Is the Anime Really Finished?#
If you are wondering whether you can binge-watch JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure and get a complete conclusion, the answer is complex. The primary anime trajectory that began in 2012 has covered significant ground, moving from the initial battles of the Joestar family through to Stone Ocean. However, the series is far from over.
Recent updates confirm that the anime is expanding into new territory. JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure Part 7: Steel Ball Run premiered its ‘1st Stage’ on March 19, 2026, with the ‘2nd Stage’ scheduled to begin on September 25, 2026.
While the anime is continuing to adapt the story, those seeking the ultimate conclusion will currently need to turn to the source material. The manga extends beyond the current anime adaptations, including JoJolion and the most recent serialization, JOJOLands. If you want to see the full scope of the Joestar lineage and their bizarre battles, buying the manga is the only way to reach the current end of the story.
What is JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure All About?#
JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure is an epic multi-generational saga focusing on the Joestar family. The story kicks off with Jonathan Joestar’s intense battle against the vampire Dio Brando, setting a precedent for conflict that spans generations, typically following every second generation of the family.
Who is this for?#
This series is best suited for viewers who enjoy a high-energy blend of adventure, drama, and the supernatural. With themes ranging from martial arts and superpowers to revenge and tragedy, it offers a unique atmospheric experience. However, potential viewers should be aware that the series contains elements of horror, gore, and erotica, making it a more mature choice for those who appreciate high-stakes thriller elements and bizarre, imaginative fighting styles.
If you’re ready to dive into this eccentric world, you can watch the anime on Prime Video.
The Ultimate Watch Order#
Because JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure has various adaptations, OVAs, and sequels, the order in which you consume the content matters. You can refer to the relationship tree below this article for a visual map of these connections.
The Recommended Watch Order#
For most new viewers, the best way to experience the story is through the modern anime continuity:
- JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure (2012)
- Stardust Crusaders
- Stardust Crusaders: Battle in Egypt Arc
- Diamond Is Unbreakable
- Golden Wind
- Stone Ocean
- Steel Ball Run (Beginning with the 1st Stage released in March 2026)
The Release Order (For Historians)#
If you prefer to watch the series as it was originally released to the public:
- First OVA series (1993)
- Phantom Blood (2007)
- The 2012 series and its subsequent sequels (as listed above)
- Steel Ball Run (2026)
The Completionist Path#
For those who want every piece of animated content, including the side stories, follow the recommended order but insert these extras:
- Watch Thus Spoke Kishibe Rohan after Diamond Is Unbreakable.
- Include the 1993 OVA and the 2007 Phantom Blood movie for different takes on the early story.
The Source Material Path#
If you don’t mind reading, the manga is the most complete version of the story. You can start with the original 1987 run (Parts 1-5) and then move into the spinoff/sequel continuity: Steel Ball Run $\rightarrow$ JoJolion $\rightarrow$ JOJOLands.
If you’ve enjoyed the series and want to bring a piece of the bizarre world home, check out the latest JoJo merchandise.
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JoJo's Bizarre Adventure • manga • 1987 to 1999 (Part 1 to Part 5: Shonen Jump 1987 No.1+2 to 1999 No.17)
└─(adaptation)→ JoJo's Bizarre Adventure • anime • 1993-11-19 to 1994-11-18 (First OVA series)
└─(prequel)→ JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: Phantom Blood • anime • 2007-02-17
└─(spinoff)→ JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: Part 7--Steel Ball Run • manga • 2004-02-02 to 2011-04-19
└─(sequel)→ JoJolion • manga • 2011-05-19 to 2021-08-19 (serialized in Ultra Jump, Jun 2011-Sep 2021)
└─(sequel)→ JOJOLands • manga • 2023-02-17 (serialized in Ultra Jump, Mar 2023)
└─(adaptation)→ STEEL BALL RUN JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure • anime • 2026-03-19 (1st Stage)
└─(adaptation)→ JoJo's Bizarre Adventure • anime • 2012-10-05
└─(sequel)→ JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: Stardust Crusaders • anime • 2014-04-04 to 2014-09-12
└─(sequel)→ JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: Stardust Crusaders Battle in Egypt Arc • anime • 2015-01-09
└─(sequel)→ JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: Diamond Is Unbreakable • anime • 2016-04-01
└─(spinoff)→ Thus Spoke Kishibe Rohan • anime • 2017-06-28
└─(sequel)→ JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: Golden Wind • anime • 2018-10-05
└─(sequel)→ JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: Stone Ocean • anime • 2021-12-01 (Worldwide - Netflix, eps. 1-12)
└─(spinoff)→ Rohan at the Louvre • manga • 2011-05-27
└─(spinoff)→ Thus Spoke Rohan Kishibe • manga • 1997 (one-shots published irregularly in Jump magazines)
└─(spinoff)→ JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: Shining Diamond's Demonic Heartbreak • manga • 2021-12-18 to 2023-05-19 (serialized in Ultra Jump, Jan 2022-Jun 2023)
