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Quick Answer
- Baki the Grappler(TV · 24 eps)
- Grappler Baki Maximum Tournament(TV · 24 eps)
- BAKI-DOU: The Invincible Samurai(ONA · 13 eps)
- Baki(ONA · 26 eps)
- Baki: The Great Raitai Tournament Saga(ONA · 13 eps)
- Baki Hanma(ONA · 12 eps)
- Baki Hanma 2nd Season(ONA · 27 eps)
- ...and 2 more below
Total: ~141 episodes / 56h watch time
Baki the Grappler Watch Order(2026)
Wondering where to start with Baki the Grappler? There are 9 entries total. The order below follows release dates, which is usually the safest way to go for a first watch.
9 entries ~56h total7 series2 OVA/specials
Full Watch Order (Release Order)
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Baki: Most Evil Death Row Convicts Special Anime
6.63OVA1 eps~24minTelecom Animation Film
Finished AiringFrequently Asked Questions
What's the best order to watch Baki the Grappler?
Release order. Start with Baki the Grappler and go down the list. This is how the creators intended the story to unfold — later entries build on what came before, and watching out of order can spoil key reveals.
How long does it take to watch all of Baki the Grappler?
About 56 hours total across 141 episodes and 9 entries. At 3-4 episodes per day, that's roughly 41 days.
Can I skip the movies and OVAs?
It depends. Recap movies are always safe to skip — they just compress the TV episodes. Original movies and OVAs range from "fun side stories" to "actually important for the plot." When you're unsure, just watch them where they fall in the list above. Better to have extra context than miss something.
Release order or chronological order?
Go with release order for your first time through. Chronological can be tempting, but shows are written with release order in mind — reveals hit harder and character arcs make more sense. Save chronological for a rewatch if you want a different perspective.
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