How & Where to Watch Demon Slayer Movie & Seasons in 2024: Stream From Anywhere
A new series of Demon Slayer dropped in April, 2023. This guide explains how and where to watch Demon Slayer movie Mugen Train online and series one through three from anywhere with a VPN.
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Last Updated: 2024-04-16T13:35:10+00:00
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Dark Japanese fantasy animation series Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba is based on the original manga series by Koyoharu Gotouge. If you’re a Demon Slayer fan feeling frustrated by the contents scattered availability, this guide explains how and where to watch Demon Slayer movie Mugen Train and the series from anywhere.
Key Takeaways: Where to Watch Demon Slayer
- All Demon Slayer seasons are available on Crunchyroll and Funimation, where the third season is currently coming out week by week. The third season will be released on Netflix on May 1, 2023.
- If you want to watch the entire Demon Slayer collection to date, you can get a free trial with Crunchyroll and connect to a U.S. VPN server to access the U.S. Crunchyroll library.
- ExpressVPN is the best VPN if you want to watch Demon Slayer online, but NordVPN is a great alternative.
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Status checked 2024/04/09:
Demon Slayer’s third season was released in Japan on April 9, 2023 on Fuji TV and will be released on Netflix May 1, 2023. Season three episodes that have been released so far are currently available on Crunchyroll and Funimation.
A new Demon Slayer compilation movie called Demon Slayer — To the Swordsmith Village (released Feb. 3, 2023 in Japan), which includes footage from the first episode of season three, was released in theaters this year, but it hasn’t been released online yet.
The seasons and the movie are distributed across a variety of streaming services. On that note, some streaming services and content are blocked in certain countries due to regional restrictions. If you can’t find the complete Demon Slayer series or movie in your country, we’ll show you how to access streaming services with a virtual private network (VPN), like ExpressVPN.
Where to Watch Demon Slayer Movie & Series
Demon Slayer is available on a few streaming services; some are widely available, while others are restricted to certain countries. If you want to use a streaming platform that’s blocked in your country, we’ll show you how to access it with a VPN further down. For now, let’s explore everywhere Demon Slayer is available.
Which Streaming Services Have Demon Slayer: The Movie & Seasons?
The Demon Slayer series order can feel like a bit of a headspin, especially if you’re new to it. There are two movies — Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba — The Movie: Mugen Train (2020) and the compilation movie released this year, Demon Slayer — To the Swordsmith Village (2023).
Unfortunately, we couldn’t find Demon Slayer — To the Swordsmith Village online. There’s the option of checking out free movie sites and torrenting sites, if that’s your thing, but be sure to use a VPN and antivirus software. Also, you can also refer to the list of websites we gathered in our where to watch Anime for free.
To keep things simple, we’ve created this table to show you where each season is and in which country or countries the streaming service is available. Keep reading to find out if the series is on Netflix.
If you don’t mind purchasing Demon Slayer, you can do so on Amazon Prime Video U.S. (season one and movie Mugen Train), Vudu (season one and movie Mugen Train), Google Play (movie Mugen Train), iTunes and YouTube Movies & TV (season one and movie Mugen Train).
| Streaming App: | Country | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Crunchyroll Premium All & Mugen Train movie | 🌎 Most countries (except Japan) | Availability differs by country |
| Hulu Season 1 | 🇺🇸 U.S. | N/A |
| Funimation All & Mugen Train movie | 🇺🇸 U.S., 🇨🇦 Canada, 🇬🇧 U.K., 🇮🇪 Ireland, 🇦🇺 Australia, 🇳🇿 New Zealand, 🇧🇷 Brazil, 🇲🇽 Mexico | Season 1 is free; others are paid |
| Amazon Prime Video Seasons 1, 2 & Entertainment District Arc | 🇫🇷 France | No English subtitles |
Is Demon Slayer on Netflix?
Yes, Demon Slayer is on Netflix, but not the movie. We found seasons one and two in various, but not all, Netflix libraries. For example, the series isn’t available on Netflix Australia, so if you’re in Australia or another country that doesn’t have Demon Slayer on Netflix, you’ll need to use a VPN to get around the geoblocks. Season three will be released on Netflix on May 1.
| Streaming App: | Country | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Netflix Seasons 1 & 2, no movie | 🇺🇸 U.S., 🇬🇧 U.K., 🇫🇷 France, 🇨🇦 Canada, 🌍 Other countries, | Second half of season two & Entertainment District Arc are missing, season three coming to Netflix U.S. May 1, 2023 |
| Netflix Japan All seasons, no movie | 🇯🇵 Japan | No English subtitles |
How to Access Other Netflix Libraries
When Demon Slayer season three drops in May, you can stream it on Netflix. If you can’t find season three on Netflix in your country, you can connect to a U.S. server (or a server in another country where season three will be available, like France). Then, log in to Netflix as normal and stream the series. You can use this method to explore a wide variety of Netflix content.
If you encounter any issues, like an error message, try switching to another server. You may need to play around with a few to see which one works best. Below, we’ll share a step-by-step how-to for accessing Netflix with a VPN on May 1.
How to Watch Demon Slayer for Free
Funimation and Crunchyroll offer free trials, both lasting 14 days. If you can’t find your preferred Demon Slayer content on Crunchyroll in your country (season availability sometimes differs by country), you can get a free trial with Crunchyroll and pair it with a VPN’s money-back guarantee. Then, all you’d need to do is connect to a U.S. server and log in to your Crunchyroll account.
Those with a U.S. payment method can also get a free trial with Hulu, which lasts for 30 days. However, only season one is available, so you may be better off going the Crunchyroll route.
The only other way to stream Demon Slayer — To the Swordsmith Village free online is to check out free movie sites and torrenting sites, but make sure you take proper precautions.
How to Watch All Demon Slayer Series on Crunchyroll With a VPN
If you can’t find the Demon Slayer content you want on Crunchyroll, or another service, in your country, we’ll show you how to connect to ExpressVPN (or another VPN of your choice) and access the full U.S. library.
Season three episodes to-date have been released on Crunchyroll as of April, 2023.
- Subscribe to a VPN
Go to a reputable VPN provider’s website and choose your preferred plan. ExpressVPN and many other providers offer a 30-day money-back guarantee.
- Download the VPN
Find the “download” tab on your chosen VPN’s website and go through the installation procedure.
- Connect to a US Server
Open the ExpressVPN app and connect to a U.S. server.
- Stream Demon Slayer
Open Crunchyroll and sign up for a free trial, if you haven’t already. Then, search for Demon Slayer and start streaming. If you have any issues, try connecting to a different U.S. server.
How to Watch Demon Slayer on Netflix With a VPN
To prepare you for season three’s arrival on Netflix on May 1, here’s a tutorial on how to stream Demon Slayer if it isn’t available on Netflix in your country.
- Get a VPN
Go to a VPN’s website and sign up for one of its plans. As mentioned above, most reputable providers offer money-back guarantees.
- Download & Install the VPN App
After signing up for a plan, follow the prompts to download the VPN, or look for the “download” tab on the website.
- Connect to a US Server
Open the VPN’s app and connect to a server in the United States, or another country, in which Demon Slayer season three is available.
- Stream Demon Slayer Season 3
Open Netflix, search for Demon Slayer and start streaming season three beginning May 1, 2023.
The Best VPNs for Watching Demon Slayer
Series and movie streaming on geoblocked services is possible with a reputable and secure VPN service. Here are our top recommendations.
1. ExpressVPN
Pros:
- Watertight security
- Diverse server network
- Unblocks streaming apps
Cons:
- Expensive
With its unblemished security and privacy record and easy-to-use interface, ExpressVPN is our go-to provider for streaming. It works well with streaming services like Netflix and Crunchyroll, and gives beginner VPN users a really easy ride with its straightforward desktop and mobile apps.
Don’t let the simplicity fool you, though — ExpressVPN is packed with a diverse bunch of servers, especially in the U.S., making it a great choice for accessing U.S. streaming services and libraries.
On the downside, it’s an expensive service compared to the competition, but it’s foolproof in terms of speed, security and streaming capability. Add in a 30-day money-back guarantee, and you’ve got a winner. Find out more in our full ExpressVPN review.
- Unlimited GB
- 8
- Yes
2. NordVPN
Pros:
- Great speeds
- Affordable long-term plans
- Intuitive desktop interface
Cons:
- Awkward mobile interface
As the fastest VPN out there, NordVPN is another excellent choice for streaming. Buffering can put a real dampener on a streaming session, which is why picking a VPN with good speeds is so important. NordVPN also has a very easy-to-navigate desktop interface, with a well-conceived world map design that makes switching servers a breeze.
On the other hand, if you plan to stream on mobile regularly, you might find the mobile app frustrating, because the world map feels a bit cramped and harder to navigate on a small screen. NordVPN has a 30-day money-back guarantee, and you can get into all the finer details in our NordVPN review.
- *The prices are charged in the first billing cycle only. Renewal prices vary.
- Unlimited GB
- 6
- Yes
- *The prices are charged in the first billing cycle only. Renewal prices vary.
- Unlimited GB
- 6
- Yes
- *The prices are charged in the first billing cycle only. Renewal prices vary.
- Unlimited GB
- 6
- Yes
Cast, Characters & Plot: Demon Slayer
The Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba series is about a pair of siblings who lose their family in a demon attack. In an act of vengeance, and to save his sister Nezuko from turning permanently into a demon herself, the brother, 13-year-old Tanjiro, heads off to train as a member of the demon slayer corps. The voice cast includes:
| Character: | Japanese | English |
|---|---|---|
| Tanjiro Kamado | Natsuki Hanae | Zach Aguilar |
| Nezuko Kamado | Akari Kitô | Abby Trott |
| Zenitsu Agatsuma | Hiro Shimono | Aleks Le |
| Inosuke Hashibira | Yoshitsugo Matsuoka | Bryce Papenbrook |
Final Thoughts: Streaming Demon Slayer
Though Demon Slayer is spread across various streaming services and can be tricky to find all in one place, with a bit of know-how (and the help of a VPN), watching Demon Slayer is a piece of cake. The third season is currently being released gradually on Crunchyroll, Funimation and, very soon, on Netflix.
We hope you enjoy it. If you’d like to watch other movies not available in your location we got you covered. We regularly publish movie guides, such as our recent guides on where to watch Seven Deadly Sins and where to watch Silence of the Lambs.
Which streaming platform will you use to watch the Demon Slayer franchise? Will you need to use a VPN? Let us know in the comments. Thanks for reading.
FAQ
There are 44 Demon Slayer episodes across seasons one and two. The third season is currently being released episode by episode.
You can watch Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba — the Movie: Mugen Train on Crunchyroll and Funimation. The 2023 Swordsmith Village movie was recently released in theaters, but hasn’t been released on streaming platforms yet.