# Where to Watch The Rising of the Shield Hero Season 2

**Season 2 sends Naofumi and his party after a slumbering colossus while the trust they built is put under fresh strain. Crunchyroll, Disney+, Hulu, and Netflix carry the season with subtitles and a dub, although Disney+ availability depends on the region. This 13 episode run is best treated as a direct continuation rather than a fresh entry point. Its appeal lies in seeing a battle hardened group respond to a threat that the other cardinal heroes are reluctant to face. Fans who enjoyed Naofumi's guarded outlook and the party dynamic should find familiar material here, now focused on a new mystery and dangerous territory.**

## Where to Watch

- [Crunchyroll](https://crunchyroll.com/series/G6W4QKX0R/the-rising-of-the-shield-hero)
- [Disney Plus](https://www.disneyplus.com/series/the-rising-of-the-shield-hero-aka-tate-no-yuusha-no/4lgHH2jdAefe)
- [Hulu](https://www.hulu.com/series/97f1d394-0ac7-48c2-bb1b-7b2575848441)
- [Netflix](https://www.netflix.com/title/81058649)

Crunchyroll, Hulu, and Netflix are the broad viewing options named for this season, while Disney+ carries it in some regions. Each listed service offers subtitles and a dub.

## Synopsis

After being summoned as a hero, falsely branded a villain, and forced to survive with a shield as his only weapon, Naofumi has finally earned a measure of stability alongside his loyal party. That stability does not last. A huge guardian begins to wake, and unsettling disturbances point toward a threat that cannot be ignored. The other cardinal heroes show little interest in helping, leaving Naofumi's group to shoulder the danger. Their search for answers carries them away from familiar ground and presses on the mistrust left by his earlier betrayal. The season follows that mission without abandoning the emotional damage and hard won loyalty established before it.

## Fast Facts

- **Format:** TV
- **Episodes:** 13
- **Premiered:** 2022
- **Studio:** Kinema Citrus, Dr Movie
- **Score:** 6.5

## Watch Order

Start with the first season before moving to this one. Season 2 expects you to understand Naofumi's betrayal, the formation of his party, and why he remains slow to trust others.

- [Tate no Yuusha no Nariagari](https://hozuna.com/anime/the-rising-of-the-shield-hero) (prequel)
- [Tate no Yuusha no Nariagari Season 3](https://hozuna.com/anime/the-rising-of-the-shield-hero-season-3) (sequel)

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- **[Overlord](https://hozuna.com/anime/overlord)**: Overlord suits fans who enjoy an underestimated central figure directing a fiercely loyal group in a fantasy world.
- **[Black Clover Season 2](https://hozuna.com/anime/black-clover-season-2)**: 
- **[Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood](https://hozuna.com/anime/fullmetal-alchemist-brotherhood)**: 
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- **[One Piece](https://hozuna.com/anime/one-piece)**: 

## FAQ

### Which services have Shield Hero Season 2?

Crunchyroll, Hulu, Netflix, and Disney+ carry the season, with Disney+ limited to some regions. All four listed options include subtitles and a dub.

### How long is Shield Hero Season 2?

Season 2 contains 13 episodes. Each episode has a runtime of 24 minutes.

### Should I watch Season 1 first?

Yes, begin with the first season. It establishes Naofumi's fall, his recovery, and the party relationships that this season continues.

### Is Shield Hero Season 2 dubbed?

Yes, a dub is available alongside the subtitled version. The listed streaming services offer both viewing options.

### Is Season 2 finished?

Yes, the TV season finished airing. It was released in 2022 and tells its story across the full 13 episode run.