Summary and answer
When did One Day at a Time come out? The original run premiered on Netflix on January 6, 2017, and ran for three seasons through 2019. On January 27, 2020, Netflix canceled the series. Shortly afterward, Pop TV and CBS Studios revived it for a fourth season, titled One Day at a Time: Viviana, which premiered on February 28, 2020, and concluded on April 10, 2020. The revival was canceled in June 2020. Below is a detailed release timeline, platform map, and key production milestones for the series.
Season-by-season release timeline
One Day at a Time followed a pattern of full-season drops typical of Netflix originals in its early years, with the revival season shifting to a linear-network schedule on Pop TV.
Season 1
Released in full on January 6, 2017. 22 episodes. The season introduces Penelope Alvarez, her family, and the core premise of balancing military life, work, and mental health.
Season 2
Released in full on March 16, 2018. 18 episodes. The season deepens character arcs, addresses reproductive rights, PTSD, and workplace challenges.
Season 3
Released in full on March 1, 2019. 18 episodes. The third season tackles infertility, activism, anxiety disorders, and family transitions, while concluding major arcs from earlier seasons.
Season 4 (Pop TV revival, titled One Day at a Time: Viviana)
Premiered February 28, 2020, with episodes released weekly through April 10, 2020. The shortened season focuses on new legal protections and community advocacy, ending in a finale that addressed the series’ uncertain future. The revival was canceled in June 2020.
Platforms and availability
Throughout its Netflix run, One Day at a Time was available for streaming in the U.S. and select international markets. After the Pop TV revival, episodes aired on Pop TV in the United States and were made available on demand through network partners and streaming integrations. In practice, viewers could watch the series through the Pop TV site and app with a TV provider login, or via live TV streaming services carrying the channel. The original Netflix seasons remain accessible depending on licensing in each region; the revival season is distributed through CBS programming libraries and associated streaming services.
| Season | Platform | Release date | Episode count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | Netflix | January 6, 2017 | 22 |
| Season 2 | Netflix | March 16, 2018 | 18 |
| Season 3 | Netflix | March 1, 2019 | 18 |
| Season 4 (Viviana) | Pop TV (linear and on-demand) | February 28, 2020 to April 10, 2020 | 10 |
Key production and announcement milestones
Beyond episode releases, a few dates are important for understanding the show’s timeline and availability changes.
- January 6, 2017: Series premiere on Netflix.
- March 16, 2018: Season 2 release on Netflix.
- March 1, 2019: Season 3 release on Netflix.
- January 27, 20020: Netflix cancels the series after Season 3.
- February 28, 2020: Pop TV revival premiere (One Day at a Time: Viviana).
- April 10, 2020: Revival finale airs.
- June 2020: Pop TV cancels the revival.
How to watch today
Availability varies by region due to licensing. In many U.S. markets, Seasons 1–3 can be streamed on Netflix where licensed; the revival season is accessible via Pop TV’s official streaming channels and select live TV streaming services that include Pop TV in their lineups. Check your local provider or streaming app to confirm current availability.
Status and common questions
Is One Day at a Time still on Netflix? Most seasons remain available to stream on Netflix in regions where licensing permits, but the revival season is not on Netflix. Did the show get canceled? The original three-season run concluded per Netflix’s decision in January 2020; the Pop TV revival was canceled after one season in mid-2020. Is there a season 5? No, there is no season 5. Could the revival be picked up by another outlet? As of now, there have been no new renewal announcements beyond the Pop TV season in 2020.
Frequently asked questions
- When did One Day at a Time originally come out?
- The original series premiered on Netflix on January 6, 207.
- When did the revival come out?
- The Pop TV revival titled One Day at a Time: Viviana premiered on February 28, 2020 and ended on April 10, 2020.
- Which platform has One Day at a Time?
- Seasons 1–3 have been primarily on Netflix; the revival aired on Pop TV and associated on-demand services.
- Why was the show canceled?
- Netflix canceled the original run after three seasons in January 2020. The Pop TV revival was canceled in June 2020.
- Is One Day at a Time leaving Netflix?
- Licensing changes can affect availability; check your region’s Netflix catalog for current status.