TV Series Duration Calculator
Add seasons, adjust episode counts, and plan how long it takes to binge your next show.
Season details
Season 1
Season 2
Series Summary
Total episodes
20
Example Series
Total runtime
14 h 40 min
14.7 hours
Finish timeline
5.9 days
Finish by December 1, 2025
How to Use This Calculator
Enter season data
Populate each season with episode counts and runtimes. Add or remove seasons to match your show.
Define pace options
Binge pace (episodes/day) shows how fast you could finish marathoning. Calendar minutes/day fits streaming into real life.
Plan your watch schedule
Use the finish date and daily targets to coordinate viewing parties, discuss with friends, or avoid spoilers.
Formula
Total Minutes = Σ (Episodes × Minutes/Episode)
Binge Days = Total Episodes ÷ Episodes/Day
Calendar Days = Total Minutes ÷ Daily Minutes
Example: 20 eps at 45 min = 900 min (15 h). Watching 3 eps/day = 6.7 binge days. At 150 min/day = 6 calendar days.
Viewing Tips
Make the most of your series marathon—plan discussion nights, keep snack breaks, and stay spoiler-free by setting milestones.
- Pair viewing with friends remotely using watch-party features.
- Schedule recap breaks to digest complex plot arcs.
- Balance heavy dramas with light comedies to avoid burnout.
- Log favorite moments per season for future rewatches.
Frequently Asked Questions
What about variable episode lengths?
Average them or create multiple season entries with different runtimes (e.g., finales or specials).
Can I factor commercials?
Add 8–10 minutes per episode if you’re watching live TV or ad-supported streaming.
How do breaks impact finish date?
Increase the number of calendar days by inserting rest days or reducing daily minutes—update the inputs anytime.
Does this work for multiple shows?
Duplicate the calculator or sum multiple series by combining their total minutes before planning your watch schedule.