To fully experience the journey of Izuku Midoriya and Class 1-A, the best approach is following the release order while weaving in the movies and Original Video Animations (OVAs) at specific plot points to maintain narrative continuity. As of January 2026, the series includes seven full seasons, four theatrical films, and several special episodes that bridge the gaps between major arcs.

Recommended Viewing Order

The following table outlines the most coherent way to watch the series, integrating movies and specials where they fit best chronologically within the anime's timeline.

Order| Title| Type| Timeline Placement
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1| Season 1| TV Series| Start here 5.
2| Save! Rescue Training!| OVA| Between Seasons 1 and 2 5.
3| Season 2| TV Series| Episodes 14–38 5.
4| Training of the Dead| OVA| After Season 2, Ep 20 5.
5| Two Heroes| Movie 1| Between Seasons 2 and 3 3.
6| Season 3| TV Series| Episodes 39–63 5.
7| Season 4| TV Series| Episodes 64–88 5.
8| Heroes Rising| Movie 2| Technically after Season 5, but often watched after Season 4 7.
9| Season 5| TV Series| Episodes 89–113 3.
10| World Heroes' Mission| Movie 3| During Season 5's Endeavor Agency Arc 15.
11| Season 6| TV Series| Episodes 114–138 3.
12| UA Heroes Battle| OVA| Between Seasons 6 and 7 35.
13| Season 7| TV Series| Episodes 139–159 3.
14| You're Next| Movie 4| Set during the timeline of Season 7 5.

Key Movies and Spin-offs

While the movies are generally considered "canon adjacent," they offer significant character development and high-budget action sequences that enrich the main story.

  • Two Heroes (2018): Focuses on All Might's past and takes place during the summer break before the Forest Training Camp.
  • Heroes Rising (2019): Features a battle on Nabu Island; though released earlier, it features power-ups that don't appear until much later in the anime.
  • World Heroes' Mission (2021): A global-scale mission occurring during the internship arc in Season 5.
  • You're Next (2024): The newest cinematic entry, dealing with a mysterious figure appearing after the dark hero arc.

Latest Series News

The anime has recently transitioned into its final saga as of early 2026. Season 7, which aired throughout 2024 and 2025, covers the climactic "Final War" arc from the manga. Fans on forums often debate the placement of the second movie, Heroes Rising , because it contains minor spoilers for abilities revealed in Season 5 and 6, but most agree it is best enjoyed after Season 4 to maintain the release momentum.

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