Everything You Need to Know About The Seven Deadly Sins#
If you are looking to dive into the world of Britannia, you have likely encountered The Seven Deadly Sins (also known as Nanatsu no Taizai). This high-energy series blends adventure and fantasy with elements of conspiracy and superpowers.
The story follows Elizabeth, who sets out to save the Kingdom of Lyons. To do so, she must track down the infamous group of criminals known as the Seven Deadly Sins—the very people who once tried to overthrow the kingdom. Her journey begins when she meets Meliodas, the owner of a traveling bar and the Dragon’s Sin of Wrath. Together, they embark on a quest to reunite the Sins and protect the realm.
If you’re ready to start your journey, you can watch the anime on Prime Video.
Is The Seven Deadly Sins Finished?#
Whether the series is “finished” depends on which part of the story you are referring to.
The original manga, which serves as the source material, ran from October 2012 to March 2020. The primary anime adaptation follows a long chain of sequels and films, culminating in Seven Deadly Sins: Cursed By Light in 2021. For viewers seeking the conclusion of the main arc involving the original Sins, the anime provides a path to the end.
However, the franchise is still very much alive. A sequel series titled Seven Deadly Sins: Four Knights of the Apocalypse began its manga run in 2021 and received an anime adaptation starting in October 2023, with further sequels airing into 2024. Because of this expanding universe, the overall story is ongoing.
If you want to own the complete story in print, you can buy the manga.
Audience and Appeal#
The Seven Deadly Sins is best suited for fans of classic fantasy adventures. It appeals to those who enjoy:
- Epic Power Scales: The series leans heavily into superpowers and high-stakes battles.
- Intrigue: The plot is driven by conspiracies and the mystery surrounding the Sins’ past.
- Lighthearted Moments: Along with the action, the series features fanservice and comedic character interactions.
If you enjoy the world and the characters, you might also want to pick up some official merchandise to show your support!
Recommended Watch Order#
Because of the number of sequels and spin-offs, the watch order can be confusing. For a detailed breakdown of how these titles connect, please refer to the relationship tree provided below this article.
The Release Order (Standard Experience)#
For most viewers, following the release order is the most straightforward way to experience the story:
- Seven Deadly Sins (Original Series)
- Seven Deadly Sins -Signs of Holy War-
- Seven Deadly Sins: Revival of The Commandments
- Seven Deadly Sins the Movie: Prisoners of the Sky
- Seven Deadly Sins: Imperial Wrath of The Gods
- Seven Deadly Sins: Dragon’s Judgement
- Seven Deadly Sins: Cursed By Light
The Completionist Order#
If you want every single piece of content, you should incorporate the spin-offs. Start with the release order above, but add the Nanatsu no Taizai OAV (2015) early on and include Seven Deadly Sins: Grudge of Edinburgh (2022) after the main series concludes.
The Future-Proof Order (Anime + Manga)#
If you don’t mind continuing with the source material to stay ahead of the curve:
- Watch the main anime series through Dragon’s Judgement.
- Switch to the manga to catch up on the original ending.
- Dive into the Seven Deadly Sins: Four Knights of the Apocalypse manga for the most current plot developments, or watch its anime adaptation (2023-2024).
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Final Tips for New Viewers#
Be aware that the series transitions from a quest-based adventure into a much larger conflict involving Holy Knights and ancient wars. If you are looking for a satisfying conclusion to the original group’s journey, the main anime line will take you there, but the Four Knights of the Apocalypse series is essential for those who want to see where the world goes next.
Seven Deadly Sins • manga • 2012-10-10 to 2020-03-25 (Weekly Shonen Magazine 2012 #45 - 2020 #17)
└─(adaptation)→ Seven Deadly Sins • anime • 2014-10-05
└─(spinoff)→ Nanatsu no Taizai • anime • 2015-06-17 (OAV 01)
└─(sequel)→ Seven Deadly Sins -Signs of Holy War- • anime • 2016-08-28 to 2016-09-18
└─(sequel)→ Seven Deadly Sins: Revival of The Commandments • anime • 2018-01-06
└─(sequel)→ Seven Deadly Sins the Movie: Prisoners of the Sky • anime • 2018-08-18
└─(sequel)→ Seven Deadly Sins: Imperial Wrath of The Gods • anime • 2019-10-09
└─(sequel)→ Seven Deadly Sins: Dragon's Judgement • anime • 2021-01-06
└─(sequel)→ Seven Deadly Sins: Cursed By Light • anime • 2021-07-02
└─(spinoff)→ Seven Deadly Sins: Grudge of Edinburgh • anime • 2022-12-20
└─(spinoff)→ Mayoe! Nanatsu no Taizai Gakuen! • manga • 2014-08-09 (serialized in Bessatsu Shōnen Magazine)
└─(spinoff)→ Seven Deadly Sins Production • manga • 2015-11-28 to 2017-10-28 (serialized in <i>ARIA</i>)
└─(spinoff)→ Nanatsu no Taizai: King no Mangamichi • manga • 2016-02-20 to 2017-01-20 (serialized in <i>Magazine Special</i>)
└─(sequel)→ Seven Deadly Sins: Four Knights of the Apocalypse • manga • 2021-01-27 (serialized in Weekly Shonen Magazine)
└─(adaptation)→ Seven Deadly Sins: Four Knights of the Apocalypse • anime • 2023-10-08 (Japan, TV broadcast)
└─(sequel)→ Seven Deadly Sins: Four Knights of the Apocalypse • anime • 2024-10-06
