Yes, there are term life insurance policies available which offer temporary coverage for a specific number of years, and there are permanent life insurance policies that provide protection for your entire lifetime.
In addition, there are "Guaranteed-Issue" life insurance policies which may be a good option for anyone over 80, or with a health problem, or someone who has been turned down for life insurance from other insurance carriers.
Learn more about how to get life insurance for people 50 to 85 years of age.