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Fairy Tail Watch Order in the correct order

How to watch Fairy Tail in order

Last updated: July 13 2026

Written by: ChronoChris

Fairy Tail is one of the most beloved guild-based fantasy anime series, following the fire-breathing Natsu Dragneel and his nakama through hundreds of epic battles and heartfelt adventures. Here is the complete watch order including films and the 100 Years Quest sequel.

Set in a world where magic is a way of life, Fairy Tail centers on the rowdy, lovable wizards of the Fairy Tail guild — an unruly family of mages who tackle jobs, protect their friends, and somehow manage to level entire cities in the process. Created by Hiro Mashima, the series is celebrated for its emotional storytelling, spectacular magical battles, and a cast of characters who feel like true family. With over 300 episodes, two theatrical films, and a long-awaited sequel series, Fairy Tail demands a solid watch order to enjoy it properly.

🕐 Release Order

Watch Fairy Tail in release order to follow the story exactly as the original audience experienced it, with films slotted in where they fit the ongoing narrative.

  1. Fairy Tail (2009–2013) — original series, Part 1
  2. Fairy Tail: Priestess of the Phoenix (2012) — theatrical film
  3. Fairy Tail (2014–2016) — Part 2, continuation of the original series
  4. Fairy Tail: Dragon Cry (2017) — theatrical film
  5. Fairy Tail: Final Series (2018–2019) — concludes the original story
  6. Fairy Tail: 100 Years Quest (2024–present) — direct sequel series

The theatrical films take place during specific arcs of the main series. Priestess of the Phoenix fits between episodes 122 and 123, while Dragon Cry is set after the Avatar arc in the Final Series. Watch them at those points for the best experience.

📖 Story Chronology

Fairy Tail's story runs in a mostly linear timeline. The recommended order places each film at its proper point in the story.

  1. Fairy Tail (2009–2013) episodes 1–122
  2. Fairy Tail: Priestess of the Phoenix (2012) — fits after episode 122
  3. Fairy Tail (2009–2013) episodes 123–175
  4. Fairy Tail (2014–2016) — Part 2 continuation
  5. Fairy Tail: Final Series (2018–2019) up to the Avatar arc
  6. Fairy Tail: Dragon Cry (2017) — fits during the Final Series
  7. Fairy Tail: Final Series (2018–2019) — conclusion
  8. Fairy Tail: 100 Years Quest (2024–present) — direct sequel

Which Order Should You Choose?

Start from episode 1 and follow release order — Fairy Tail rewards patient viewers with escalating emotional stakes and increasingly epic battles. The filler episodes can be skipped if you prefer a tighter experience, but many fans enjoy them for the character moments they provide. The 100 Years Quest sequel is ongoing and a must for any fan who loved the original series. Note that the two films are set during the series and work best when watched at the appropriate points rather than saved for the end.

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