins/ep | |
| Season 7 | 37 episodes | 37h 0m (2,220 mins) | 60 mins/ep | |
| Season 8 | 40 episodes | 40h 0m (2,400 mins) | 60 mins/ep | |
| Season 9 | 26 episodes | 26h 0m (1,560 mins) | 60 mins/ep | |
| Season 10 | 35 episodes | 35h 0m (2,100 mins) | 60 mins/ep | |
| Season 11 | 37 episodes | 37h 0m (2,220 mins) | 60 mins/ep | |
| Season 12 | 37 episodes | 37h 0m (2,220 mins) | 60 mins/ep | |
| Season 13 | 38 episodes | 38h 0m (2,280 mins) | 60 mins/ep | |
| Season 14 | 34 episodes | 34h 0m (2,040 mins) | 60 mins/ep | |
| Season 15 | 36 episodes | 36h 0m (2,160 mins) | 60 mins/ep | |
| Season 16 | 35 episodes | 35h 0m (2,100 mins) | 60 mins/ep | |
| Season 17 | 36 episodes | 35h 30m (2,130 mins) | 59 mins/ep |
Frequently Asked Questions About Binge-Watching This Week
Can I binge-watch This Week in a single weekend?
Not realistic for a 48-hour weekend. At 582.5 total hours, watching at a healthy 2 hours per day will take approximately 292 days. A 48-hour weekend provides about 16 to 24 waking hours; This Week contains 582h 30m of episodes.
How long does it take to watch all seasons of This Week at 2 hours a day?
At a steady rate of 2 hours per day, it will take approximately 292 days to finish the complete series. If you begin today, your projected finish date is Jul 15, 2027.
Which season of This Week is the longest?
Season 3 is the longest season with a total runtime of 41h 0m across 41 episodes.
How many total hours and episodes are in This Week?
The series consists of 583 episodes across 17 seasons, totaling 582h 30m (34,950 minutes) of screen time.