A Simple Guide to Watching My Hero Academia in Order
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So, you want to dive into the world of My Hero Academia? Great choice! It’s one of the biggest anime series out there, full of epic fights, lovable characters, and a ton of heart. But with eight seasons, several movies, and a bunch of special episodes (called OVAs), figuring out where to start can feel like a real challenge.
Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. This guide will show you exactly how to watch everything in chronological order so the story makes perfect sense. Let’s get you caught up!
First Things First: What’s Actually Important?
Before we jump into the list, let’s talk about what’s “canon.” In simple terms, canon is the main story that comes from the original manga. The movies and most of the OVAs are fun side adventures. They’re awesome and definitely worth watching, but they aren’t essential to understanding the main plot.
If you’re short on time, you can stick to the numbered seasons. But if you want the full experience, the movies and specials add a lot of fun and character development.
The Ultimate My Hero Academia Watch Order
Ready for the list? Here’s the best way to watch everything as it happens in the story’s timeline.
Step 1: The Beginning
Start with Season 1 (Episodes 1-13). This introduces you to Izuku Midoriya (Deku) and the world of Quirks. After that, you can watch the first OVA, Save! Rescue Training!.
Step 2: Tournaments and Villains
Next up is Season 2 (Episodes 14-38). Things really start to ramp up here. Once you’re done, it’s the perfect time for a movie break. Watch these in order:
- OVA: Training of the Dead
- OVA: All Might Rising (This is a prequel to the first movie!)
- Movie: My Hero Academia: Two Heroes
Step 3: Summer Camp and New Threats
Now, press play on Season 3 (Episodes 39-63). After this intense season, you can watch the two-part OVA, Make It! Do-or-Die Survival Training.
Step 4: Work Studies and a New Big Bad
Dive into Season 4 (Episodes 64-88). This season introduces some very serious villains. When you finish, it’s time for the second movie, My Hero Academia: Heroes Rising. Many fans consider this one the best of the bunch!
Step 5: Joint Training and Global Missions
This is where it gets a little tricky. Watch the first part of Season 5 (Episodes 89-106). Then, pause for the next movie and its tie-in special.
- OVA: Departure
- Movie: My Hero Academia: World Heroes’ Mission
After the movie, you can finish the rest of Season 5 (Episodes 107-113).
Step 6: The War Arc and Beyond
Get ready, because Season 6 (Episodes 114-138) is a wild ride. Once you’ve recovered from the action, there are a few lighthearted OVAs to enjoy, like HLB (Hero League Baseball) and Laugh! As If You Are in Hell.
Step 7: The Final Stretch
Before the newest movie, watch Season 7 (Episodes 139-159). This sets the stage for the final conflict. Then, you can watch the latest film, My Hero Academia: You’re Next.
Step 8: The Grand Finale
You’re all caught up! Now you can watch Season 8, the final season, as it airs.
Where to Watch Everything
Finding all this content is pretty easy! Most of the seasons, OVAs, and movies are available for streaming on Crunchyroll. You can also find several seasons on Hulu and Netflix, depending on your region.
Now you have the perfect roadmap to enjoy this incredible series from start to finish. So grab some snacks, get comfy, and get ready for an amazing adventure.
What part of Deku’s journey are you most excited to watch?