07/01/2021 - 12/23/2021 Finished
Scarlet Nexus (SCARLET NEXUS)
In the year 2020, a nation faces the pervasive threat of the "Others"—mysterious monsters who fall from the sky and feed on human brains. At the same time, psionics, a hormone that gives certain people extrasensory abilities that are effective against the Others, is discovered in the human body. Subsequently, the nation's founder establishes the Other Suppression Force (OSF) to combat these monsters and save humanity. Commonly referred to as the Scarlet Guardians, young individuals with psionics undergo intensive training to join this group. One day, the nation prepares an induction ceremony for the exceptional recruits who completed the grueling training to become Scarlet Guardians. Among these young elites is Yuito Sumeragi, the determined son of the nation's founder; at the age of five, he was rescued by a woman in the OSF. To repay this debt, he joins the organization, eager to put his training to good use. As he meets his new comrades, he faces a big problem—the woman who saved him years ago closely resembles one of his teammates. However, this should be the least of his worries—unbeknownst to him, a conspiracy is brewing, one with the capability to shake the entire country.
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, Scarlet Nexus 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! Scarlet Nexus 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 Scarlet Nexus aired in 2021 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 Scarlet Nexus is as simple as it gets: start at episode 1 and keep going to episode 26 without detours. If you came looking for which Scarlet Nexus 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 | Scarlet Psionics07/01/2021 | 07/01/2021 | Canon |
| 2 | Scarlet Guardians07/08/2021 | 07/08/2021 | Canon |
| 3 | Conspiracy07/15/2021 | 07/15/2021 | Canon |
| 4 | Red Strings07/22/2021 | 07/22/2021 | Canon |
| 5 | Karen's Revolt07/29/2021 | 07/29/2021 | Canon |
| 6 | A Doomed Tomorrow08/05/2021 | 08/05/2021 | Canon |
| 7 | The Hunt for Nagi08/12/2021 | 08/12/2021 | Canon |
| 8 | The Hospital's Secrets08/19/2021 | 08/19/2021 | Canon |
| 9 | A Dubious Wonder Drug08/26/2021 | 08/26/2021 | Canon |
| 10 | The Rebel Yuito09/02/2021 | 09/02/2021 | Canon |
| 11 | Togetsu09/09/2021 | 09/09/2021 | Canon |
| 12 | The Moon's Secrets09/16/2021 | 09/16/2021 | Canon |
| 13 | The Design Children09/23/2021 | 09/23/2021 | Canon |
| 14 | A 2,000-Year Ambition09/30/2021 | 09/30/2021 | Canon |
| 15 | Nagi Attacks10/07/2021 | 10/07/2021 | Canon |
| 16 | Naomi and Alice10/14/2021 | 10/14/2021 | Canon |
| 17 | Arahabaki's Trap10/21/2021 | 10/21/2021 | Canon |
| 18 | Karen's Wish10/28/2021 | 10/28/2021 | Canon |
| 19 | Kagero's Confession11/04/2021 | 11/04/2021 | Canon |
| 20 | Together Again11/11/2021 | 11/11/2021 | Canon |
| 21 | Wakana's Resolve11/18/2021 | 11/18/2021 | Canon |
| 22 | Brothers11/25/2021 | 11/25/2021 | Canon |
| 23 | The Sumeragi Mausoleum12/02/2021 | 12/02/2021 | Canon |
| 24 | Slumbering Desire12/09/2021 | 12/09/2021 | Canon |
| 25 | Operation Destroy the Kunad Gate12/16/2021 | 12/16/2021 | Canon |
| 26 | To Each Their Own Future12/23/2021 | 12/23/2021 | Canon |
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Common questions
Frequently asked questions
How many seasons does Scarlet Nexus have?
Scarlet Nexus 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 Scarlet Nexus have?
In total, Scarlet Nexus 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 Scarlet Nexus?
It is recommended to watch Scarlet Nexus 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 Scarlet Nexus online?
Scarlet Nexus is available on the following streaming platforms: Crunchyroll, 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.
Is Scarlet Nexus a complete anime?
Yes, Scarlet Nexus 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 Scarlet Nexus have?
No, Scarlet Nexus 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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