05/03/2007 - 05/04/2007 Finished
Afro Samurai (アフロサムライ)
Bearing the Number Two headband that grants him a duel with the Number One, Afro hunts the man called Justice, who murdered his father years earlier and claimed godly powers through his rival's title. Yet any warrior can challenge the Number Two, forcing Afro to cut through countless enemies and obstacles on his path to vengeance.
5
Total episodes
5
Canon episodes
0
Filler episodes
0%
% Filler
Canon episodes · 5 Filler episodes · 0
Every season
Seasons and sequels
Single Season
Currently, Afro Samurai has no sequels, prequels, or registered spin-offs. This is the complete story available at the moment.
What to watch, what to skip
Watch order: filler vs canon
You're in luck! Afro Samurai doesn't have a single filler episode: all 5 episodes are canon. It's a faithful adaptation of the original manga, so you can enjoy it from first to last without skipping anything or checking any list of expendable episodes.
The 5 episodes of Afro Samurai aired in 2007 and follow the story's chronological order. There are no transition episodes, no needless recaps, no arcs invented by the studio: every chapter advances the main plot and develops the characters just as the source material does.
In short, the watch order for Afro Samurai is as simple as it gets: start at episode 1 and keep going to episode 5 without detours. If you came looking for which Afro Samurai episodes are filler so you could skip them, the answer is that there aren't any.
Episode by episode
Complete guide by season
5 Episodes
| # | Episodes | Aired | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Revenge01/04/2007 | 01/04/2007 | Canon |
| 2 | The Dream Reader01/11/2007 | 01/11/2007 | Canon |
| 3 | The Empty Seven Clan01/18/2007 | 01/18/2007 | Canon |
| 4 | Duel01/25/2007 | 01/25/2007 | Canon |
| 5 | Justice02/01/2007 | 02/01/2007 | Canon |
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Common questions
Frequently asked questions
How many seasons does Afro Samurai have?
Afro Samurai has a total of 1 season. The series is completed. Each season is divided into multiple episodes with stories that advance the main plot of the anime.
How many episodes does Afro Samurai have?
In total, Afro Samurai has 5 episodes in its only season. You can consult the complete episodes table to see the breakdown by season.
What is the best order to watch Afro Samurai?
It is recommended to watch Afro Samurai in chronological broadcast order. This means starting from season 1 and continuing sequentially to the last season. Check our watch order guide which includes information about filler vs canon episodes for an optimal experience.
Where can I watch Afro Samurai online?
Afro Samurai is available on the following streaming platforms: Crunchyroll. Check the platforms section at the top of this page to access where you can watch the anime. Please note that availability may vary depending on your geographic region.
Watch on: Crunchyroll
Is Afro Samurai a complete anime?
Yes, Afro Samurai is a completed anime. All seasons have already aired and you can enjoy the series in its entirety without waiting for new episodes.
How much filler does Afro Samurai have?
No, Afro Samurai does not have filler episodes. All its episodes are canon and faithfully follow the original manga story, so you can watch all episodes without worrying about skipping anything.
Where can I see Afro Samurai's score and reviews on MyAnimeList?
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