Watch guide
The Demon Hunter: what order to watch it in?
At a glance3 seasons · 69 episodes
Here are all the seasons, films and specials of The Demon Hunter in broadcast order, which is also the recommended order to follow the story. To start, go with 沧元图. Entries marked "optional" can be skipped without missing anything from the main plot.
Watch order
- 1Season 1沧元图
- 2Specials沧元图 东宁府番外篇
- 3Season 2沧元图2
- 4Specials沧元图 元初山番外篇
- 5Specials沧元图前传 东宁府的夏天
- 6Season 3沧元图3
- 7Film沧元图 院线电影
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 Demon Hunter streams on Youku. 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 Demon Hunter 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 Demon Hunter?
Start with 沧元图 (Season 1). It is the first entry of the main story; after that, simply follow the broadcast order.
How many episodes does The Demon Hunter have?
So far the franchise counts 3 seasons · 69 episodes already aired, not including announced episodes.
Do I need to watch the films and specials?
3 entries are optional: you can skip them without losing the thread. The other films and specials are part of the main story.
Where can I watch The Demon Hunter?
The series streams on Youku. Check availability in your country on the official apps.
What is the next release?
The next expected entry is 沧元图 院线电影: Announced, no date yet.