Original
07/04/2013 - 09/26/2013 Finished
Free!
Also known as: Free! - Iwatobi Swim Club
Haruka Nanase has a love for water and a passion for swimming. In elementary school, he competed in and won a relay race with his three friends Rin Matsuoka, Nagisa Hazuki, and Makoto Tachibana. After claiming victory at the tournament, the four friends went their separate ways. Years later, they reunite as high school students; however, Rin couldn't care less about returning to the way things used to be. Not only does he attend a different school, but the sole thing important to him is proving that he is a better swimmer than Haruka. After the bitter reunion, Haruka, Nagisa, and Makoto decide to form the Iwatobi High School Swim Club, but they will need a fourth member if they hope to take part in the upcoming tournament. Enter Rei Ryuugazaki, a former member of the track team whom Nagisa recruits. As the time to compete draws near, the four develop a close bond while training intensely to come out on top and settle things between Haruka and Rin once and for all.
12
Total episodes
12
Canon episodes
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Every season
Seasons and sequels
You may wonder, how many seasons does Free! have? Well, currently Free! has a total of 3 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! Free! 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 Free! 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 Free! is as simple as it gets: start at episode 1 and keep going to episode 12 without detours. If you came looking for which Free! 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 | Reunion at the Starting Block!07/04/2013 | 07/04/2013 | Canon |
| 2 | Memories in the Distance!07/11/2013 | 07/11/2013 | Canon |
| 3 | Theoretical Dolphin Kick!07/18/2013 | 07/18/2013 | Canon |
| 4 | Captive Butterfly!07/25/2013 | 07/25/2013 | Canon |
| 5 | Trial in Open Water!08/08/2013 | 08/08/2013 | Canon |
| 6 | Shocking No Breathing!08/15/2013 | 08/15/2013 | Canon |
| 7 | One Style Final!08/22/2013 | 08/22/2013 | Canon |
| 8 | Revenge in the Medley!08/29/2013 | 08/29/2013 | Canon |
| 9 | Hesitant Loosen Up!09/05/2013 | 09/05/2013 | Canon |
| 10 | Irritated Heart Rate!09/12/2013 | 09/12/2013 | Canon |
| 11 | Furious All-out!09/19/2013 | 09/19/2013 | Canon |
| 12 | Distant Free!09/26/2013 | 09/26/2013 | Canon |
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Where to watch Free!
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Common questions
Frequently asked questions
How many seasons does Free! have?
Free! has a total of 3 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 Free! have?
In total, Free! has 12 episodes distributed across its 3 seasons. You can consult the complete episodes table to see the breakdown by season.
What is the best order to watch Free!?
It is recommended to watch Free! 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 Free! online?
Free! 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.
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Is Free! a complete anime?
Yes, Free! 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 Free! have?
No, Free! 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 Free!'s score and reviews on MyAnimeList?
You can check the score, reviews, characters and statistics for Free! directly on MyAnimeList, the world's largest anime database. There you'll find the community rating, global ranking and opinions from other fans.