Is the Anime Really Finished?#
If you are planning to watch the anime and are hoping for a completely finished story, you should be aware that the source material is still in progress. The anime is an adaptation of the Ōsama Ranking manga, which is still being serialized. Recent news indicates that the manga returned from a 21-month hiatus in January 2025, meaning the story is actively continuing.
Because the manga is ongoing, viewers who watch only the anime will likely need to continue with the written source material to find the ultimate conclusion. You can buy the Ōsama Ranking manga here to see where the story goes beyond the screen.
Appeal and Audience#
Ōsama Ranking (also known as Ranking of Kings) has demonstrated significant international appeal. This is evidenced by the wide range of localization efforts, with Crunchyroll adding Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu dubs to the series, making it accessible to a global audience.
Whether you are a seasoned anime fan or a newcomer, you can watch the anime on Prime Video to experience the series. For those who want to bring a piece of the world home, you can also buy Ōsama Ranking merchandise.
Recommended Watch Order#
Depending on how much of the story you want to consume, there are a few different ways to approach the series. You can refer to our relationship tree for a visual breakdown of how these titles connect.
Release Order#
To experience the series as it was released to the public:
- Ranking of Kings (Anime, 2021)
- Ranking of Kings: The Treasure Chest of Courage (Anime Side Story, 2023)
Completionist Order#
For those who want the full experience, including all extras and the most current plot developments:
- Ranking of Kings (Anime)
- Ranking of Kings: The Treasure Chest of Courage (Anime Side Story)
- Ōsama Ranking (Manga) — Start here to follow the story past the anime’s conclusion.
Order for Manga-Transitioners#
If you are comfortable moving from animation to print, the most efficient path is to watch the main anime series first, and then transition directly into the manga to keep up with the ongoing serialization.
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Ōsama Ranking • manga • 2017-05-20 (serialized on Manga Hack)
└─(adaptation)→ Ranking of Kings • anime • 2021-10-14
└─(side story)→ Ranking of Kings: The Treasure Chest of Courage • anime • 2023-04-13
└─(related)→ Ranking of Kings • anime • 
