Watch guide
Ne Zha 2: what order to watch it in?
At a glance3 films
Here are all the seasons, films and specials of Ne Zha 2 in broadcast order, which is also the recommended order to follow the story. To start, go with 哪吒之魔童降世. Entries marked "optional" can be skipped without missing anything from the main plot.
Ne Zha 2 is the direct sequel to the first film: watch Ne Zha (2019) first. The 1979 animated film is a classic unrelated to this saga.
Watch order
- 1Film哪吒之魔童降世
- 2Film哪吒之魔童闹海
- 3Film哪吒3
- 4Film哪吒闹海（1979）
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, Ne Zha 2 streams on Cinemas, then video-on-demand platforms. 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? Ne Zha 2 also exists in written or drawn form, which often goes far beyond the episodes aired so far.
Frequently asked questions
Where should I start Ne Zha 2?
Start with 哪吒之魔童降世 (Film). It is the first entry of the main story; after that, simply follow the broadcast order.
How many episodes does Ne Zha 2 have?
No episodes have aired yet: the series has been announced, but its release date is not known.
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 Ne Zha 2?
The series streams on Cinemas, then video-on-demand platforms. Check availability in your country on the official apps.
What is the next release?
The next expected entry is 哪吒3: Announced, no date yet.