06/12/2004 - 12/25/2004 Finished
Samurai 7 (サムライセブン)
In the far distant future, on a planet that might have been called "earth", there was a war between samurai who mechanized their bodies. After the long war, people enjoyed a modest peace. Facing starvation and abductions at the hands of fearsome mechanized bandits (Nobuseri), the farmers of Kanna Village make the dangerous choice to hire samurai for protection. The village's water priestess, Kirara, her younger sister, Komachi, and a heartbroken villager, Rikichi, set off to hire willing samurai with nothing to offer but rice from their meager harvests. Through dangerous encounters and a bit of luck, seven samurai of varying specialties and experience are gathered for an epic battle against the bandits and the merchants that influence them. Samurai 7 is based loosely upon Kurosawa Akira's famous movie "Seven Samurai"/"Shichinin no Samurai"
26
Total episodes
26
Canon episodes
0
Filler episodes
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Canon episodes · 26 Filler episodes · 0
Every season
Seasons and sequels
Single Season
Currently, Samurai 7 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! Samurai 7 doesn't have a single filler episode: all 26 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 26 episodes of Samurai 7 aired in 2004 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 Samurai 7 is as simple as it gets: start at episode 1 and keep going to episode 26 without detours. If you came looking for which Samurai 7 episodes are filler so you could skip them, the answer is that there aren't any.
Episode by episode
Complete guide by season
26 Episodes
| # | Episodes | Aired | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Master06/12/2004 | 06/12/2004 | Canon |
| 2 | The Pupil06/12/2004 | 06/12/2004 | Canon |
| 3 | The Entertainer07/10/2004 | 07/10/2004 | Canon |
| 4 | The Loner07/10/2004 | 07/10/2004 | Canon |
| 5 | The Drifter07/24/2004 | 07/24/2004 | Canon |
| 6 | The Fool07/24/2004 | 07/24/2004 | Canon |
| 7 | The Friend08/14/2004 | 08/14/2004 | Canon |
| 8 | The Guardians08/14/2004 | 08/14/2004 | Canon |
| 9 | The Bandits08/28/2004 | 08/28/2004 | Canon |
| 10 | The Journey08/28/2004 | 08/28/2004 | Canon |
| 11 | The Village09/11/2004 | 09/11/2004 | Canon |
| 12 | The Truth09/11/2004 | 09/11/2004 | Canon |
| 13 | The Attack09/25/2004 | 09/25/2004 | Canon |
| 14 | The Offering09/25/2004 | 09/25/2004 | Canon |
| 15 | The Gun and the Calm10/09/2004 | 10/09/2004 | Canon |
| 16 | The Storm10/09/2004 | 10/09/2004 | Canon |
| 17 | The Remembrance10/23/2004 | 10/23/2004 | Canon |
| 18 | The Emperor10/23/2004 | 10/23/2004 | Canon |
| 19 | The Mutiny11/13/2004 | 11/13/2004 | Canon |
| 20 | The Execution11/13/2004 | 11/13/2004 | Canon |
| 21 | The Rescue11/27/2004 | 11/27/2004 | Canon |
| 22 | The Divide11/27/2004 | 11/27/2004 | Canon |
| 23 | The Lies12/11/2004 | 12/11/2004 | Canon |
| 24 | The Oaths12/11/2004 | 12/11/2004 | Canon |
| 25 | The Last Battle12/25/2004 | 12/25/2004 | Canon |
| 26 | The Era's End12/25/2004 | 12/25/2004 | Canon |
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Common questions
Frequently asked questions
How many seasons does Samurai 7 have?
Samurai 7 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 Samurai 7 have?
In total, Samurai 7 has 26 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 Samurai 7?
It is recommended to watch Samurai 7 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 Samurai 7 online?
Samurai 7 is available on the following streaming platforms: Netflix, 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.
Is Samurai 7 a complete anime?
Yes, Samurai 7 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 Samurai 7 have?
No, Samurai 7 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 Samurai 7's score and reviews on MyAnimeList?
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