The Complete Fate Watch Order (2026 Guide)
Navigate the complex Fate anime universe with our comprehensive 2026 watch order guide, covering all canonical series, movies, and specials for a complete experience.
The Fate franchise is renowned for its intricate lore, compelling characters, and high-stakes Holy Grail Wars, but its sprawling nature can make it daunting for newcomers. Understanding the correct watch order is crucial to fully grasp the interconnected narratives, character developments, and the nuanced world-building that makes Fate so beloved.
While the Fate series offers a rich, interconnected narrative, new viewers are highly recommended to begin with 'Fate/stay night [Unlimited Blade Works]' to establish a strong foundation before delving into the rest of this expansive universe.
The Complete Watch Order
- 1
Recommended starting point for a modern entry into the main Fate/stay night story.
- 2Fate/stay night Movie: Heaven's Feel I. presage flowerMovie2017
- 3Fate/stay night Movie: Heaven's Feel II. lost butterflyMovie2019
- 4
- 5
A prequel to Fate/stay night, best watched after experiencing at least one of the main routes (like UBW or Heaven's Feel) to avoid spoilers.
- 6
- 7Fate/stay nightTV2006
Covers the 'Fate' route. While canonical, it's often considered optional or watched later due to its older animation and potential spoilers for other routes.
- 8Lord El-Melloi II's Case Files {Rail Zeppelin} Grace NoteTV2019
A sequel to Fate/Zero, focusing on a supporting character, best watched after Fate/Zero.
- 9Lord El-Melloi II's Case Files {Rail Zeppelin} Grace Note - Tokubetsu-henSpecial2021
- 10Today's Menu for the Emiya FamilyONA2018
A lighthearted slice-of-life spin-off, best enjoyed after familiarizing yourself with the main Fate/stay night characters.
- 11Fate/kaleid liner Prisma IllyaTV2013
A magical girl alternate universe spin-off, largely self-contained within its own series.
- 12Fate/kaleid liner Prisma Illya 2wei!TV2014
- 13Fate/kaleid liner Prisma Illya 2wei Herz!TV2015
- 14Fate/kaleid liner Prisma Illya 3rei!!TV2016
- 15Fate/kaleid liner Prisma Illya Movie: Sekka no ChikaiMovie2017
- 16
- 17Fate/ApocryphaTV2017
Set in a parallel world, this series is largely standalone and can be watched at any point after the core Fuyuki Holy Grail War lore is understood.
- 18Fate/Extra Last EncoreTV2018
An alternate universe story based on the Fate/Extra game, largely independent of other Fate anime.
- 19Fate/Extra Last Encore: Illustrias TendousetsuSpecial2018
- 20Fate/Grand Order: First OrderSpecial2016
The starting point for the Fate/Grand Order storyline, which follows its own continuity.
- 21
A special serving as a prologue to the second part of the Fate/Grand Order game's story.
- 22Fate/Grand Order: Zettai Majuu Sensen BabyloniaTV2019
Adapts the 7th Singularity of the Fate/Grand Order game's story.
- 23Fate/Grand Order: Shinsei Entaku Ryouiki Camelot 1 - Wandering; AgateramMovie2020
Adapts the first part of the 6th Singularity of the Fate/Grand Order game's story.
- 24Fate/Grand Order: Shinsei Entaku Ryouiki Camelot 2 - Paladin; AgateramMovie2021
Adapts the second part of the 6th Singularity of the Fate/Grand Order game's story.
- 25Fate/Grand Order: Shuukyoku Tokuiten - Kani Jikan Shinden SolomonMovie2021
Adapts the final Singularity of the first part of the Fate/Grand Order game's story.
- 26Fate/Grand Order: Tokuiten F - Oosensouju Okunousu EnshuuMovie2025
Future entry adapting the Fuyuki Singularity from the Fate/Grand Order game.
- 27Fate/strange Fake -Whispers of Dawn-Special2023
A special serving as a prologue to a new, parallel Holy Grail War story.