Last updated: September 12, 2026 · We re-check streaming availability monthly
In North America, the UK, and most of Europe, Solo Leveling streams on Crunchyroll and nowhere else. Both seasons are available subtitled and English dubbed — 25 episodes in total.
It is on Netflix in Japan, South Korea, and several Asian markets. Those are separate regional licences that were never extended to the West. And the Netflix project people keep hearing about is a live-action K-drama, not the anime.
| What you want | Where to go |
|---|---|
| Watch the anime (US, UK, EU) | Crunchyroll |
| Watch the anime (Japan, Korea) | Netflix or Crunchyroll |
| Own it permanently | Amazon Video, Apple TV, or Blu-ray |
| Read the manhwa | Tappytoon or Webtoon (licensed) |
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Where Solo Leveling Streams, by Region
Anime licensing is granted market by market, which is why the same show appears on different platforms depending on where you are. Here is the current picture.
| Region | Platform | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| United States & Canada | Crunchyroll | Exclusive; also via Crunchyroll Amazon Channel |
| United Kingdom & Europe | Crunchyroll | Same simulcast licence |
| Japan | Netflix, Crunchyroll | Separate domestic agreements |
| South Korea | Netflix, regional services | Home market of the original manhwa |
| Southeast Asia | Ani-One, Bilibili, iQIYI, CatchPlay | Varies by country |
Is Solo Leveling on Netflix?
This is the most-asked question about the series, and the answer has two parts that often get mixed together.
The anime: yes in Japan, South Korea, and several Asian markets. No in North America, the UK, or Europe. Crunchyroll holds the exclusive simulcast licence for those territories through its deal with the Japanese production committee, which is why new episodes land there the same day they air in Japan.
The Netflix project: Netflix has a Solo Leveling production in development, but it is a live-action Korean drama — a completely separate adaptation from the A-1 Pictures anime. It is not a new season, not a re-release, and not a licensing change.
Our read
Most “Solo Leveling is coming to Netflix” headlines are about the live-action drama, not the anime. If a headline does not say which production it means, assume it is the K-drama. Crunchyroll’s North American anime licence shows no sign of moving.
What Crunchyroll Costs Now
Two changes matter if you have not subscribed recently. Crunchyroll ended its free ad-supported tier at the end of 2025, and raised prices across all tiers in February 2026. There is no longer a legal way to stream the series free with ads.
New accounts still get a trial period, which is enough time to watch all 25 episodes if you are only here for Solo Leveling. Check the current trial length and pricing on Crunchyroll directly — both change often enough that any number we print here would go stale.
The Correct Watch Order
Solo Leveling has fewer moving parts than most franchises, but the recap film confuses people. Here is the full sequence.
- Season 1 — 12 episodes. Covers Jinwoo’s awakening through his early growth as the Player.
- Solo Leveling: ReAwakening — a compilation film of Season 1 with a preview of Season 2. Optional. Skip it if you watched Season 1 normally; it adds no new story.
- Season 2: Arise from the Shadow — 13 episodes, ending with the Jeju Island arc.
- Solo Leveling: Beyond the System — theatrical film, expected 2027. Continues directly from Season 2.
- Season 3 — confirmed for 2027-2028, no date announced.
Dub or Sub?
Both are available on Crunchyroll for every episode of both seasons, so this comes down to preference rather than availability.
The English dub is well regarded, with Aleks Le as Sung Jinwoo — he has become closely associated with the role and presented the Beyond the System reveal at Anime Expo 2026. The Japanese track features Taito Ban in the same role.
One practical note: dubs for new episodes typically arrive a few weeks after the subtitled simulcast. If you are watching a season as it airs, the sub is what you will have access to first.
How to Own It Permanently
Streaming licences expire. If you want a copy that does not depend on a subscription:
- Digital purchase — Amazon Video, Apple TV, and Fandango At Home sell both seasons
- Blu-ray — released through Crunchyroll’s home video line
Where to Read the Manhwa
If the anime has not caught up to where you want to be, the manhwa is complete at 179 chapters. Read it on a licensed platform — Tappytoon and Webtoon both carry the official English release.
On aggregator sites
We do not link to unofficial streaming or scanlation sites. Beyond the legal question, those sites routinely serve outdated translations and malware-heavy ads. The licensed platforms fund the people who make the series.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Solo Leveling?
On Crunchyroll in North America, the UK, and Europe — both seasons, subtitled and English dubbed. In Japan, South Korea, and several Asian markets it is also on Netflix under separate regional licences.
Is Solo Leveling on Netflix?
The anime is on Netflix in Japan, South Korea, and some Asian markets, but not in North America, the UK, or Europe. The Netflix Solo Leveling project generating headlines is a live-action Korean drama, not the anime.
Can I watch Solo Leveling for free?
Not legally. Crunchyroll ended its free ad-supported tier at the end of 2025. New accounts still get a trial period, which is enough time to watch all 25 episodes.
How many episodes of Solo Leveling are there?
25 in total — 12 in Season 1 and 13 in Season 2.
Is Solo Leveling dubbed in English?
Yes. Every episode of both seasons has an English dub on Crunchyroll, with Aleks Le as Sung Jinwoo. Dubs for newly airing episodes typically arrive a few weeks after the subtitled simulcast.
What is the correct Solo Leveling watch order?
Season 1, then Season 2: Arise from the Shadow. The ReAwakening film is an optional Season 1 recap and adds no new story. Beyond the System comes next in 2027, followed by Season 3.
Do I need to watch ReAwakening?
No. It is a compilation of Season 1 with a Season 2 preview attached. If you watched Season 1 normally, you can skip it.
Sources
- Crunchyroll — official Solo Leveling series page and regional listings
- Netflix regional catalogues (Japan, South Korea)
- MyAnimeList — episode counts and broadcast data
- Crunchyroll pricing and tier announcements, 2025–2026
Sources verified against official A-1 Pictures / Aniplex announcements and MyAnimeList. See our editorial standards.
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