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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

Next episode
S2 E9 · The Man Called Masashige Kusunoki
Airs Friday, September 11, 2026
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
Episode 10
Sep 18, 2026
E11
Episode 11
Sep 25, 2026
E12
Episode 12
Oct 2, 2026

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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 September 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 does The Elusive Samurai have?

The Elusive Samurai has 2 seasons so far. Season 2 is currently airing.

When is the next episode of The Elusive Samurai?

The next episode of The Elusive Samurai — "The Man Called Masashige Kusunoki" (Season 2, Episode 9) — airs on Friday, September 11, 2026.

Are all episodes of The Elusive Samurai out yet?

Not yet — Season 2 of The Elusive Samurai is still airing. The next episode (E9) releases on Friday, September 11, 2026.

Are all episodes of Season 2 of The Elusive Samurai out yet?

Not yet — 8 of 12 episodes of Season 2 have been released so far. New episodes air weekly; episode 9 arrives Friday, September 11, 2026, and the season finale is set for Friday, October 2, 2026. If you're waiting to binge, the full season won't be complete until then.

Is there a Season 3 of The Elusive Samurai?

A Season 3 of The Elusive Samurai hasn't been officially confirmed yet.

What manga is The Elusive Samurai based on?

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