Suggested viewing order
Detective Conan watch order
A compact viewing order for Detective Conan and its connected anime entries. Use this as a franchise map, not a replacement for official release information.
Recommended order
Start here
Follow the main path first, then add side stories, OVAs, specials, and recap movies after the closest related season.
Release order
Original release path
Use this if you prefer to watch the franchise as audiences encountered it over time.
Jan 8, 1996 · Detective ConanApr 19, 1997 · Case Closed: The Time Bombed SkyscraperApr 18, 1998 · Case Closed: The Fourteenth TargetApr 17, 1999 · Case Closed: The Last Wizard of the CenturyApr 22, 2000 · Case Closed: Captured In Her EyesApr 21, 2001 · Case Closed: Countdown to HeavenApr 20, 2002 · Case Closed: The Phantom of Baker StreetApr 19, 2003 · Case Closed: Crossroad in the Ancient CapitalApr 17, 2004 · Case Closed: Magician of the Silver SkyApr 9, 2005 · Case Closed: Strategy Above the DepthsApr 15, 2006 · Case Closed: Requiem of the DetectivesApr 21, 2007 · Case Closed: Jolly Roger in the Deep Azure
Skip and OVA notes
Optional material
Recap movies and alternative versions are usually optional if you already watched the corresponding TV season. OVAs, specials, side stories, and spin-offs are best treated as bonus material unless they are labeled prequel or sequel.
Side Story · Case Closed: The Time Bombed SkyscraperSide Story · Case Closed: The Fourteenth TargetSide Story · Case Closed: The Last Wizard of the CenturySide Story · Case Closed: Captured In Her EyesSide Story · Case Closed: Countdown to HeavenSide Story · Case Closed: The Phantom of Baker StreetSide Story · Case Closed: Crossroad in the Ancient CapitalSide Story · Case Closed: Magician of the Silver SkySide Story · Case Closed: Strategy Above the DepthsSide Story · Case Closed: Requiem of the Detectives
Legal watching note
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Watch order FAQ
Detective Conan watch order questions
What is the best order?
Use the recommended order for story flow, then check release order if you want the original broadcast context.
Can I skip recap movies?
Usually yes. Entries labeled alternative or summary are often best saved as refreshers.
Are OVAs and specials required?
Most are optional side material unless the guide labels them as direct prequel or sequel content.
Does Airing Atlas stream anime?
No. Airing Atlas is a franchise map, release schedule, and discovery tool; it does not host episodes.