How to watch Bleach in order

According to the 2021 manga series by Tite Kubo, it’s more than just an understatement to suggest that the Bleach animated series captured people’s affection. Debuting on screens in 2004, its appeal sustained the series until 2016 before making a spectacular return in 2022 with a fresh installment, titled “Bleach: Thousand Year Blood War”.

From my vantage point, I’ve been following an intriguing narrative that unfolds around Ichigo Kurosaki, a young individual blessed (or perhaps burdened) with the ability to perceive spectral beings. This extraordinary capability was bestowed upon him after a fateful encounter where his family was attacked. In the heat of the battle, I witnessed him being rescued by Rukia Kuchiki – a Soul Reaper, tasked with guiding lost souls from our world to the Soul Society.

In the aftermath of their meeting, Rukia, who was gravely injured, entrusted her powers to Ichigo as she recuperated. As the story progresses, Ichigo evolves into a full-time Soul Reaper, assuming responsibilities that range from safeguarding benign spirits to ensuring they coexist harmoniously with us living beings.

Skip ahead to Bleach: The Thousand Year War, following the events of the original series. Ichigo makes a comeback, leaving a trail of blood behind, as a new adversary emerges to stir up chaos. This is a continuation of the Bleach storyline, inspired by the popular manga series. The final installment, Part 4, is slated for release in 2025.

If you’ve been wanting to dive into the world of Bleach, given that the Thousand Year War is wrapping up, it can be quite daunting to comprehend the sheer number of episodes (and movies) that you have to catch up on.

Don’t worry, we’re ready to guide you through the sequence for watching Bleach, where you can follow Ichigo, Rukia, and the other Shinigami characters on their thrilling journey.

Viewers have the option to stream the entire Bleach collection either according to its release timeline or in chronological sequence. For enthusiasts who are well-versed in the series, opting for episodes based on their release date offers an immersive experience that allows them to dive right into the action and revisit overlooked moments along the way.

The below order is how to watch the Bleach franchise in release date order:

Season 1 – The Substitute Soul Reaper (Episodes 1-20)
Season 2 – The Entry (Episodes 1-21)
Season 3 – The Rescue (Episodes 1-22)
Season 4 – The Bounty (Episodes 1-22)
Season 5 – The Assault (Episodes 1-15)
Bleach The Movie: Memories of Nobody
Season 5 – The Assault (Episodes 16-18)
Season 6 – Arrancar The Appearance (Episodes 1-22)
Season 7 – The Arrancar Part 2 (Episodes 1-20)
Season 8 – The Arrancar Part 3 (Episodes 1-2)
Bleach: Diamond Dust Rebellion
Season 8 – The Arrancar Part 3 (Episodes 3-16)
Season 9 – The New Captain (Episodes 1-22)
Season 10 – The Arrancar Part 4 (Episodes 1-9)
Bleach: Fade To Black
Season 10 – The Arrancar Part 4 (Episodes 10-16)
Season 11 – Turn Back The Pendulum (Episodes 1-7)
Season 12 – The Arrancar Part 5 (Episodes 1-17)
Season 13 – Zanpakuto The Alternate Tale (Episodes 1-36)
Season 14 – The Arrancar Part 6 (Episodes 1-34)
Bleach: Hell Verse
Season 14 – The Arrancar Part 6 (Episodes 36-51)
Season 15 – Gotei 13 Invading Army (Episodes 1-26)
Season 16 – The Lost Agent (Episodes 1-24)
The Thousand Year Blood War Part 1 The Blood Warfare (Episodes 1-13)
The Thousand Year Blood War Part 2 The Separation (Episodes 14-26)
The Thousand Year Blood War Part 2 The Conflict (Episodes 27-40)

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For those unfamiliar with the Bleach universe, watching the series sequentially could provide a less intimidating approach to following its action-packed storyline.

Here’s how to watch according to the Bleach timeline:

Season 1 – The Substitute Soul Reaper
Season 2 – The Entry
Season 3 – The Rescue
Season 4 – The Bounty
Season 5 – The Assault
Season 6 – Arrancar The Appearance
Season 7 – The Arrancar Part 2
Season 8 – The Arrancar Part 3
Season 9 – The New Captain
Season 10 – The Arrancar Part 4
Season 11 – Turn Back The Pendulum
Season 12 – The Arrancar Part 5
Season 13 – Zanpakuto The Alternate Tale
Season 14 – The Arrancar Part 6
Season 15 – Gotei 13 Invading Army
Season 16 – The Lost Agent
The Thousand Year Blood War Part 1
The Thousand Year Blood War Part 2
The Thousand Year Blood War Part 3

Additionally, you might encounter several Bleach films during your viewing. While these films contribute to the main storyline and provide additional insights into Ichigo’s voyage, they are not essential to follow the anime series’ plot.

If you do want to watch them, here’s the best order to catch up with:

Bleach The Movie: Memories of Nobody
Bleach: Diamond Dust Rebellion
Bleach: Fade To Black
Bleach: Hell Verse

Right now, Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War is still being broadcasted, and it’s adapting the last chapters from the original comic book series.

Once you’re all caught up, you’ll be ready for the second cour (or half), known as The Separation.

How to watch the English dub of Bleach

At the moment, just a few Bleach episodes have been dubbed into English and are accessible on Amazon Prime Video. However, other streaming services are offering episodes with subtitles for now.

How to watch Bleach in the UK

Fans living in the UK who love the Bleach series can catch up with their favorite episodes on various streaming platforms such as Hulu, Disney+, Amazon, Google Play Movies, and Apple TV.

Episodes are also available to purchase on Vudu and Right Stuff.

In the UK, you can stream Bleach on Disney Plus. Join Disney Plus today for just £8.99 a month, or pay £89.90 for an entire year’s access.

2025-01-15 19:04