Vinland Saga Watch Order
All 4 entries in the Vinland Saga franchise, in the order to watch them — 2019–2023.
- Entries4
- Episodes50
- TV series 2
- Films 0
This list is in release order — the order these were broadcast. For most franchises that is also the best viewing order, but prequels are the common exception.
The order
| # | Title | Type | Year | Episodes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | Vinland Saga VINLAND SAGA | TV | 2019 | 24 |
| 2 |  | Vinland Saga Season 2 VINLAND SAGA SEASON 2 | TV | 2023 | 24 |
| 3 |  | VINLAND SAGA SEASON 2: Drowning in the Shadow | ONA | 2023 | 1 |
| 4 |  | VINLAND SAGA SEASON 2: Same old story | ONA | 2023 | 1 |
Where to start
Vinland Saga (2019) is the earliest entry. Thorfinn is son to one of the Vikings' greatest warriors, but when his father is killed in battle by the mercenary leader Askeladd, he swears to have his revenge. Thorfinn joins Askeladd's band in order to challenge him to a duel, and ends up caught in the middle of a war for the crown of England.
Frequently asked
How many Vinland Saga entries are there?
4 in total: 2 TV series, 0 films, and 2 OVAs and specials.
Do I need to watch the films and OVAs?
Most films and OVAs in a long-running franchise are side stories that sit outside the main continuity. They can be watched at any point, or skipped entirely, without losing the thread of the main series.