Tracking the broadcast timeline for an action series can get messy, especially when split-cour schedules, recap movies, and international streaming delays enter the mix. The Solo Leveling anime follows Sung Jin-woo's transformation from the world's weakest hunter to an unstoppable monarch, rolling out across two major television seasons. Season 1 aired twelve episodes from January to March 2024, followed by Season 2 (Arise from the Shadow), which brought thirteen additional episodes from January to March 2025.
Understanding when episodes dropped, how the broadcast windows worked, and where to catch up helps clear up confusion left by older trackers. Here's a complete breakdown of how the schedule unfolded.
Season 1 Episode Release Schedule
The first season launched on January 6, 2024, in Japan, with international streaming on Crunchyroll following shortly after on January 20. Produced by A-1 Pictures, the adaptation mapped out Sung Jin-woo's harrowing experiences in the double dungeon and his initial awakening.
- Episode 1: "I'm Used to It" – January 6, 2024
- Episode 2: "If I Had One More Chance" – January 13, 2024
- Episode 3: "It's Like a Game" – January 20, 2024
- Episode 4: "I've Gotta Get Stronger" – January 27, 2024
- Episode 5: "A Pretty Good Deal" – February 3, 2024
- Episode 6: "The Real Hunt Begins" – February 10, 2024
- Episode 7: "Let's See How Far I Can Go" – February 17, 2024
- Episode 7.5: "How to Get Stronger" (Recap special) – February 24, 2024
- Episode 8: "This is Frustrating" – March 2, 2024
- Episode 9: "You've Been Hiding Your Skills" – March 9, 2024
- Episode 10: "What Is This, a Picnic?" – March 16, 2024
- Episode 11: "A Knight Who Defends an Empty Throne?" – March 23, 2024
- Episode 12: "Arise" – March 30, 2024
Season 2 Arise from the Shadow Schedule
Following the momentum of the first season, Season 2 carried the subtitle Arise from the Shadow. It premiered on January 4, 2025, maintaining a weekly Saturday morning release slot for its thirteen episodes.
- Episode 13: "You aren't E-rank, are You" – January 4, 2025
- Episode 14: "I Suppose You aren't Aware" – January 11, 2025
- Episode 15: "Still a Long Way to Go" – January 18, 2025
- Episode 16: "I Need to Stop Faking" – January 25, 2025
- Episode 17: "This is What We're Trained to Do" – February 1, 2025
- Episode 18: "Don't Look Down on My Guys" – February 8, 2025
- Episode 19: "The 10th S-Rank Hunter" – February 15, 2025
- Episode 20: "Looking Up Was Tiring Me Out" – February 22, 2025
- Episode 21: "It Was All Worth It" – March 1, 2025
- Episode 22: "We Need a Hero" – March 8, 2025
- Episode 23: "It's Going to Get Even More Intense" – March 15, 2025
- Episode 24: "Are You the King of Humans?" – March 22, 2025
- Episode 25: "On to The Next Target" – March 29, 2025
Understanding the Recap Movie Gap
Before diving into Season 2, fans encountered Solo Leveling -ReAwakening-. This theatrical release combined a recap of the first season with early preview footage of Season 2 episodes. Viewers tracking online schedules often confuse this film for a canonical television episode. It's a cinematic compilation meant to bridge the narrative gap rather than an essential weekly broadcast entry.
Common Confusion Points
When looking up episode counts and air dates, viewers often run into specific stumbling blocks:
- Subtitles vs. Dubs: Japanese broadcasts and Japanese streaming versions debuted first, with English, Spanish, Portuguese, German, and French dubs landing roughly two weeks behind the subbed release.
- Episode Numbering: Some platforms list Season 2 starting back at Episode 1, while others continue the global count from 13 through 25. Checking the chapter adaptions helps confirm your exact location in the story.
- Recap Interruptions: Mid-season recap specials (like Episode 7.5 in Season 1) shift standard numbering, making it easy to think an episode is missing when it's just a summary clip.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch all released Solo Leveling episodes?
The complete series streams on Crunchyroll, which holds the primary international distribution rights for both seasons and their respective dubs.
How many total episodes span across the existing seasons?
Season 1 contains 12 episodes, and Season 2 contains 13 episodes, bringing the total count to 25 television episodes across the two broadcast runs.
Does the anime follow the original webtoon closely?
Yes, A-1 Pictures adapts Chu-Gong's original webnovel and webtoon source material faithfully, though minor scene expansions and pacing adjustments are made to fit the television format.
Are there any official announcements for a third season?
Production committees frequently space out major anime adaptations to maintain animation quality. While the story offers plenty of source material left to adapt from the original webtoon, updates on future installments arrive directly through official channels like the Solo Leveling Official Website.
