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Quick Answer
- GATE(TV · 12 eps)
- GATE Part 2(TV · 12 eps)
- GATE 2: Jieitai Kano Umi nite, Kaku Tatakaeri(TV)
Total: ~24 episodes / 10h watch time
GATE Watch Order(2026)
Wondering where to start with GATE? There are 3 entries total. The order below follows release dates, which is usually the safest way to go for a first watch.
3 entries ~10h total3 series
Full Watch Order (Release Order)
Tips for First-Timers
What you can skip
Cognitive computing shorts and promo bits are non-essential
Common mistake
Starting with Steins;Gate 0 or inserting it mid-watch before finishing episode 22-24
Short on time?
Watch Steins;Gate, then episode 23β and Steins;Gate 0 — the movie is a fun epilogue
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the best order to watch GATE?
Release order. Start with GATE 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 GATE?
About 10 hours total across 24 episodes and 3 entries. At 3-4 episodes per day, that's roughly 7 days.
Can I skip the movies and OVAs?
This franchise is mostly main series content with no standalone movies or OVAs to worry about.
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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