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The Elusive Samurai

7.720242 seasonsTV-14TV SeriesAnimationAction & Adventure

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…

ProducersMichio Kaiba·Naoto Shoji

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Seasons & Episodes

E1
Longing for Sea Bream!
Jul 17, 2026 6.7
E2
Ayako's Heart-Pounding Operation!
Jul 24, 2026 7.5
E3
Tokiyuki and Three Great Generals
Jul 31, 2026 6.5
E4
The Warrior of Love: Shinano Mask!
Aug 7, 2026 7.5
E5
The Unyielding
Aug 14, 2026 7.0
E6
The Boy Who Became a God
Aug 21, 2026 8.0
E7
My Uncle
Aug 28, 2026 8.0
E8
Irreplaceable
Sep 4, 2026 8.0
E9
The Man Called Masashige Kusunoki
Sep 11, 2026 8.0
E10
The Night of the Assassination
Sep 18, 2026 9.0
E11
My Buddha, Part Two
Sep 25, 2026 9.0
E12
The Age
Oct 2, 2026 9.0

Cast

NHNina Hanamiya
Nina Hanamiya
Mima Sasaki (voice)

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The Elusive Samurai — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Elusive Samurai?

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

Is The Elusive Samurai on Netflix?

No, The Elusive Samurai is not on Netflix in United States as of November 2026. It's currently on Crunchyroll.

Is The Elusive Samurai on Amazon Prime Video?

The Elusive Samurai isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United States, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch The Elusive Samurai for free?

The Elusive Samurai is available on Crunchyroll in United States, 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.