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Attack On Titan Watch Order

Attack On Titan may have concluded some time ago, but it’s a work that holds a special place in fans’ hearts. Many fans love Attack On Titan for its incredible action, mesmerizing world, and fantastic soundtrack. The characters are well-written, memorable, and likable, too. 

For those unaware, Attack On Titan is set in a world where humans live in towns. Around these towns are large walls. These walls prevent monstrous humanoid creatures called Titans from entering. Unfortunately, several Titans infiltrate one of the towns.

This town is where our protagonist Eren Jaeger resides. Eren, his friends, and several others survive this ordeal. However, other residents aren’t so lucky. Enraged, Eren vows to join the Survey Corps, a military brigade tasked with fighting the Titans. With the Survey Corps’ help, Eren hopes to extinguish every Titan in his world. 

Whether you’re a first-timer or someone who wants to revisit this gruesome universe, fear not. This watch order guide will help you get caught up on Attack On Titan. 

What’s the chronological release date order of Attack On Titan?

Several Japanese animation studios worked on Attack On Titan’s anime adaptation. The studios in question are Wit and Mappa Studios. Additionally, the anime consists of 4 seasons, 3 OVAs, 3 specials, 2 movies, and 1 spin-off. Some seasons were split up into different parts, but these were all released between 2013 to 2024 (so far).

One of the movies is a new addition. It will be released on November 8th 2024 in Japanese cinemas. For more information on that movie, click here. 

The chronological release order for Attack On Titan is as follows:

  1. Attack On Titan Season 1 (2013)
  2. Attack On Titan: Chibi Theater – Fly, Cadets, Fly! (2013) – Special
  3. Attack On Titan OAD (2013) – OVA
  4. Attack On Titan: No Regrets (2014) – OVA
  5. Attack On Titan: Junior High (2015) – Spin-off
  6. Attack On Titan Season 2 (2017)
  7. Attack On Titan: Lost Girls (2017) – OVA
  8. Attack On Titan Season 3 (2018)
  9. Attack On Titan: Chibi Theater – Survey Corps, Levi Squad! (2018) – Special
  10. Attack On Titan Season 3 Part 2 (2019)
  11. Attack On Titan: Chronicle (2020) – Movie
  12. Attack On Titan: Final Season (2020)
  13. Attack On Titan: Chibi Theater – Survey Corps, The Final! (2021) – Special
  14. Attack On Titan: Final Season Part 2 (2022)
  15. Attack On Titan: Final Season – The Final Chapters (2023)
  16. Attack On Titan – The Final Chapter: The Last Attack (2024)

What’s the best way to watch Attack On Titan?

This anime is pretty straightforward. However, it can be a hassle to choose what to watch first. Nonetheless, below you’ll find the recommended watch order for this anime. We’ll explain why you can skip most of the content shortly.  

Recommended Order:

  1. Attack On Titan Season 1 (2013)
  2. Attack On Titan Season 2 (2017)
  3. Attack On Titan Season 3 (2018)
  4. Attack On Titan Season 3 Part 2 (2019)
  5. Attack On Titan: Final Season (2020)
  6. Attack On Titan: Final Season Part 2 (2022)
  7. Attack On Titan: Final Season – The Final Chapters (2023)

Is there any content that can be skipped?

Yes, there is. As detailed above, fans can skip the OVAs, movies, specials, and solo spin-off titles. The OVA specials contain material focusing more on supporting characters like Levi, Hange Zoe, Annie Leonhart, Mikasa Ackerman, and others. Most are set at different periods within the Attack On Titan universe. 

While it’d help audiences develop a deeper attachment with these characters, it’s not necessary viewing. Several specials will offer a similar experience as the OVAs. As for the spin-off, it’s a cutesy, child-like version of Attack On Titan. It features chibi versions of Eren and the others in a school setting where they get into all types of comical mischief.

Lastly, the two films serve as compilation projects. Where Attack On Titan: Chronicle recaps events from Season 1 to 3, Attack On Titan: The Final Chapter – The Last Attack will recap the events in Attack On Titan: Final Season – The Final Chapters. 

We covered this anime in depth on TheReviewGeek since 2017 and have a full-season review of other seasons. You can check out all our Attack On Titan coverage by clicking here. However, here’s how to watch the notable OVAs with the recommended order above if you’re interested.

Recommended Order: With Notable OVAs

  1. Attack On Titan Season 1 (2013)
  2. Attack On Titan OAD Episode 1 (2013) – OVA
  3. Attack On Titan: No Regrets Part 1 and 2 (2014) – OVA
  4. Attack On Titan Season 2 (2017)
  5. Attack On Titan Season 3 (2018)
  6. Attack On Titan Season 3 Part 2 (2019)
  7. Attack On Titan: Final Season (2020)
  8. Attack On Titan: Final Season Part 2 (2022)
  9. Attack On Titan: Final Season – The Final Chapters (2023)

Where can I watch Attack On Titan?

Attack On Titan is available on Crunchyroll outside of Asian territories. All the required seasons are available on the platform. While most outlets like Hulu and Amazon Prime Video offer Attack On Titan, fans should stick with Crunchyroll, especially if they want to watch some of the spin-offs, OVAs, etc. 

Have you watched all of Attack On Titan? Do you have a better watch order than us? Let us know in the comments below!

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