My Hero Academia centers on Izuku Midoriya, a boy who is born without superpowers, known as Quirks, in a world where almost everyone possesses them. However, his life takes a dramatic turn when he inherits the Quirk of the greatest hero, All Might, granting him the opportunity to enroll in U.A. High School, which specializes in hero training.
The narrative follows Midoriya along with his friends and classmates as they explore their own abilities and learn what it truly means to be a hero. The series has multiple seasons based on its manga, alongside several movies and OVA episodes. If you’re interested in watching the series and its additional content in a systematic way, here’s a guide to help you.
My Hero Academia Viewing Guide
Here’s an overview of each season, detailing the episode counts and the timing for the OVAs and movies.
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Season/Movie |
Episodes |
|---|---|
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Season 1 |
1-13 |
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Season 2 |
14-38 |
|
Season 3 |
39-63 |
|
My Hero Academia: Two Heroes |
1 (movie) |
|
Season 4 |
64-88 |
|
My Hero Academia: Heroes Rising |
1 (movie) |
|
Make It! Do-or-Die Survival Training OVA |
2 (OVA) |
|
Season 5 |
89-113 |
|
My Hero Academia: World Heroes’ Mission |
1 (movie) |
|
Season 5 OVA |
2 (OVA) |
|
Season 6 |
114-138 |
|
UA Battle Heroes OVA |
1 (OVA) |
|
Season 7 |
139-159 |
|
My Hero Academia: You’re Next |
1 (movie) |
Season 8 will mark the conclusion of the series and is scheduled to release in October 2025.
Additionally, there’s a spin-off series titled My Hero Academia: Vigilantes currently airing. This series features a different cast of characters and takes place before the main series. You can watch it at any time without worrying about spoilers, although some references may be clearer if you’re familiar with the main storyline first.
