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Song of the Samurai

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About Song of the Samurai

Song of the Samurai is a action & adventure and drama TV series that premiered on May 9, 2026. It has 1 season and 8 episodes so far and has ended. The latest episode, Season 1 Episode 8 "Demons End, Rising Thunder", aired on June 27, 2026.

Follows the Shinsengumi samurai corps during late-Edo period Kyoto, centered on former street fighter Hijikata Toshizo and his brotherhood with Kondo Isami and Okita Soji as loyalty, betrayal, and war test them.

  • Action & Adventure
  • Drama
  • War & Politics

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Episodes

8 episodes · 1 season

Eight episodes

2026 · 8 episodes · Last episode: 4 months ago

Song of the Samurai Eight episodes release dates →
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    8. Demons End, Rising Thunder

    Okita defeats Serizawa in a final showdown. As the age of swords ends, a new power, Shinsaku Takasugi, emerges before Hijikata and his brothers.

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    7. Path of Sacrifice

    The unit charges headlong into the fray. As comrades fall in an attempt to clear the path, a wounded Hijikata entrusts their future to the prodigy, Okita.

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    6. Light and Shadow

    As Serizawa's violence spirals, Hijikata confronts the man he calls his shadow. They agree to settle everything in one last, deadly clash.

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    5. The Death Pillar

    Outnumbered 150 to 10, Yamanami devises a desperate plan. Harada makes a suicidal last stand, buying time for his brothers-in-arms to strike back.

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    4. The Broken Code

    The murder of a young member pushes Nagakura toward execution. As Kondo sacrifices his pride to save his comrade, a shocking betrayal comes to light.

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    3. Blood Between Brothers

    Hijikata reunites with Izo, now a deadly assassin. After their tragic duel, he forges a ruthless code to protect his remaining brothers.

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    2. Farewell Youth, Meet the Demon

    In Kyoto, Hijikata confronts the ruthless Serizawa. Betrayal, loss, and the return of a friend-turned-assassin force him into a brutal new reality.

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    1. S1.E1 ∙ The Soul of Baragaki, Burning with Friends

    A former samurai in Meiji Japan recounts a legendary rise. In the heart of Edo, young Hijikata finds the brotherhood and destiny that will define him.

Cast & crew

Created by Shinya Umemura

Song of the Samurai FAQ

Will there be new episodes of Song of the Samurai?

Song of the Samurai has ended, so no new episodes are scheduled. The final episode aired on June 27, 2026.

When did the latest episode of Song of the Samurai come out?

The most recent episode of Song of the Samurai, Season 1 Episode 8 "Demons End, Rising Thunder", aired on June 27, 2026.

How many seasons of Song of the Samurai are there?

Song of the Samurai has 1 season with 8 episodes in total.

When did Song of the Samurai first air?

Song of the Samurai first aired on May 9, 2026.

How do I get notified when new episodes of Song of the Samurai are released?

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