Purple River watch order
Updated October 2026 · 3 seasons · in release order
Short answer
Watch Purple River in release order: Purple River → Purple River 2nd Season.
2
in the main story: 2 seasons
94
episodes
~31 h
to watch the main story
Optional: 1 season (recaps, side stories and specials), marked below. Purple River 2nd Season is airing now.
Release order
- 1
Purple RiverMain storyONA · Fall 2021 · 42 ep · ~14 hours · score 3.2/5
- 2
Zi Chuan: Yincang Hudong JuSide story · optional, after Purple RiverONA · Fall 2021 · 9 ep · ~3 hours · score 3.5/5
- 3
ONA · 2025 · 52 ep · ~17 hours · score 4.0/5
Watch onTencent Video
How long is Purple River?
| Part | Seasons and movies | Episodes | Watch time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Main story | 2 seasons | 94 | about 31 hours |
| Everything released | 3 seasons | 103 | about 34 hours |
Watch time uses each season's and movie's episode length, or a typical length where we don't have one.
Where to watch Purple River
Purple River is officially on Tencent Video (1 of 3), counting its 3 seasons, movies and specials.
Services and regions change; the release order above links each season to its official pages. Where to watch Purple River has the full list, free options included.
Is Purple River finished?
No. Purple River 2nd Season is airing right now.
Do I need to watch the Purple River movies and OVAs?
Optional: Zi Chuan: Yincang Hudong Ju.
How many episodes does Purple River have?
The main story is 94 episodes over 2 seasons, about 31 hours of viewing. With every optional extra it is 103 episodes (about 34 hours).
Where can I watch Purple River?
Officially on Tencent Video. Availability depends on your region; each season and movie below lists its own services.
Order and labels come from the relations in the AnimeHunt catalog (sequel, side story, summary, alternative version). Spot a mistake? Tell us.