Is 'Baki' Available on Netflix? What is The Right Watch Order to Enjoy The Anime The Best?

Published 11/20/2025, 2:44 AM EST

Netflix has transformed the landscape of anime distribution, becoming a premier global hub for a wide array of animated content, from heartfelt dramas to hyper-violent action sagas. Among its most explosive offerings are the series centered on no-holds-barred martial arts, Baki, where superhuman combatants push the boundaries of human physiology in their endless pursuit of power. This leads many new and dedicated fans seeking the ultimate underground fighting championship to pose one immediate and essential question: Can viewers stream Baki on Netflix?

Do the streaming platform feature an extensive catalogue of the franchise?

What is the current streaming home for Baki?

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Yes, multiple major series within the Baki franchise are currently available to stream on Netflix, making it the primary viewing destination for fans worldwide. The available content includes the key seasons, such as the 2018 adaptation simply titled Baki and its highly anticipated sequel, Baki Hanma. This wealth of episodes allows audiences to immediately immerse themselves in the series’ unique world of ferocious, muscle-bound martial artists and their endless battles.

The platform further solidifies its position as the home for the franchise by offering the newest and most exciting related content. The popular series Baki (2018) follows Baki Hanma as he faces an unprecedented challenge from five of the world's most dangerous death-row convicts who willingly break out of prison to taste defeat at his hands. Additionally, fans can find the explosive crossover special, Baki Hanma VS Kengan Ashura, which pits the toughest characters from both major martial arts anime against each other in an unprecedented, hard-hitting tournament.

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While many episodes are available, it helps to understand how the Baki content on Netflix connects and where it fits within the entire martial arts storyline.

Understanding viewing order of Baki franchise

For viewers seeking to follow the complete, chronological story of the Baki martial arts franchise, a specific viewing order is recommended, spanning multiple series and specials. The narrative begins with the original Baki The Grappler series, starting with The Ultimate Fighter and progressing through its two seasons, covering the Kid Saga, Underground Arena Saga, and the Maximum Tournament Saga.

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Following this, the plot continues with the Baki (2018) seasons, starting with the Most Evil Death Row Convicts Saga and leading into the Great Chinese Challenge Saga. The saga then advances to Baki Hanma: Son of Ogre, which details Baki’s most intense challenges in its two seasons, culminating in the critical The Father VS Son Saga, followed by the crossover event Baki Hanma VS Kengan Ashura. At last, the upcoming Baki-Dou. Fortunately, the more recent Netflix shows provide enough recap and narrative focus to ensure viewers remain captivated by Baki’s journey.

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Are you ready to start your journey into the world of underground fighting with Baki? Let us know in the comments below.

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Soma Mitra

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Soma is a journalist at Netflix Junkie. With a postgraduate degree in Mass Communication, she brings production experience from documentary films like Chandua: Stories on Fabric. Covering the true crime and docu-drama beat, she turns psychological thrillers into sharp, audience-aware storytelling.

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