Current Episode Count by Season
As of the latest available information, Jujutsu Kaisen has aired two main television seasons and a special episode. Season 1 comprises 24 episodes, adapting the manga from the introduction of Yuji Itadori through the climax of the Kyoto Sister-School Goodwill Event. Season 2, subtitled Shibuya Incident, covers the Shibuya arc and totals 23 episodes. To date, there is also a special recap episode titled Jujutsu Kaisen 0: The Movie — Highlighting Memories. This gives a confirmed aired total of 47 episodes plus one special, with production ongoing for a third season that has not yet aired.
Season 1: Jujutsu Kaisen (2020)
Jujutsu Kaisen Season 1 aired from October 2020 to March 2021 and covers the first major story arcs. It introduces Yuji Itadori, Megumi Fushiguro, and Nobara Kugisaki, and progresses through the Culling Game–style events of the Goodwill Event between Tokyo Jujutsu High and Kyoto Jujutsu High. The season adapts content roughly from Chapter 1 to around Chapter 69 of the manga and delivers a self-contained narrative through its 24 episodes.
Key Details for Season 1
| Attribute | Verified Detail | Source Type |
|---|---|---|
| Episode Count | 24 | Official credits and streaming listings |
| Aired Window | October 2020–March 2021 | Broadcast records |
| Major Story Coverage | Introduction through Goodwill Event arc | Manga chapter mapping |
Season 2: Jujutsu Kaisen 2nd Season (Shibuya Incident)
Season 2, labeled the Shibuya Incident arc, aired from July 2023 to December 2023 and comprises 23 episodes. This season adapts the manga’s Shibuya arc, delivering the large-scale battle, expanded curse-user roster, and further development of the Cursed Spirit and Cursed Womb storylines. Taken together with Season 1, the two main seasons cover roughly the first 96 manga chapters and provide a near-complete adaptation of the primary school-focused saga.
Key Details for Season 2
| Attribute | Verified Detail | Source Type |
|---|---|---|
| Episode Count | 23 | Official credits and streaming listings |
| Aired Window | July 2023–December 2023 | Broadcast records |
| Major Story Coverage | Shibuya arc through early Culling Game evolution | Manga chapter mapping |
Special and Recap Content
In addition to the main story seasons, there is a special episode that functions as a recap tied to the Jujutsu Kaisen 0 film. Titled Jujutsu Kaisen 0: The Movie — Highlighting Memories, it features new narration and previously animated scenes to bridge the movie with the ongoing series. While not part of the core season narrative, it offers viewers a refreshed perspective on the early movie content and highlights key emotional beats from the film.
Upcoming and Future Seasons
A third season is officially confirmed and in production, but as of now it has not aired. Details regarding its episode count, premiere window, and story coverage remain limited, though industry reporting indicates it will continue directly from the end of the manga’s current serialization point. Because this season has not released, it is not included in any current episode totals and should be treated as future content when tracking how many episodes of Jujutsu Kaisen will ultimately exist.
Episode Count Summary Table
The table below provides a concise, verified overview of the series’ episode totals to date.
| Category | Episode Count | Status | Period |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 24 | Aired | 2020–2021 |
| Season 2 | 23 | Aired | 2023 |
| Special Recap | 1 | Aired | 2023 |
| Total Aired | 47 | Aired | — |
| Season 3 | TBD | Upcoming | — |
Context on Series Structure
Jujutsu Kaisen follows a main-story progression typical of long-running shonen anime, with each season generally aligning to distinct manga story arcs. Season 1 establishes the rules of the cursed energy world, the vulnerabilities of curses, and the formation of key character relationships. Season 2 escalates the stakes with urban warfare in Shibuya, introducing higher-level cursed spirits and expanding the ensemble cast. The series avoids anthology formatting, instead building serialized continuity, which means episode count growth is tied directly to manga progression and adaptation choices.
How to Track Future Episode Releases
For up-to-date episode counts, consult official sources such as the series’ Japanese television network listings, the official Studio MAPPA channels, or licensed streaming platforms that carry the show. These sources provide the most accurate and current episode tallies as seasons are announced and aired. Until Season 3 premieres, the confirmed count remains 47 episodes of main story content plus one special recap.
Key Takeaways
- Two main seasons have aired: Season 1 (24 episodes) and Season 2 (23 episodes).
- One special recap episode related to Jujutsu Kaisen 0 exists, bringing the aired total to 47.
- Season 3 is confirmed but has not aired; its episode count is not yet known.
- Episode counts reflect direct manga adaptations up to the current published material.