Episode Count Summary
Jujutsu Kaisen currently comprises 48 episodes across two aired seasons. Season 1 contains 24 episodes adapting the early story arcs, while Season 2 has 24 episodes covering the Kyoto Sister-School Goodwill Event and the Shibuya Incident arc. A third season is officially announced but does not yet have a release date or confirmed episode count. This guide provides verified episode totals, episode ranges per story arc, and what to expect from upcoming seasons.
Season 1: Verified Episode Details
Jujutsu Kaisen Season 1 aired in 2020 and covers the early narrative arc of the manga. Produced by MAPPA, it introduces Yuji Itadori, Megumi Fushiguro, and Nobara Kugisaki while establishing the rules of Cursed Energy and Cursed Spirits.
- Total episodes: 24
- Episode runtime: approximately 23–25 minutes
- Air period: October 2020 – March 2021
Season 1 Story Coverage
The season adapts material from the beginning of the manga through the Principal Arc, establishing the Jujutsu High setting and core character relationships. It concludes with the aftermath of the battle against Suguru Geto, setting up the larger conflicts to come.
Season 2: Kyoto Goodwill & Shibuya Incident
Season 2 expands the scale of the series, featuring large-scale action and major character developments. The season adapts two major arcs: the Kyoto Sister-School Goodwill Event and the Shibuya Incident arc.
- Total episodes: 24
- Episode runtime: approximately 22–25 minutes
- Air period: July 2023 – September 2023
Key Story Beats in Season 2
The Kyoto arc focuses on team dynamics, introducing new techniques and rivalries. The Shibuya arc escalates the stakes significantly, culminating in major battles and irreversible consequences that reshape the series’ world.
Upcoming Season 3: Status & Expectations
Season 3 has been officially announced, but the episode count and air window remain unconfirmed. The season will continue from the Shibuya Incident aftermath and is expected to adapt the Hidden Inventory / Premature Death arcs.
| Season | Episodes | Arcs Covered | Release Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 24 | Setup & Geto Arc | Aired (2020–2021) |
| Season 2 | 24 | Kyoto & Shibuya | Aired (2023) |
| Season 3 | TBD | Hidden Inventory, Premature Death | In Production (no date) |
OVAs and Special Content
In addition to the main series, Jujutsu Kaisen includes animated shorts and special OVAs that expand on character moments and provide comic relief.
- Jujutsu Kaisen 0: The Movie — Feature film prequel
- TV Anime OVAs — Non-canon shorts released between seasons
- These specials do not count toward the core series episode total but offer additional world-building
Manga vs Anime Episode Adaptation
The anime has not yet caught up to the current serialized content of the Jujutsu Kaisen manga. While the first two seasons adapt major arcs, there is still a substantial backlog of manga material remaining, ensuring future seasons for ongoing fans.
How to Track Episode Releases
New episodes typically premiere on MBS/TBS in Japan and are streamed globally on Crunchyroll and Netflix (regions vary). Official episode counts are confirmed through MAPPA press releases and the official Jujutsu Kaisen website.