# Where to Watch Gintama

**Gintama asks for a serious time commitment, but its 201-episode original TV run gives its comedy room to grow into something far stranger and more affecting. Crunchyroll, Hulu, and Netflix carry the show, so those are the legal services to check in your region. Begin with the original 2006 series. Its appeal comes from the friction between ridiculous odd jobs, sharp parody, and dramatic turns that still feel connected to the same unruly cast. Viewers who enjoy comedy that can change tone quickly will get the most from it. If the early episodic rhythm works for you, the long run becomes part of the pleasure rather than an obstacle.**

## Where to Watch

- [Crunchyroll](http://www.crunchyroll.com/gintama)
- [Hulu](https://www.hulu.com/watch/ac878112-42a2-4fec-9242-0a30dbc55e08)
- [Netflix](https://www.netflix.com/jp-en/title/80237814)

Check Crunchyroll first for the broadest selection of the series. Hulu and Netflix are the other listed options, although the exact catalog may differ by region. Whichever service you use, choose the original TV series from 2006 and start at its beginning.

## Synopsis

Aliens have taken control of an alternate Edo-era Japan, and swords are forbidden. Former samurai Gintoki Sakata now earns money through an odd-jobs business, joined by the earnest Shinpachi and the immensely strong alien Kagura. Their work invites petty disputes, bizarre requests, and trouble that rarely develops as expected. Much of the series plays as a loose comedy, using its science-fiction setting and samurai backdrop to bounce between parody and character-driven chaos. Drama and action enter when the story calls for them, giving the silliness consequences without erasing its comic identity. The premise stays flexible enough for standalone misadventures as well as longer developments, so the show rewards viewers who enjoy surprise more than a rigid weekly formula.

## Fast Facts

- **Format:** TV
- **Episodes:** 201
- **Premiered:** 2006
- **Studio:** Sunrise
- **Score:** 8.5

## Watch Order

Start with this original 2006 TV series before moving to any later Gintama entries. Its 201 episodes establish the cast, comic rhythm, and dramatic foundation that the rest of the story builds upon.

- Gintama: Nanigoto mo Saisho ga Kanjin nanode Tashou Senobisuru Kurai ga Choudoyoi (side\_story)
- Gintama: Shiroyasha Koutan (side\_story)
- Gintama' (sequel)
- Gintama: Dai Hanseikai (side\_story)

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## FAQ

### Where can I watch Gintama?

Look for Gintama on Crunchyroll, Hulu, or Netflix. Catalogs can differ by region, so confirm that the listing is the original 2006 TV series before beginning.

### How many episodes are in the original Gintama series?

The original Gintama TV series has 201 episodes. Each episode runs for about 25 minutes, which makes this a substantial watch rather than a quick weekend series.

### Is Gintama worth the length?

Yes, if its mix of parody, odd-job comedy, action, and drama sounds appealing. The size of the series lets its comic relationships develop gradually, but viewers who need a tightly serialized plot from the opening may find the episodic beginning demanding.

### Where should I start Gintama?

Begin with the original TV series released in 2006. Starting there gives the jokes and later dramatic material the context they need.

### Is Gintama finished?

Yes, this TV series is finished. Its original run contains 201 episodes, so you can approach it at your own pace without waiting for another episode of this entry.

### What kind of anime is Gintama?

It is a manga-based TV anime combining Action, Comedy, Drama, and Sci-Fi. Expect comedy to dominate much of the viewing experience, with action and heavier material changing the mood when the story turns serious.