Bleach ran for 366 episodes from 2004 to 2012, and a big chunk of it is filler. Then it came back in 2022 with Thousand-Year Blood War. Here’s how to watch Bleach efficiently.
Quick Info
- Original series: 366 episodes (2004–2012)
- Filler: ≈ 163 episodes
- Sequel: Thousand-Year Blood War (2022–)
- Studio: Pierrot
Bleach — Official Trailer
Bleach Filler Episodes
Filler 33, 50, 64–108, 128–137, 147–149, 168–189, 204–205, 213–214, 227–266, 287, 298–299, 303–305, 311–341, 355
Filler Arcs Explained
| Episodes | Arc | Worth it? |
|---|---|---|
| 64–108 | Bount Arc | Skip |
| 128–137 | New Captain Shusuke Amagai Arc | Optional |
| 168–189 | Zanpakuto Unknown Tales | Popular with fans |
| 227–266 | Zanpakuto Rebellion / Turn Back the Pendulum mix | Watch canon parts |
| 317–341 | Gotei 13 Invasion Army | Skip |
Important: Episodes 206–212 (“Turn Back the Pendulum”) are canon — they show the captains’ past. Don’t skip them.
Thousand-Year Blood War Order
- Part 1 (2022) — 13 episodes
- Part 2: The Separation (2023) — 13 episodes
- Part 3: The Conflict (2024) — 14 episodes
- Part 4: The Calamity — the final part
TYBW starts right after episode 366 and has no filler. The animation quality is a huge upgrade.
FAQ
Can I skip straight to TYBW?
No — you need the main canon story first, but skipping filler makes that much faster.
Where to watch?
Bleach and TYBW stream on Disney+ / Hulu in many regions. Availability varies by country.
