How to Watch JJK in Order: Jujutsu Kaisen Episode Timeline

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Best order to watch JJK

Written by Rain Kengly

Last Updated: April 2, 2025 Fact Checked

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• Watching in Release Order
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• Watching in Chronological Order
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• Jujutsu Kaisen Arcs
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• FAQ
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Want to start watching Jujutsu Kaisen? If you're unsure when to start JJK 0, or if you're rewatching the series for the second time, there are two main ways to watch. You can watch in the order of release or watch in chronological order. Both should make sense to first-time viewers, so it's up to personal preference. Here's how to watch JJK in order of canon events and release date.

Jujutsu Kaisen Series Watch Order

1. Jujutsu Kaisen season 1, episodes 1–24
2. Jujutsu Kaisen 0, movie
3. Jujutsu Kaisen season 2, episodes 25–47

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Section 1 of 5:

Watching in Release Order

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   Release order refers to watching episodes in the order they were animated and released. This is how most people watched Jujutsu Kaisen for the first time. The series includes flashbacks and a prequel movie, but the timeline is clear and you shouldn't be too confused. If you'd rather watch in chronological order, see the next section instead.

   • To watch Jujutsu Kaisen in release order, watch the following:
     • Jujutsu Kaisen season 1, episodes 1–24
     • Jujutsu Kaisen 0, movie
     • Jujutsu Kaisen season 2, episodes 25–47
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Section 2 of 5:

Watching in Chronological Order

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   Chronological order refers to watching episodes in the order of the events in the timeline. Jujutsu Kaisen includes a flashback arc and a prequel movie that takes place before the events of season 1. If you're interested in learning all the background information before a big plot, you may enjoy watching in this order.

   • To watch Jujutsu Kaisen in chronological order, watch the following:
     • Jujutsu Kaisen season 2, episodes 25–29
     • Jujutsu Kaisen 0, movie
     • Jujutsu Kaisen season 1, episodes 1–24
     • Jujutsu Kaisen season 2, episodes 30–47

Section 3 of 5:

Jujutsu Kaisen Arcs

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1. 1
   Fearsome Womb Arc. This arc takes place in Season 1, episodes 1 to 8.
2. 2
   Vs Mojito Arc. This arc takes place in Season 1, episodes 9 to 13.
3. 3
   Kyoto Goodwill Event Arc. This arc takes place in Season 1, episodes 14 to 21.
4. 4
   Death Painting Arc. This arc takes place in Season 1 and 2, episodes 22 to 30.
5. 5
   Gojo's Past Arc. This arc takes place in Season 2, episodes 25 to 29.
6. 6
   Shibuya Incident Arc. This arc takes place in Season 2, episodes 30 to 47.
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Frequently Asked Questions

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   Does watch order matter? This depends on personal preference. If you're the kind of person who enjoys watching shows in chronological order as they happen in the timeline, you may want to pay attention to the order.

   • However, watching it in the order of release won't dampen your experience. It's very clear when the show switches between the present and flashbacks. You'll learn new information as you go.
2. 2
   Do I need to watch Jujutsu Kaisen 0? Yes, you should watch Jujutsu Kaisen 0. The movie, Jujutsu Kaisen 0, includes all the information from the manga, Jujutsu Kaisen Volume 0. It takes place before the events of season 1 and includes background information on both major and minor characters of the series. The movie adds perspective to certain antagonists in the main series and depth to the protagonists.

   • Jujutsu Kaisen 0 stars Yuta Okkotsu as a first-year student at Tokyo Jujutsu Technical High, about one year before the events of season 1.
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   Can I skip any episodes? It's not recommended to skip any episodes of Jujutsu Kaisen. There are hardly any fillers, and there is lore in each episode that moves the plot along.
4. 4
   How many episodes are there? Currently, there are 47 episodes of Jujutsu Kaisen with one movie. The third season is being adapted and has yet to air.
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   When will season 3 be released? Season 3 is still in production, but it's rumored to be released sometime in Fall 2025.
6. 6
   Where can I watch Jujutsu Kaisen? While availability depends on your location and region, you can usually watch Jujutsu Kaisen on most major streaming sites such as Crunchyroll, Hulu, Netflix, and Amazon Prime.
7. 7
   Where can I read Jujutsu Kaisen? If you want to read the newest chapter of the Jujutsu Kaisen manga, you can find it on the official Viz app/website or Shonen Jump app/website.
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   Chainsaw Man. A young boy becomes a devil-human hybrid and joins an organization tasked with hunting other devils.
2. 2
   Attack on Titan. Set in a post-apocalyptic world, humanity lives within confined walls to battle against the threat of giant creatures called Titans.
3. 3
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