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Demon Slayer Watch Order (2026)
Demon Slayer mixes TV seasons with big theatrical films, and two films have TV versions. This anime watch order for Demon Slayer shows the simplest path, which films are canon, and what’s happening with Infinity Castle Part 2. Part of our anime watch order guides.
By James Henry · Last updated: October 19, 2026
Quick answer · start here
Season 1 → Mugen Train (movie or TV arc) → Entertainment District → Swordsmith Village → Hashira Training → Infinity Castle Part 1 (movie).
Demon Slayer release order
| # | Title | Released | Length | Canon? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Season 1 (Unwavering Resolve Arc) | 2019 | 26 episodes | Yes |
| 2 | Mugen Train (movie) or Mugen Train Arc (TV) | 2020 film / 2021 TV | Film or 7 episodes | Yes; pick one version |
| 3 | Entertainment District Arc | 2021-2022 | 11 episodes | Yes |
| 4 | Swordsmith Village Arc | 2023 | 11 episodes | Yes |
| 5 | Hashira Training Arc | 2024 | 8 episodes | Yes |
| 6 | Infinity Castle Part 1 (Akaza Returns) | July 18, 2025 (Japan) | Film | Yes |
| 7 | Infinity Castle Part 2 | TBA (2027 expected) | Film | — |
Mugen Train: movie or TV version?
Both tell the same story. The TV Mugen Train Arc (7 episodes) adds a new first episode about Rengoku, then retells the movie in episodes. Watch the movie for the cinema experience, or the TV arc to get the extra Rengoku episode. You don’t need both.
What you can skip
The theatrical event films To the Swordsmith Village (2023) and To the Hashira Training (2024) mostly re-show the end of the previous arc plus the first episode of the next one. Skip them if you’re watching the TV seasons.
Is there filler?
Almost none. Demon Slayer follows the manga closely. Apart from the new Rengoku episode and a few expanded scenes, everything is canon.
Infinity Castle: Part 1, Part 2 and Part 3
The final arc is being made as a three-film trilogy.
- Part 1 premiered in Japan on July 18, 2025, became the highest-grossing anime film worldwide, and arrived on Crunchyroll on July 28, 2026.
- Part 2 has no release date. ufotable ruled out 2026, so 2027 is the expected window.
- Part 3 is not dated either.
Where to watch Demon Slayer
Crunchyroll streams the series and Infinity Castle Part 1 in many regions, and the TV seasons are also on Netflix in some countries. Availability changes by country.
What’s next
- Jump Festa 2027 (December 19-20, 2026): Demon Slayer is on the stage lineup, and fans expect the first Part 2 news there. We’ll update this page within a day.
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How long does it take to watch Demon Slayer?
Planning a binge? Here is a rough guide to the main parts of the demon slayer watch order, based on about 24 minutes per TV episode:
| Part | Length | Watch time |
|---|---|---|
| Season 1 (Unwavering Resolve Arc) | 26 episodes | about 10 hours |
| Mugen Train | film or 7-episode TV arc | about 2 to 3 hours |
| Entertainment District Arc | 11 episodes | about 5 hours |
| Swordsmith Village Arc | 11 episodes | about 5 hours |
| Hashira Training Arc | 8 episodes | about 3.5 hours |
The whole TV series so far fits into about a week of evenings, which makes Demon Slayer a great first anime. Times are approximate and do not include openings you skip or breaks.
Tips for first-time Demon Slayer viewers
- Follow the release order first. It is the order the creators intended, and it protects you from spoilers.
- Sub or dub? Both are fine. Subtitles keep the original Japanese performances; dubs let you focus on the animation.
- Avoid wiki pages and comments. Big twists are often spoiled in titles and thumbnails.
- Pace yourself. Two or three episodes a night is enough to stay hooked without burning out.
- Use official streaming. Legal services support the creators and usually have the best quality.
What to watch after Demon Slayer
Finished the demon slayer watch order and want more? Fans often enjoy these next:
- Jujutsu Kaisen
- Chainsaw Man
- Fire Force
- Hell’s Paradise
Each of these shares something with Demon Slayer, such as its action, characters or tone, so they make an easy next step.
Why follow this demon slayer watch order guide?
Our demon slayer watch order guide gives you the release order, the chronological order, what you can skip and where everything fits, checked against official sources and updated when new seasons or films are announced. Use the demon slayer watch order above to plan your binge, then bookmark the page so you can check it when the next part is released.
