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The Elusive Samurai

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Set between the Kamakura and Muromachi periods, during the Kenmu Restoration, the story follows the tale of Hojo Tokiyuki, a boy on the run after his family is overthrown by Ashikaga Takauji. With his only allies being a shady priest and…

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Seasons & Episodes

E1
Longing for Sea Bream!
Jul 17, 2026 6.0
E2
Ayako's Heart-Pounding Operation!
Jul 24, 2026
E3
Tokiyuki and Three Great Generals
Jul 31, 2026
E4
The Warrior of Love: Shinano Mask!
Aug 7, 2026
E5
The Unyielding
Aug 14, 2026
E6
The Boy Who Became a God
Aug 21, 2026
E7
My Uncle
Aug 28, 2026
E8
Irreplaceable
Sep 4, 2026
E9
The Man Called Masashige Kusunoki
Sep 11, 2026
E10
The Night of the Assassination
Sep 18, 2026
E11
My Buddha, Part Two
Sep 25, 2026 10.0
E12
The Age
Oct 2, 2026 10.0

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The Elusive Samurai — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Elusive Samurai?

The Elusive Samurai is streaming on Crunchyroll in Canada, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Elusive Samurai on Netflix?

No, The Elusive Samurai is not on Netflix in Canada as of October 2026. It's currently on Crunchyroll.

Is The Elusive Samurai on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Elusive Samurai isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now. It's on Crunchyroll instead.

Where can I watch The Elusive Samurai for free?

The Elusive Samurai is available on Crunchyroll in Canada, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.

How many seasons are in The Elusive Samurai?

The Elusive Samurai has 2 seasons in total (24 episodes). The series concluded in 2026.

Are all episodes of The Elusive Samurai out yet?

Yes — all 24 episodes across 2 seasons of The Elusive Samurai are out and available to stream.

Is there a Season 3 of The Elusive Samurai?

No — The Elusive Samurai ended after 2 seasons, so there is no Season 3.

What manga is The Elusive Samurai based on?

The Elusive Samurai is based on The Elusive Samurai by Yūsei Matsui.