Jujutsu Kaisen Season 1 Release Timeline
Jujutsu Kaisen Season 1 premiered in Japan on October 3, 2020 and concluded on March 27, 2021. The season aired on MBS/TBS in the Noitamina block and ran for 24 episodes through two cours. In the U.S., Crunchyroll simulcast episodes within days of Japanese broadcast. This timeline update anchors the season within the broader franchise and confirms that Season 1 adapts the early story arcs of the manga through the conclusion of the Kyoto Sister-School Goodwill Event. No new unannounced Season 1 material will appear, as the series has moved into subsequent seasons.
Confirmed Broadcast Dates and Airing Block
The table below summarizes verified Japanese air dates, U.S. simulcast patterns, and key production identifiers for Jujutsu Kaisen Season 1.
| Attribute | Verified Detail | Source Type |
|---|---|---|
| Japanese Premiere | October 3, 2020 | MBS/TBS Noitamina Schedule |
| Japanese Finale | March 27, 2021 | Official Broadcast Listing |
| Episode Count | 24 episodes | Crunchyroll/Studio Press Kit |
| U.S. Simulcast Window | Same-week streaming on Crunchyroll | Crunchyroll Announcement |
| Production Committee | MAPPA, MBS, Avex Pictures, Shueisha | End Credits & Official Site |
| Notable Arc Covered | Introduction, Training Arc, Kyoto Sister-School Event | Episode Guide |
Season 1 Structure and Episode Guide
Season 1 is presented as a continuous narrative across two cours, with each episode advancing the established premise and character development. The season does not include later manga material such as the Shibuya Incident arc.
Episode Grouping by Story Arc
- Episodes 1–4: Introduction to Yuji Itadori, Sukuna, and the Occult Research Club.
- Episodes 5–10: Nobara and Megumi joins, intensified cursed spirit encounters, and grade-level missions.
- Episodes 11–14: Kyoto Sister-School Goodwill Event setup and arrival in Kyoto.
- Episodes 15–24: Culmination of the goodwill event, character trials, and season finale.
Relationship to the Jujutsu Kaisen Manga
Season 1 corresponds closely to the early volumes of Gege Akutami’s manga, concluding around the time the Kyoto event finishes. This alignment makes it an ideal entry point for new audiences, while long-time readers can appreciate the fidelity to the source material. Viewers who complete Season 1 will have encountered the foundational conflicts and relationships that define the ongoing series, without overlap from subsequent arcs.
Subsequent Seasons and Current Status
Following Season 1, Jujutsu Kaisen progressed into Season 2 and later seasons, each adapting new manga arcs. Season 1 remains a completed story block, while later seasons introduce fresh settings and expanded power systems. As of now, there are no plans to revise or rebroadcast a revised version of Season 1; the focus has shifted to continuing the timeline with new animated content.
Viewer Guidance: How to Approach Season 1 Today
For audiences exploring the franchise, Season 1 offers a self-contained introduction to the core world, rules, and character dynamics. While later seasons expand the lore and scale, the events and decisions of Season 1 remain impactful and are referenced across the series. Watching it in release order preserves narrative pacing and ensures clarity when engaging with future installments.