With epic sword fights, tear-jerking backstories, and enough plot twists to make a corkscrew jealous, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba has taken the anime universe by storm.
The story follows Tanjiro Kamado, a kind-hearted boy who becomes a demon slayer after his family is slaughtered by demons, leaving only his sister, Nezuko, who’s been turned into one of the very creatures he now hunts.
But before you dive in, you need to know the right order to watch it all. After all, who wants to accidentally time travel to a plot point that hasn’t even happened yet?
1. Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba (2019)
| Title | Kimetsu no Yaiba: Kyoudai no Kizuna |
| Episodes | 26 |
| Aired | Spring 2019 |
It is the Taisho Period in Japan. Tanjiro, a kindhearted boy who sells charcoal for a living, finds his family slaughtered by a demon. To make matters worse, his younger sister Nezuko, the sole survivor, has been transformed into a demon herself. Though devastated by this grim reality, Tanjiro resolves to become a “demon slayer” so that he can turn his sister back into a human, and kill the demon that massacred his family.
2. Demon Slayer -Kimetsu no Yaiba- The Movie: Mugen Train (2020)
| Title | Kimetsu no Yaiba: Mugen Ressha-hen |
| Episodes | 1 |
| Aired | Fall 2020 |
This Demon Slayer movie sees Tanjiro Kamado and friends from the Demon Slayer corps board the Infinity Train on a new mission to investigate a mysterious series of disappearances, perpetrated by a demon who has been tormenting people and killing the demon slayers who oppose it.
3. Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Entertainment District Arc (2021)
| Title | Kimetsu no Yaiba: Yuukaku-hen |
| Episodes | 11 |
| Aired | Fall 2021 |
After visiting the Rengoku residence, Tanjirou and his comrades volunteer for a mission within the Entertainment District, a place where desires are sold and demons dwell. They journey alongside the flashy Sound Hashira, Tengen Uzui, in search of a monstrous foe terrorizing the town. Sworn to slay creatures of the night, the hunt continues.
4. Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Swordsmith Village Arc (2023)
| Title | Kimetsu no Yaiba: Katanakaji no Sato-hen |
| Episodes | 11 |
| Aired | Spring 2023 |
Adaptation of the Swordsmith Village Arc.
Tanjiro’s journey leads him to the Swordsmith Village, where he reunites with two Hashira, members of the Demon Slayer Corps’ highest-ranking swordsmen – Mist Hashira Muichiro Tokito and Love Hashira Mitsuri Kanroji. With the shadows of demons lurking near, a new battle begins for Tanjiro and his comrades.
5. Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Hashira Training Arc (2024)
| Title | Kimetsu no Yaiba: Hashira Geiko-hen |
| Episodes | 8 |
| Aired | Spring 2024 |
Adaptation of the Hashira Training Arc.
The Hashira, the Demon Slayer Corps’ highest ranking swordsmen and members. The Hashira Training has begun in order to face the forthcoming battle against Muzan Kibutsuji. Each with their own thoughts and hopes held in their hearts, a new story for Tanjiro and the Hashira begins.
6. Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle
| Title | Kimetsu no Yaiba: Mugenjou-hen |
| Episodes | 3 |
| Aired | TBA |
The All-Out War Begins.
Theatrical trilogy adaptation of the Infinity Castle Arc.
This is the order of the story arcs with a comparison between the manga chapters and the episodes in the anime.
| Arc | Manga Chapter | Anime Episode |
| Final Selection | 1-9 | 1-5 |
| First Mission | 10-13 | 6-7 |
| Asakusa | 14-19 | 8-10 |
| Tsuzumi Mansion | 21-27 | 11-14 |
| Natagumo Mountain | 28-44 | 15-21 |
| Rehabilitation Training | 45-52 | 22-26 |
| Mugen Train | 53-69 | Movie / 1-7 (Season 2) |
| Red Light District | 70-99 | 8-11 (Season 2) |
| Swordsmith Village | 100-127 | Season 3 |
| Hashira Training | 128-136 | Season 4 |
| Final Battle | 137-183 | Movie |
| Sunrise Countdown | 184-205 | Movie |
Whether you’re new to the demon-slaying game or a seasoned veteran, now you can watch without fear of plot spoilers or timeline confusion. But beware—once you’ve slain your way through all the episodes, movies, and specials, you might find yourself craving more.
Just remember, in the world of Demon Slayer, the battles may end, but the obsession never does. Now, go forth and enjoy the epic saga—and maybe keep your sword handy, just in case.
