The Colbys (1985): cast, story & where to watch
1985 · Series · ★ 6.3
Released in 1985, The Colbys is a drama and soap series.
What it’s about. The Colbys is an American prime time soap opera, which originally aired on ABC from November 20, 1985 to March 26, 1987. Produced by Aaron Spelling, it was a spin-off of Dynasty, which had been the highest rated series for the 1984–1985 U.S. television season. The Colbys revolved around another wealthy, upper-class family, who were distant relatives of the Carringtons of Dynasty and who owned a large multi-national corporation. Intended to surpass its predecessor in opulence, the series' producers were handed an immensely high budget for the era and cast a handful of well-known movie stars among its leads, including Charlton Heston, Barbara Stanwyck, Katharine Ross and Ricardo Montalban. However, The Colbys was ultimately a ratings disappointment, and was canceled after two seasons.
Who’s in it. The Colbys stars Charlton Heston as Jason Colby, John James as Jeff Colby, Stephanie Beacham as Sable Colby and Katharine Ross as Francesca Scott Colby Hamilton Langdon, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, The Colbys has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Colbys page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Colbys tend to enjoy Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba and Attack on Titan.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Colbys (1985)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Colbys change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Colbys worth watching?
- The Colbys holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and soap. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Colbys?
- The Colbys stars Charlton Heston, John James, Stephanie Beacham, Katharine Ross and Emma Samms.
- When was The Colbys released?
- The Colbys was released in 1985.