Overview: What is Seven Mortal Sins?#
If you are looking for a supernatural series that blends celestial conflict with earthly encounters, Seven Mortal Sins (also known as sin Nanatsu no Taizai) is a title to keep on your radar.
The story follows the prideful archangel Lucifer, who is cast down to the lowest level of hell after disobeying God. During her descent, she encounters a high school girl named Maria on Earth who provides her with help. Once in hell, Lucifer meets Leviathan, who introduces her to the Seven Deadly Sins—the seven demon king rulers of hell. After these rulers seal away Lucifer’s powers, she embarks on a journey alongside Maria and Leviathan to defeat the Sins and reclaim her standing.
If you’re ready to dive in, you can watch the anime on Prime Video to start your journey through hell.
Is the Anime Really Finished?#
When deciding whether to commit to a series, the biggest question is usually whether the story reaches a conclusion. Based on the available release data, the primary series Seven Mortal Sins debuted in 2017, followed by a related project in 2018.
While the anime provides a concentrated look at Lucifer’s struggle against the demon kings, fans who want a deeper dive into the lore or additional character development may find themselves wanting more. To ensure you have the full experience and don’t miss any plot points that may have been condensed for the screen, we recommend buying the manga.
Audience and Appeal#
Seven Mortal Sins is best suited for viewers who enjoy the supernatural genre, particularly stories involving fallen angels, demons, and the dynamics of power and redemption. The appeal lies in the juxtaposition of the high-stakes battle for hell’s rule and the unlikely friendship between a disgraced archangel and a high school girl.
Whether you are a fan of supernatural battles or simply enjoy character-driven journeys of recovery, this series offers a unique take on the concept of the Seven Deadly Sins. While you’re enjoying the series, you might also want to pick up some official merchandise to show your support.
Recommended Watch Order#
To get the most out of this universe, it is important to understand how the series and its related content connect. You can refer to the relationship tree on this page for a visual guide, but here is the breakdown:
Release Order#
If you want to experience the series as it was originally presented to the public:
- Seven Mortal Sins (2017)
- Seven Heavenly Virtues (2018)
Completionist Order#
For those who want to see everything the franchise has to offer, including the extras, we recommend watching Seven Mortal Sins first, followed by the spinoff Seven Heavenly Virtues. For the most comprehensive experience, ensure you watch the bonus episodes available for Seven Heavenly Virtues (which included 10 TV episodes and 2 Blu-ray/DVD bonus episodes).
Source Material Path#
For viewers who do not mind supplementing the anime with reading, we suggest watching the main anime series and then transitioning to the manga to fill in any gaps before moving on to the spinoff series.
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Final Tips#
Before starting, be aware that Seven Heavenly Virtues acts as a spinoff to the main story. If you are strictly interested in Lucifer’s quest to defeat the demon kings, Seven Mortal Sins is your primary destination, but the spinoff provides further expansion of the supernatural world established in the original series.
Seven Mortal Sins • anime • 2017-04-14
└─(spinoff)→ Seven Heavenly Virtues • anime • 2018-01-26
