Original
10/15/1999 - 01/21/2000 Finished
Initial D Second Stage (頭文字〈イニシャル〉D SECOND STAGE)
Accumulating an impressive series of victories with his AE86, Takumi Fujiwara has imposed himself as street racing's newest rising star. However, his newly found confidence of winning at his home turf of Mount Akina has been put in jeopardy by a new Emperor team exclusively using a car model favored by most professional racing pilots: the Mitsubishi four-wheel drive Lancer Evolutions—also known as Lan Evos. The Emperor team leader, Kyouichi Sudou, looks down on Takumi and regards him as an inferior pilot for driving an antique car that lacks the makings of a true modern race car. Kyouichi's elitist philosophy is also the reason why his team is only made of Lan Evo drivers. Will Takumi be able to keep his perfect track record intact against the highly skilled and mechanically superior Emperor team, or does his hot streak end here? [Written by MAL Rewrite]
13
Total episodes
13
Canon episodes
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Filler episodes
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Canon episodes · 13 Filler episodes · 0
Every season
Seasons and sequels
You may wonder, how many seasons does Initial D Second Stage have? Well, currently Initial D Second Stage 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! Initial D Second Stage doesn't have a single filler episode: all 13 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 13 episodes of Initial D Second Stage aired in 1999–2000 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 Initial D Second Stage is as simple as it gets: start at episode 1 and keep going to episode 13 without detours. If you came looking for which Initial D Second Stage episodes are filler so you could skip them, the answer is that there aren't any.
Episode by episode
Complete guide by season
13 Episodes
| # | Episodes | Aired | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | A New Threat10/15/1999 | 10/15/1999 | Canon |
| 2 | Team Emperor on Akina10/22/1999 | 10/22/1999 | Canon |
| 3 | The Feeling of Defeat10/29/1999 | 10/29/1999 | Canon |
| 4 | Hollow Victory11/05/1999 | 11/05/1999 | Canon |
| 5 | Countdown to Destruction11/12/1999 | 11/12/1999 | Canon |
| 6 | Goodbye Eight-Six11/19/1999 | 11/19/1999 | Canon |
| 7 | Battle at Akagi11/26/1999 | 11/26/1999 | Canon |
| 8 | Dangerous Impression12/03/1999 | 12/03/1999 | Canon |
| 9 | The New Eight-Six12/10/1999 | 12/10/1999 | Canon |
| 10 | The Eight-Six Turbo12/17/1999 | 12/17/1999 | Canon |
| 11 | The Seal Has Been Broken01/07/2000 | 01/07/2000 | Canon |
| 12 | Eight-Six vs. Eight-Six01/14/2000 | 01/14/2000 | Canon |
| 13 | Changing Seasons01/21/2000 | 01/21/2000 | Canon |
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Common questions
Frequently asked questions
How many seasons does Initial D Second Stage have?
Initial D Second Stage 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 Initial D Second Stage have?
In total, Initial D Second Stage has 13 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 Initial D Second Stage?
It is recommended to watch Initial D Second Stage 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 Initial D Second Stage online?
Initial D Second Stage is available on the following streaming platforms: Animation Digital Network. 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: Animation Digital Network
Is Initial D Second Stage a complete anime?
Yes, Initial D Second Stage 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 Initial D Second Stage have?
No, Initial D Second Stage 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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