Is the Kingdom Anime Finished?#
If you are looking for a definitive conclusion to the story through the anime alone, the short answer is no. Kingdom is currently ongoing.
The series has seen a long journey of adaptations, with the 6th series debuting on October 4, 2025. Most importantly for those tracking the story’s end, a sequel to the 6th series was officially announced on December 27, 2025.
Because the source material—the Kingdom manga—continues to be a massive success (topping Oricon’s Monthly Comic Rankings as recently as June 2026), the anime is still in the process of adapting an expansive historical epic. If you want to see how far the story has progressed beyond the current anime seasons, you will need to dive into the manga.
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What is Kingdom About and Who Is It For?#
Kingdom is a gripping blend of action and drama set against a historical backdrop. The story follows two boys living as slaves who share a daring dream: to become great generals. After a tragic turn of events leaves one boy on the brink of death, the other, Shin, vows to carry their shared dream forward.
Shin’s journey is a classic “zero-to-hero” tale. He starts with a meager five-man team and must survive the brutal realities of the battlefield, navigating the complex world of ancient warfare to climb the ranks of command.
This anime is best suited for viewers who enjoy:
- Large-scale warfare and swordplay: The series focuses heavily on tactical battles and fighting.
- Political Intrigue: Beyond the battlefield, the series explores the politics of power and leadership.
- Historical Drama: Those interested in historical settings and the struggle for unification will find this highly appealing.
If this sounds like your kind of story, you can watch the anime on Prime Video to start Shin’s journey.
Recommended Watch Order#
Navigating Kingdom can be slightly confusing due to the gaps between seasons, but the path is straightforward. For the best experience, we recommend following the release order.
Release Order & Completionist Path#
For those who want the full anime experience, follow the seasons in the order they were released. You can refer to the relationship tree below for the specific years and sequence. The order is as follows:
- Season 1 (2012)
- Season 2 (2013)
- Season 3 (2020)
- Season 4 (2022)
- Season 5 (2024)
- Season 6 (2025)
- Upcoming Sequel (Announced Dec 2025)
Transitioning to Source Material#
Because the manga has been serialized since 2006 and is still topping charts in 2026, it is the most complete version of the story. For viewers who are impatient for the next anime sequel or those who want the full depth of the political and historical plot, transitioning to the manga is highly recommended.
You can buy the Kingdom manga here to continue the story where the anime leaves off.
Extra Content and Collectibles#
Beyond the anime and manga, Kingdom has expanded into other media, including stage plays (with a second stage play debuting in August 2026). For fans who want to immerse themselves further in the world of ancient warfare, there is a variety of gear available.
Check out the latest Kingdom merchandise to celebrate Shin’s rise to power.
Kingdom • manga • 2006-01-26 (serialized in Young Jump, 2006 #9)
└─(adaptation)→ Kingdom • anime • 2012-06-04
└─(sequel)→ Kingdom • anime • 2013-06-08
└─(sequel)→ Kingdom • anime • 2020-04-05 (delayed due to COVID)
└─(sequel)→ Kingdom • anime • 2022-04-09
└─(sequel)→ Kingdom • anime • 2024-01-13
└─(sequel)→ Kingdom • anime • 2025-10-04
└─(sequel)→ Kingdom • anime • 
