As of July 2026, How a Realist Hero Rebuilt the Kingdom Season 1 aired in 2021 with 26 episodes — streaming now on Crunchyroll. Full episode guide and where to watch below.
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How a Realist Hero Rebuilt the Kingdom Season 1

2021 26 Episodes Animation · Action & Adventure ⭐ 8/10

Right now you can watch How a Realist Hero Rebuilt the Kingdom Season 1 on and — and it is funnier than its reputation suggests. Across 1 season, the show has had time to find its rhythm and keep it. 181 viewers have already rated it on TMDB — the kind of consensus that does not happen by accident. Yusuke Kobayashi sets the tone, and the rest of the cast matches it scene for scene. Start it whenever you need something guaranteed to land.

How a Realist Hero Rebuilt the Kingdom Season 1 arrived without much fanfare and built its audience the hard way — through word of mouth. How a Realist Hero Rebuilt the Kingdom Season 1 gets the fundamentals right first, then finds room to get weird with it. Season 1 of How a Realist Hero Rebuilt the Kingdom includes 26 episodes. It aired from July 2021 to April 2022. This season stars Yusuke Kobayashi, Inori Minase and Ikumi Hasegawa. Yusuke Kobayashi and Inori Minase lead a cast that brings real weight to the material. It was aired in 2021. The real test of any comedy is whether it is still funny once you know all the jokes, and How a Realist Hero Rebuilt the Kingdom Season 1 holds up on rewatch in a way that separates it from one-off curiosities. The hit rate here is high enough that skipping ahead never feels like an option.

Comedy fans looking for a reliably funny watch will find it in How a Realist Hero Rebuilt the Kingdom Season 1. It rewards viewers regardless of what else is in their watch history. Short enough to finish in a weekend, substantial enough to feel satisfying. Yusuke Kobayashi sets the tone, but the supporting cast is where a lot of the best moments come from. A reliable pick for any night you want quality comedy without the homework.

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🎬 How a Realist Hero Rebuilt the Kingdom Season 1 — Episode Guide

E1
First Begin with a Hero
2021-07-04
University student Souma is suddenly summoned as a hero to the kingdom of Elfrieden, which is facing a number of crises, both foreign and domestic. Souma confers with the king and prime minister, after which the king makes a stunning announcement.
E2
If You Possess an Aptitude, We'll Make Use of It
2021-07-11
Souma is checked for any magical powers, and puts his results to use with the administrative paperwork. Hoping to recruit more competent personnel for his staff, Souma sends out a nationwide broadcast offering prizes to the most talented in the land.
E3
Let Not Me Be a Loyal Minister
2021-07-18
The results of the talent search are in, and the kingdom holds a recognition and award ceremony for the winners. Five uniquely talented individuals come before Souma to demonstrate their skills, and find a place for themselves within his royal court.
E4
The Forefinger Twitches
2021-07-25
After Souma realizes the true gravity of Tomoe's ability, he ensures that it remains a secret, and that she is kept safe. Juna and Poncho host a program that shows how to prepare readily-available but unconventional ingredients during the food shortage.
E5
Well Fed, Well Regarded
2021-08-01
Juna and Poncho close out their cooking show with their take on udon noodles. Marx steps down as prime minister, and as Hakuya fills the vacancy, he insists that Souma get some rest. Souma, Liscia, and Aisha take a tour of the castle town incognito.
E6
The Wise Man Never Forsaketh an Advantage
2021-08-08
While at Lorelei, Souma overhears two soldiers arguing about whether to side with or against the new king. Hakuya reviews the political situation concerning the neighboring lands with the king. Souma and Liscia discuss the nature of their engagement.
E7
Thus Saith the Elder
2021-08-15
Souma dispatches his magically-controlled mascot warrior to join an adventurer party. After securing funding with his team of accountants, Souma sets out to build a new port city and network of roads, but runs into opposition from the local residents.
E8
The Forest in Labour
2021-08-22
Kaede leads an engineering corps, including Halbert, in constructing a road. As the work detail receives a royal inspection from Souma and Liscia, an urgent message from Aisha's father arrives, informing them of a natural disaster in their homeland.
E9
Contrary to Wishes
2021-08-29
The Three Dukes meet to discuss what to do about King Souma. In Amidonia, Gaius receives word from Georg accepting his aid, and prepares to invade Elfrieden over the objections of his finance minister. Souma delivers his ultimatum to the Three Dukes.
E10
No Place of Joy Hath a Soldier
2021-09-05
Gaius leads an invasion force from Amidonia into the kingdom and lays siege to the city of Altomura. Meanwhile, in Randel, the Forbidden Army constructs a fort from which they engage Georg's forces, while Red Dragon City receives its own surprise attack.
E11
Sacrifice the Plum Tree to Preserve the Peach Tree
2021-09-12
Souma and his entourage confront Vargas in his castle before hurrying off to Randel to regroup with the Forbidden Army. A stunning truth about Georg is revealed by Glaive, leading to a dramatic turn of events with Gaius and his forces at Altomura.
E12
When You Surround an Army, Leave an Outlet Free
2021-09-19
Under Gaius's command, the Amidonian army launches a full-scale attack to retake Van, but Souma and his forces move to stop them. In the aftermath of the war, there are serious consequences to be faced and plans for reconciliation to be put into action.
E13
To Fight and Conquer in All Our Battles Is Not Supreme Excellence
2021-09-26
Jeanne Euphoria of the Gran Chaos Empire is sent to Van to deal with the occupation. Roroa observes the newfound freedom of the citizens of Van. Poncho locates a source of food for the impoverished citizens. Souma, Juna and Tomoe enjoy a day off together.
E14
Amidonia in a Lion's Skin
2022-01-09
Julius, the son of Gaius, attempts to reclaim his former territory of Van from Souma, backed by the authority of the Gran Chaos Empire. The power to negotiate is given to Jeanne Euphoria, younger sister of Empress Maria Euphoria.
E15
Becoming Good Friends Who Never Offend
2022-01-16
Jeanne's negotiations continue. These negotiations are no longer in the hands of Julius, but wholly a matter for the Gran Chaos Empire and the Kingdom of Elfrieden. Further, Jeanne sees a new future and a new world in Souma.
E16
Tyranny Is More Terrible than Tigers
2022-01-23
Van is returned to Julius as a result of the mediation of the Grand Chaos Empire, in exchange for a great deal of reparation costs. Souma returns to the Kingdom of Elfrieden, where many other problems yet remain.
E17
A Warrior Will Die for One Who Understands Him
2022-01-30
Souma is victorious in both the Elfrieden civil war and the battle against Amidonia. However, his victory was won as a result of the devotion of a man named Georg. Still, the law is the law, and Souma must pass down a harsh judgment against Georg.
E18
Seeing Snake Shadows in Every Cup
2022-02-06
Weathering a number of problems, Souma more or less finishes dealing with the aftermath of the war. However, he was set upon by an inexplicable anxiety, the distress and pressure only felt by those in authority. It was not something he could bear alone.
E19
Strike While the Iron Is Hot
2022-02-13
Royal Guard Captain Ludwin's childhood friend, Genia, was a rare breed of mad scientist. Her inventions leave even Souma, who comes from a world of science and technology, in astonishment... In addition to being utterly dumbfounded.
E20
Aping the Frown of Beauty
2022-02-20
With Van, the capital of Amidonia, returned to Julius, so too returns the oppressive rule of the government. The people's dissatisfaction increases day by day, until finally they end up revolting. Julius's sister, Roroa, then comes before Souma.

🎭 Cast of How a Realist Hero Rebuilt the Kingdom Season 1

Yusuke Kobayashi
Yusuke Kobayashi
Kazuya Souma (voice)
Inori Minase
Inori Minase
Liscia Elfrieden (voice)
Ikumi Hasegawa
Ikumi Hasegawa
Aisha Udgard (voice)
Reina Ueda
Reina Ueda
Juna Doma (voice)
Kazuyuki Okitsu
Kazuyuki Okitsu
Hakuya Kwonmin (voice)
Moe Kahara
Moe Kahara
Tomoe Inui (voice)
Masaaki Mizunaka
Masaaki Mizunaka
Poncho Panacotta (voice)

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