Original
04/17/2011 - 10/02/2011 Finished
Blue Exorcist (Ao no Exorcist)
Also known as: 青の祓魔師
Satan, imprisoned in the demon realm Gehenna, cannot possess a human host directly, so he sends his own son into the human world Assiah to mature into a suitable vessel for his eventual conquest. Rin Okumura discovers his demonic heritage when attacked by demons, forcing him to reject his father's dark ambitions and train as an exorcist instead. Alongside his brother Yukio, Rin fights to protect humanity from the very darkness that flows through his veins.
25
Total episodes
15
Canon episodes
10
Filler episodes
40%
% Filler
Canon episodes · 15 Filler episodes · 10
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Watch order: filler vs canon
Ao no Exorcist has 10 filler episodes out of 25 (40%), grouped into 3 runs. These are the ranges you can skip without missing anything from the main plot.
40% Filler
Episodes you can skip
6
1 episodes
11
1 episodes
18–25
8 episodes
Episode by episode
Complete guide by season
25 Episodes
| # | Episodes | Aired | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Devil Resides in Human Souls04/17/2011 | 04/17/2011 | Canon |
| 2 | Gehenna Gate04/24/2011 | 04/24/2011 | Canon |
| 3 | Brothers05/01/2011 | 05/01/2011 | Canon |
| 4 | Garden of Amahara05/08/2011 | 05/08/2011 | Canon |
| 5 | A Boy From the Cursed Temple05/15/2011 | 05/15/2011 | Canon |
| 6 | The Phantom Chef05/22/2011 | 05/22/2011 | Filler |
| 7 | A Flock of Plovers05/29/2011 | 05/29/2011 | Canon |
| 8 | Now a Certain Man Was Sick...06/05/2011 | 06/05/2011 | Canon |
| 9 | Memories06/12/2011 | 06/12/2011 | Canon |
| 10 | Black Cat06/19/2011 | 06/19/2011 | Canon |
| 11 | Demon of the Deep06/26/2011 | 06/26/2011 | Filler |
| 12 | A Game of Tag07/03/2011 | 07/03/2011 | Canon |
| 13 | Proof07/10/2011 | 07/10/2011 | Canon |
| 14 | A Fun Camping Trip07/17/2011 | 07/17/2011 | Canon |
| 15 | Act of Kindness07/24/2011 | 07/24/2011 | Canon |
| 16 | The Wager07/31/2011 | 07/31/2011 | Canon |
| 17 | Temptation08/07/2011 | 08/07/2011 | Canon |
| 18 | Hurricane08/14/2011 | 08/14/2011 | Filler |
| 19 | An Ordinary Day08/21/2011 | 08/21/2011 | Filler |
| 20 | Mask08/28/2011 | 08/28/2011 | Filler |
| 21 | The Secret Garden09/04/2011 | 09/04/2011 | Filler |
| 22 | Demon Hunting09/11/2011 | 09/11/2011 | Filler |
| 23 | Truth09/18/2011 | 09/18/2011 | Filler |
| 24 | Satan's Spawn09/25/2011 | 09/25/2011 | Filler |
| 25 | Stop, Time10/02/2011 | 10/02/2011 | Filler |
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Common questions
Frequently asked questions
How many seasons does Ao no Exorcist have?
Ao no Exorcist is season 1 of 5 in the franchise: Ao no Exorcist, Ao no Exorcist: Kyoto Fujouou-hen, Ao no Exorcist: Shimane Illuminati-hen, Ao no Exorcist: Yuki no Hate-hen, and Ao no Exorcist: Yosuga-hen. All of them have finished airing.
How many episodes does Ao no Exorcist have?
This page covers 25 episodes. Adding up every season, the franchise has 73 episodes in total.
What is the best order to watch Ao no Exorcist?
It is recommended to watch Ao no Exorcist 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 Ao no Exorcist online?
Ao no Exorcist is available on various legal streaming platforms. Check the platforms section at the top of this page to see where it's currently available. Options may vary depending on your geographic region.
Is Ao no Exorcist a complete anime?
Yes, Ao no Exorcist 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 Ao no Exorcist have?
Yes, Ao no Exorcist has 10 filler episodes, which represents 40% of its 25 episodes. We have created a complete guide that indicates which episodes are canon (original from the manga) and which are filler. Check our "Watch Order" section for more details.
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