Where can I watch Demon Slayer legally?

Crunchyroll, Hulu, and Netflix carry the first season. Look at the listing for your region to confirm the season and audio track before you begin.

How many episodes are in the first season of Demon Slayer?

The first season has 26 episodes, each running about 24 minutes. It provides a complete starting point rather than ending partway through its original broadcast.

Does Demon Slayer have an English dub?

Yes, an English dub is offered alongside the subtitled version. Available audio selections can vary by service and region, so check the playback options on your chosen platform.

What should I watch after the first season of Demon Slayer?

The Mugen Train arc comes after episode 26. Watch either the film or the television version, then treat Demon Slayer Academy as an optional comedy detour.

Is the first season of Demon Slayer finished?

Yes, the 2019 TV season is finished. All 26 episodes of this opening section are available as a completed season rather than an ongoing weekly release.

Demon Slayer

8.3TV · 26 eps · 2019

Demon Slayer opens with a complete 26-episode season that turns one family's loss into a supernatural quest. Crunchyroll, Hulu, and Netflix carry this 2019 TV starting point with subtitled and English-dubbed options. Ufotable gives the fights a sharp sense of motion, but the quieter training and recovery stretches matter too. The season works best for viewers who want action tied to grief, loyalty, and the bond between siblings. At roughly 24 minutes per episode, it is easy to sample, though later conflicts reward watching in sequence.

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★ 8.3 /10

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Tanjiro Kamado comes home after selling charcoal and discovers that a demon has attacked his family. His sister Nezuko is the only survivor, but she has been changed into a demon herself. Tanjiro sees signs that she has not lost all of her humanity, so he protects her and searches for a way to restore her. The path draws him into rigorous training as a demon slayer and brings him face to face with the creatures he now hunts. The premise balances dangerous encounters with a deeply personal question: can Tanjiro save the person closest to him without losing himself to hatred?

Information

Japanese: 鬼滅の刃
Premiered: April 6, 2019
Episodes: 26
Duration: 24 min per ep.
Status: Finished Airing
Studio: ufotable
Source: Manga
Themes: primarily teen cast, drama, japanese production, present, fantasy, speculative fiction

Seasons & Watch Order

Start with all 26 episodes of this season. The Mugen Train arc follows the finale and can be watched either as a film or in its television format, since both cover the next portion of the story. Demon Slayer Academy is an optional chibi school comedy and does not need to be included in the main order.

Kimetsu no Yaiba Movie: Mugen Ressha-hen(2020)sequel
Kimetsu no Yaiba: Mugen Ressha-hen(2021)sequel

For the whole franchise, see the Demon Slayer Watch Order

FAQ

Crunchyroll, Hulu, and Netflix carry the first season. Look at the listing for your region to confirm the season and audio track before you begin.

Where to Watch

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Streaming links checked daily through September 6, 2026 · how we verify

Crunchyroll, Hulu, and Netflix list the opening season, including subtitled and English-dubbed viewing. Since catalogs and audio menus may vary by region, confirm that the local listing shows the season and track you want.

From Hozuna Editorial

Demon Slayer builds on a familiar shonen story, but ufotable's remarkable production gives every sword fight an emotional and visual impact that few action anime can match.

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