Kapanlagi.com - MY HERO ACADEMIA is one of the most popular anime in recent years, featuring a world full of heroes and villains that is equally exciting. With the Quirk concept as each person's unique power, this series presents a combination of school drama, emotionally charged action, and major conflicts that change the direction of the story.
However, the numerous seasons, movies, and OVAs can sometimes confuse new viewers. So, here is a complete guide to the watching order of MY HERO ACADEMIA that you can follow, from the first season to the eighth season that will air soon.
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1. How to Watch My Hero Academia in Order of Release Year
Based on the order of release year:
Season 1 (2016)
OVA: Save! Rescue Training! (2016)
Season 2 (2017)
OVA: Training of the Dead (2017)
My Hero Academia: Two Heroes (2018)
Season 3 (2018)
OVA: All Might Rising (2019)
My Hero Academia: Heroes Rising (2019)
Season 4 (2020)
OVA: Make It! Do-or-Die Survival Training (2020)
Season 5 (2021)
My Hero Academia: World Heroes Mission (2021)
OVA: Departure (2022)
OVA: Hero League Baseball (2022)
OVA: Laugh! As If You Are in Hell (2022)
Season 6 (2022-2023)
OVA: U.A. Heroes Battle (2023)
Season 7 (2024)
My Hero Academia: You're Next (2024)
OVA: A Piece of Cake (2025)
2. My Hero Academia Season 1 (2016)

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The first season introduces Midoriya Izuku, who was born without a Quirk, but inherits power from All Might. Here we see the U.A. entrance exam, Quirk test, Battle Trial, and the attack of the League of Villains in the U.S.J. Arc.
3. OVA: My Hero Academia: Save! Rescue Training! (2016)

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This first OVA shows Class 1-A continuing their training after the U.S.J. incident. They are divided into groups for a rescue simulation but must face unexpected villains. This special episode is full of humor, even including a break the fourth wall moment.
4. My Hero Academia Season 2 (2017)

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This season features the U.A. Sports Festival, which becomes one of the iconic arcs, intense battles against Hero Killer Stain, and the final exams for the class. Characters begin to show their growth in power and motivations.
5. OVA: My Hero Academia: Training of the Dead (2017)

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Teacher Aizawa tests the students with a training exercise alongside students from another school, but it turns chaotic when Quirk Romero triggers a zombie outbreak. This OVA combines horror and comedy with unique character interactions.
6. My Hero Academia: Two Heroes (2018)

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This installment takes Deku and All Might to a futuristic island under attack by villains. In addition to showcasing exciting action, the film also explores the teacher-student relationship and a bit of All Might's past in America.
7. My Hero Academia Season 3 (2018)

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Conflict escalates with training in the forest that ends in a villain attack, a rescue mission for Bakugo, and a provisional hero license exam. This season emphasizes that a major battle is approaching.
8. OVA: My Hero Academia: All Might Rising (2019)

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This OVA tells the story of All Might's past before he became the symbol of peace. Set after the death of his teacher, this short story shows All Might's determination to keep moving forward despite loss.
9. My Hero Academia: Heroes Rising (2019)

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This second film shows the entire Class 1-A working independently against a strong villain. The climax is the collaboration between Deku and Bakugo, which becomes one of the most epic scenes in the entire franchise.
10. My Hero Academia Season 4 (2020)

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The Overhaul arc takes center stage, highlighting the issues of Quirk Erasure and the emotional battles involving Eri. Interspersed with remedial courses, a school festival, and the dawn of a new era for heroes.
11. OVA: Make It! Do-or-Die Survival Training (2020)

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Class 1-A trains in an abandoned mall that suddenly collapses, forcing them to work together to survive. This OVA brings back the school vibe with a touch of classic anime action.
12. My Hero Academia Season 5 (2021)

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The Joint Training Arc brings together classes 1-A and 1-B, then the focus shifts to the Endeavor Agency. This season delves deeper into the legacy of the number one hero and the internal conflict within the Todoroki family.
13. My Hero Academia: World Heroes' Mission (2021)

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This third film presents a global threat from Humarise that opposes the existence of Quirks. Deku meets Rody Soul, a new character who quickly becomes a favorite thanks to his exciting dynamic with Midoriya.
14. OVA: Departure (2022)

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This OVA is an adaptation of a one-shot manga that focuses on Hawks. Although brief and more comedic in tone, the animation is crafted with eye-catching detail.
15. OVA: Hero League Baseball (2022)

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This special episode features a baseball game among heroes, complete with the use of Quirks on the field. Light-hearted, funny, and enjoyable.
16. OVA: Laugh! As If You Are in Hell (2022)

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This comedy OVA showcases an enemy with a unique Quirk that makes everyone laugh uncontrollably. The story is light but full of entertainment.
17. My Hero Academia Season 6 (2022-2023)

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The great war against the Paranormal Liberation Front became a turning point, with heavy casualties on both sides. The Dark Hero Arc afterwards shows the dark side of Deku's journey.
18. OVA: U.A. Heroes Battle (2023)

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Class 1-A students play a VR card game featuring duels between characters with unique styles. This OVA gives a light yet exciting feel like a mini spin-off.
19. My Hero Academia Season 7 (2024)

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The Star and Stripe Arc highlights global cooperation among heroes, followed by the U.A. Traitor Arc that reveals the traitor, leading to the Final War Arc that brings the conflict to its peak.
20. My Hero Academia: You're Next (2024)

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This anime features a villain opposing the symbol of All Might and introduces a new character named Anna. The spectacular visuals and the climactic battles are the main attractions.
21. OVA: A Piece of Cake (2025)

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This OVA shows students discovering Deku's journal filled with detailed notes about his friends' Quirks. There are many comedic moments and interactions that highlight the characters' innocent sides.
22. My Hero Academia Season 8 (2025)

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This season is still produced by Studio Bones, with Kenji Nagasaki as the chief director and Naomi Nakayama as the director. This season presents a major mission involving the young heroes from U.A. High School. They must face the threat of a mysterious organization called Humarise that aims to exterminate all Quirk users in the world. The eighth season will premiere on October 4, 2025, in Japan and will be the final season of the MY HERO ACADEMIA anime series.
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