Demon Slayer Watch Order [Where To Watch]

 

Demon Slayer is absolutely unreal. There’s no second thought about it. The series has managed to break records in ways we couldn’t have expected. And that’s one of the many reasons why fans love this anime with all their heart.

 

However, that doesn’t change the fact that there are a lot more records to break and a lot more fans to appeal to. Therefore, a lot of people, who are new to the series, tend to get confused about it and wish to know the exact order in which they should watch the anime.

 

And today, we are going to solve that problem. This is the Demon Slayer watch order that you needed for so long. I hope you enjoy it.

 

By the way, just for a side note, as of the time I am writing this article, the Demon Slayer anime is still airing and so, the watch order is subject to change with every new season. 

 

 

 

Demon Slayer Chronological Watch Order

 

The story of Demon Slayer is very straightforward. In other words, the events flow exactly how they are supposed to and that’s what makes the story simple and easy to understand.

 

Moreover, because of this tendency, even the chronological watch order of the franchise is quite simple. Let’s have a look.

 

 

 

 

Where to watch: Crunchyroll, FUNIMATION, Netflix

 

The most commonly used platforms for Demon Slayer are Crunchyrool, FUNIMATION, and Netflix. These are all reputed platforms that provide anime content legally to their audience and so, using them will also help anime as a medium to grow.

 

Therefore, you should refer to all these platforms for enjoying some of those breathing techniques.

 

 

 

Demon Slayer Watch Order Based on Release Date

 

As stated before, Demon Slayer has a very simple and straightforward story that seems to be appealing to a huge mass of audience. And this story was released to them in the same sequence in which, the events of the series took place.

 

In other words, the chronological watch order as well as the watch order based on the release date for Demon Slayer were exactly the same.

 

 

1. Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba

After his father’s death, Tanjirou Kamado must provide for his family living in a remote mountain area. During a charcoal-selling trip, he takes shelter in a stranger’s house and learns about flesh-eating demons.

 

Upon his return home, Tanjirou finds his family murdered, with his sister Nezuko turned into a demon. Driven by vengeance, Tanjirou joins the Demon Slayer Corps to protect his sister and eliminate the demons responsibly.

 

With his new allies, Tanjirou fights to avenge his family and preserve his sister’s humanity. This is where it all begins for the series.

 

 

2. Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – The Movie: Mugen Train

Kimetsu no Yaiba Movie: Mugen Ressha-hen follows the Demon Slayer Corps’ investigation of a train where mysterious disappearances have been taking place. Despite their best efforts, the Corps fails to solve the problem.

 

Thus, Kyoujurou Rengoku, the Flame Pillar, takes charge of a team consisting of Tanjirou Kamado, Zenitsu Agatsuma, and Inosuke Hashibira. However, as they delve deeper into the matter, they realize that the situation is more sinister than they initially believed.

 

They must now protect the train’s two hundred passengers from the demonic forces responsible for the disappearances.

 

 

3. Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Mugen Train Arc

This is just an anime version of the movie. The Demon Slayer Corps is looking into a sequence of enigmatic disappearances on a train, so they send their best demon slayer, Kyoujurou Rengoku, to investigate.

 

However, their mission is put on hold by a weaker demon that is attacking the train’s staff and travellers. Once the Flame Pillar takes care of this threat, Tanjirou Kamado, Inosuke Hashibira, and Zenitsu Agatsuma join him on board the train to help.

 

They soon realize that their real adversary is one of the Twelve Demon Moons, who aims to utilize his power to annihilate everyone on board.

 

 

4. Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Entertainment District Arc

The Demon Slayer Corps is still recovering from the Mugen Train incident when a new demon begins preying on women in the Yoshiwara Entertainment District. Tengen Uzui, the Sound Pillar, and his three wives are sent to stop the demon, but they lose contact with the wives.

 

Fearing the worst, Tengen enlists Tanjirou Kamado, Zenitsu Agatsuma, and Inosuke Hashibira to help investigate the district’s prominent houses and locate the demon. The demon slayers must use their skills and courage to overcome the challenges ahead and rescue the missing wives while putting an end to the demon’s depravity.

 

 

5. Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba -To the Swordsmith Village

The anime’s highly anticipated “Yuukaku-hen” (Entertainment District Arc) is being released as a feature-length cut of episodes 10 and 11, along with an extended episode 1 of “Katanakaji no Sato-hen” (Swordsmith Village Arc).

 

The plot follows Tanjirou Kamado, Inosuke Hashibira, and Zenitsu Agatsuma as they investigate a series of disappearances in the Yoshiwara Entertainment District, followed by their journey to a remote mountain village to repair Tanjirou’s broken sword.

 

The trio faces powerful demons as they unravel the village’s dark secrets. The feature-length cut of these two arcs promises to be a thrilling and action-packed adventure for fans of the series.

 

 

6. Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Swordsmith Village Arc

The story arc follows Tanjiro’s journey to the Swordsmith village, which has become a target for the powerful demons Upper-Rank Five Gyokko and Upper-Rank Four Hantengu. Initially, he visits the village to acquire a new sword and discovers a 300-year-old weapon.

 

Together with Nezuko, Genya Shinazugawa, and Mitsuri Kanroji, they join forces to protect the village and its inhabitants. The Mist Hashira, Muichiro Tokito, also plays a vital role in defeating Upper-Rank Five.

 

The team must combine their strengths to overcome the challenges presented by the demons and save the village from destruction.

 

 

 

5 Top Rated Episodes of Demon Slayer

 

These are the best episodes of Demon Slayer. And yes, this list has the famous episode of the series as well, the one which made the show reach the ranks of popularity that it did.

 

If you wish to rewatch Demon Slayer then make sure that you don’t miss out on the following episodes,

 

 

1. I Will Never Give Up

Tanjiro wakes up to find himself amidst the chaos of a burning landscape, surrounded by Gyutaro, one of the Upper-Rank Demons. As he struggles to gather his bearings and come up with a plan, he realizes that Gyutaro is enjoying his torment.

 

Tanjiro’s memories of his family and training come flooding back, motivating him to fight back and protect his friends.

 

 

2. Hinokami

As the story progresses, Inosuke confronts his saviour while Zenitsu remains unconscious and on the brink of death. Meanwhile, Tanjiro finds himself pitted against an adversary seemingly invincible. Overwhelmed with a sense of defeat, he reminisces about his past, attempting to gather strength from his memories.

 

 

3. Set Your Heart Ablaze

Despite Akaza’s persistent attempts to convince him to become a demon and gain greater power, Rengoku remains unwavering in his determination to keep up with him in combat. His unwavering commitment to protecting his comrades as the Flame Hashira is his foremost priority, and he is willing to sacrifice his own life to do so.

 

 

4. Defeating an Upper-Rank Demon

Gyutaro sets his sights on Hinatsuru, avoiding Uzui’s attempts to stop him. As Tanjiro and Uzui rush to save her, they encounter a barrier created by Daki’s obi, impeding their progress.

 

This battle was absolutely incredible and the way all the characters were trying their best to survive is what makes it so amazing.

 

 

5. Layered Memories

As Tanjiro combats Daki, the demon causes widespread devastation to the district, provoking Tanjiro’s fury and causing him to go berserk in battle. This may seem like a normal episode, however, the sheer impact this episode had on the storyline is what makes it so fascinating in the first place.

 

 

FAQs

 

1. In which order should I watch Demon Slayer?

This is the order in which you should watch Demon Slayer: Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – The Movie: Mugen Train, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Mugen Train Arc, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Entertainment District Arc, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba -To the Swordsmith Village, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Swordsmith Village Arc.

 

2. Should I watch the Demon Slayer movie before Season 2?

While there is no compulsion to watch the movie before the second season, the movie is so good that not watching it would be depriving you of some top-tier entertainment.

 

Moreover, if you watch the movie, you can skip the first half of the second season as well which is another plus point.

 

3. What is demon slayer season 2 called?

The second part of Demon Slayer is called Demon Slayer Entertainment District Arc. It revolves around the entertainment district with Tengen Uzui as the lead Hashira throughout the arc.

 

4. What arc is season 3 of Demon Slayer?

The third season of Demon Slayer talks about the Swordsmith Village Arc which focuses on the swordsmith village, a place where all the swords for Demon Slayers are made. This is why the arc is going to be so much fun.

 

And Mitsuri Kanroji, along with Muichiro Tokito is going to be the leading Hashira in this arc.

 

5. Can I skip Mugen Train arc?

Yes. If you have watched the movie then you can skip the Mugen Train arc without any concerns. The arc is basically the same as the movie with only a few new scenes added here and there.

 

However, if you haven’t watched the movie then skipping the Mugen Train arc might not be the best idea.