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Classroom of the Elite Watch Order in the correct order

How to watch the Classroom of the Elite anime series in order

Last updated: September 29 2026

Written by: ChronoBob

Classroom of the Elite follows the coolly calculating Kiyotaka Ayanokoji through the ruthless meritocracy of Tokyo Metropolitan Advanced Nurturing High School. With three seasons of mind games, this guide keeps the order clear.

Classroom of the Elite is a psychological drama that trades in strategy, manipulation, and social hierarchy. Adapted from Syougo Kinugasa's light novels, it follows Ayanokoji as he navigates a school where every point and privilege must be earned. The anime spans three seasons that build on one another, so watching in order is essential.

πŸ• Release Order

Release order mirrors the school year and keeps the escalating mind games easy to follow.

  1. Classroom of the Elite Season 1 (2017)
  2. Classroom of the Elite Season 2 (2022)
  3. Classroom of the Elite Season 3 (2024)

There are no side movies or spin-offs to worry about, which makes this one of the most straightforward franchises to catch up on.

πŸ“– Story Chronology

The chronological order matches the release order, following Ayanokoji through consecutive school terms.

  1. Classroom of the Elite Season 1 (2017)
  2. Classroom of the Elite Season 2 (2022)
  3. Classroom of the Elite Season 3 (2024)

Which Order Should You Choose?

Watch the three seasons in order, beginning with Season 1 to understand the school's brutal point system and Ayanokoji's hidden brilliance. Each season introduces new special exams and rival classes, so skipping ahead would spoil the payoffs. Since release and chronological order are identical, there is only one right way to watch.

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