Season 1 goes anime-original from episode 17 onward. Season 2 (Kyoto Saga, 12 eps) is fully manga-faithful. Recommend watching season 1 eps 1–16 then jumping to Season 2.

Watch Order

1
Blue Exorcist Season 1 (2011)25 Episodes

Rin's enrollment, training, and an anime-original conclusion from episode 17.

2
Blue Exorcist: Kyoto Saga (2017)12 Episodes

Returns to manga canon. The Impure King arc — the best arc in the series.

3
Blue Exorcist: Shimane Illuminati Saga (2023)13 Episodes

Continues manga adaptation. Rin's power grows and new threats emerge.

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About Blue Exorcist

Rin Okumura discovers he is the son of Satan — born from a human woman. Rather than joining his father, he enrolls at True Cross Academy to train as an exorcist and kill Satan. Blue Exorcist blends re...

Filler Info

Season 1 goes anime-original from episode 17 onward. Season 2 (Kyoto Saga, 12 eps) is fully manga-faithful. Recommend watching season 1 eps 1–16 then jumping to Season 2.

Power System

Understanding Demonic Flame / Exorcist Knight Meister System deepens your experience.

After the Anime

Check the manga for story beyond the anime adaptation.