Watch guide
Tales of Herding Gods: what order to watch it in?
At a glance4 seasons · 104 episodes
Here are all the seasons, films and specials of Tales of Herding Gods in broadcast order, which is also the recommended order to follow the story. To start, go with 牧神记. Entries marked "optional" can be skipped without missing anything from the main plot.
Watch order
- 1Season 1牧神记
- 2Season 2牧神记 贰
- 3Season 3牧神记 叁
- 4Season 4牧神记 肆
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, Tales of Herding Gods streams on Bilibili. 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? Tales of Herding Gods also exists in written or drawn form, which often goes far beyond the episodes aired so far.
Frequently asked questions
Where should I start Tales of Herding Gods?
Start with 牧神记 (Season 1). It is the first entry of the main story; after that, simply follow the broadcast order.
How many episodes does Tales of Herding Gods have?
So far the franchise counts 4 seasons · 104 episodes already aired, not including announced episodes.
Do I need to watch the films and specials?
Yes: here, the films and specials are part of the main story. Watch them in their place in the broadcast order.
Where can I watch Tales of Herding Gods?
The series streams on Bilibili. Check availability in your country on the official apps.