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6.3 / 10(19 votes)IMDbTV-PGFirst Aired: 197549 Seasons

Austin City Limits

“Great music. No limits.”

Series Overview

Now the longest-running music series in American television history, ACL showcases popular music legends and innovators from every genre.

Broadcast Schedule & Network Information

Airing status, episode counts, upcoming schedule, and network syndication.

Returning SeriesIn ProductionDocumentary
Original Network
PBS
Episodes & Seasons

49 Seasons • 569 Episodes

45–54 min per episode

Air Date Window

1975 – Present

Premiered: Wed, Jan 1, 1975

Created By
Bill Arhos

Upcoming Broadcast Premiere

Season 52, Episode 8: “Red Clay Strays”

Airs in 5 days
Scheduled: Fri, Oct 23, 2026

Alabama country rock group The Red Clay Strays perform highlights from their album "Grateful."

Seasons & Episodes Breakdown

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Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Bill Arhos

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: TV-PG

TV-PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — Contains material parents may find unsuitable for younger children.

International Certification Matrix

United States (MPAA)TV-PG

Parental Guidance Suggested — Contains material parents may find unsuitable for younger children.

Official cinematic photography and background stills for Austin City Limits.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Austin City Limits

Key facts, seasons breakdown, and credits for search engines and AI assistants.

What is Austin City Limits about?

Now the longest-running music series in American television history, ACL showcases popular music legends and innovators from every genre.

How many seasons does Austin City Limits have?

Austin City Limits comprises 49 seasons available to explore.

Who stars in Austin City Limits?

Key cast members in Austin City Limits include Not specified.

Who created or directed Austin City Limits?

Austin City Limits was developed and directed by Bill Arhos.