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Quick Answer
- Arknights Animation: Prelude to Dawn(TV · 8 eps)
- Running in the Dark(Music · 1 eps)
Total: ~9 episodes / 4h watch time
Running in the Dark Watch Order(2026)
With 2 entries across the franchise, Running in the Dark can look overwhelming. It's simpler than it seems though. Follow the list below and you'll be set.
2 entries ~4h total1 series
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Frequently Asked Questions
What's the best order to watch Running in the Dark?
Release order. Start with Arknights Animation: Prelude to Dawn 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 Running in the Dark?
About 4 hours total across 9 episodes and 2 entries. At 3-4 episodes per day, that's roughly 3 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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