Watch guide
The Great Ruler: what order to watch it in?
At a glance2 seasons · 116 episodes
Here are all the seasons, films and specials of The Great Ruler in broadcast order, which is also the recommended order to follow the story. To start, go with 大主宰. Entries marked "optional" can be skipped without missing anything from the main plot.
A first 12-episode adaptation came out in 2019. The current series, launched in 2023, is a new version: you can start directly with it.
Watch order
- 1Specials大主宰（2019）
- 2Season 1 · year-round大主宰
- 3Season 2 · year-round大主宰 年番2
First broadcast dates in China and episode counts from Bangumi (bgm.tv). Chibi comedy shorts and motion comics are not listed.
Where to watch legally
In China, The Great Ruler streams on iQIYI. Internationally, these platforms often offer subtitled episodes through their apps or official YouTube channels.
Availability varies by country and by season: check the official apps (Tencent Video and WeTV, Bilibili, iQIYI, Youku, Crunchyroll depending on the title) before looking elsewhere. Watching on official platforms also supports the studios making the next seasons.
Read the story
Want to go further than the series? The Great Ruler also exists in written or drawn form, which often goes far beyond the episodes aired so far.
Frequently asked questions
Where should I start The Great Ruler?
Start with 大主宰 (Season 1 · year-round). It is the first entry of the main story; after that, simply follow the broadcast order.
How many episodes does The Great Ruler have?
So far the franchise counts 2 seasons · 116 episodes already aired, not including announced episodes.
Do I need to watch the films and specials?
1 entry is optional: you can skip it without losing the thread. The other films and specials are part of the main story.
Where can I watch The Great Ruler?
The series streams on iQIYI. Check availability in your country on the official apps.