Below is a long-form guide for the overall Bleach watch order, covering the original series, movies, and the continuation.
The modern continuation adapting the manga's final war arc. This should be watched only after completing the original 366 episodes (minus fillers). Watch Bleach - 005
Bleach episode 5, "," is part of the initial Substitute Soul Reaper arc and focuses on Ichigo and Rukia dealing with the Hollow known as Shrieker. Below is a long-form guide for the overall
These arcs do not affect the main plot. Many fans recommend skipping them on a first watch and returning to them later if you want more content. Bleach episode 5, "," is part of the
Includes Episode 5. This arc introduces Ichigo's powers and the basic rules of the Soul Society.
The OVA Memories in the Rain is an alternate retelling of episodes 8-9 and can be watched first or after episode 9. Soul Society Arcs (Episodes 21-63)