Original
04/06/2013 - 06/22/2013 Finished
Date A Live (デート・ア・ライブ)
Thirty years ago, the Eurasian continent was devastated by a supermassive "spatial quake"—a phenomenon involving space vibrations of unknown origin—resulting in the deaths of over 150 million people. Since then, these quakes have been plaguing the world intermittently, albeit on a lighter scale. Shidou Itsuka is a seemingly average high school student who lives with his younger sister, Kotori. When an imminent spatial quake threatens the safety of Tengu City, he rushes to save her, only to be caught in the resulting eruption. He discovers a mysterious girl at its source, who is revealed to be a "Spirit," an otherworldly entity whose appearance triggers a spatial quake. Soon after, he becomes embroiled in a skirmish between the girl and the Anti-Spirit Team, a ruthless strike force with the goal of annihilating Spirits. However, there is a third party that believes in saving the spirits: "Ratatoskr," which surprisingly is commanded by Shidou's little sister! Kotori forcibly recruits Shidou after the clash, presenting to him an alternative method of dealing with the danger posed by the Spirits—make them fall in love with him. Now, the fate of the world rests on his dating prowess, as he seeks out Spirits in order to charm them.
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Total episodes
12
Canon episodes
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Seasons and sequels
You may wonder, how many seasons does Date A Live have? Well, currently Date A Live has a total of 5 official seasons. Below is a complete list of the anime's seasons, arranged chronologically, including prequels, sequels, and canonical spin-offs.
Discover all seasons and episodes of this anime in broadcast order. Each season develops a key part of the story, introducing new characters, story arcs, and important events. Select any season to view detailed information such as the number of episodes, release dates, and a complete plot description.
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Watch order: filler vs canon
You're in luck! Date A Live doesn't have a single filler episode: all 12 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 12 episodes of Date A Live aired in 2013 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 Date A Live is as simple as it gets: start at episode 1 and keep going to episode 12 without detours. If you came looking for which Date A Live episodes are filler so you could skip them, the answer is that there aren't any.
Episode by episode
Complete guide by season
12 Episodes
| # | Episodes | Aired | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | April 1004/06/2013 | 04/06/2013 | Canon |
| 2 | Another Close Encounter04/14/2013 | 04/14/2013 | Canon |
| 3 | For the Sky and the Sword04/21/2013 | 04/21/2013 | Canon |
| 4 | Sullen Rain04/28/2013 | 04/28/2013 | Canon |
| 5 | Frozen Ground05/05/2013 | 05/05/2013 | Canon |
| 6 | Hot Springs of Love05/12/2013 | 05/12/2013 | Canon |
| 7 | The Visitors05/19/2013 | 05/19/2013 | Canon |
| 8 | Triple Frenzy05/26/2013 | 05/26/2013 | Canon |
| 9 | Raging Nightmare06/02/2013 | 06/02/2013 | Canon |
| 10 | Spirit Of Fire (Ifrit)06/09/2013 | 06/09/2013 | Canon |
| 11 | Countdown06/16/2013 | 06/16/2013 | Canon |
| 12 | That Which Cannot Be Forgiven06/22/2013 | 06/22/2013 | Canon |
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Common questions
Frequently asked questions
How many seasons does Date A Live have?
Date A Live has a total of 5 seasons. 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 Date A Live have?
In total, Date A Live has 12 episodes distributed across its 5 seasons. You can consult the complete episodes table to see the breakdown by season.
What is the best order to watch Date A Live?
It is recommended to watch Date A Live 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 Date A Live online?
Date A Live is available on the following streaming platforms: Funimation. 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.
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Is Date A Live a complete anime?
Yes, Date A Live 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 Date A Live have?
No, Date A Live 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.
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