Chief of War 2025
“Divided islands. War on the horizon.”
What is Chief of War?
Chief of War is an American historical drama series that premiered on Apple TV+ on August 1, 2025. The show was created by Thomas Paʻa Sibbett and actor‑producer Jason Momoa, who also serves as an executive producer and stars as the titular warrior.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 2025
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 9
- First aired
- Jul 31, 2025
- Last aired
- Sep 18, 2025
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- US
- Networks
- Apple TV
- Genres
- Drama
- Updated
Where to watch
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How long to binge?
Estimate the schedule using 9 episodes and an average 45-minute runtime.
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Overview
Chief of War is an American historical drama series that premiered on Apple TV+ on August 1, 2025. The show was created by Thomas Paʻa Sibbett and actor‑producer Jason Momoa, who also serves as an executive producer and stars as the titular warrior. Presented as a TV‑Mini Series with a TV‑MA rating, the series depicts a period when the Hawaiian archipelago is split into four kingdoms locked in conflict. Central to the narrative is the ferocious warrior Kaʻ
Should you watch it?
“A fierce warrior fights to unify Hawaii's divided kingdoms against an approaching existential threat.”
- high-stakes conflict
- cultural exploration
- intense battle sequences
Watch it if you enjoy sweeping historical epics centered on unification and tribal warfare.
The series contains depictions of war and intense combat scenarios.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 9 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide →- E1 The Chief of War Jul 31, 2025
- E2 Changing Tides Jul 31, 2025
- E3 City of Flowers Aug 7, 2025
- E4 City of Flowers (2) Aug 14, 2025
- E5 The Race of the Gods Aug 21, 2025
- E6 The Splintered Paddle Aug 28, 2025
- E7 Day of Spilled Brains Sep 4, 2025
- E8 The Sacred Niu Grove Sep 11, 2025
- E9 The Black Desert Sep 18, 2025
Frequently asked questions
What is the series about?
It follows a warrior named Kaʻiana who attempts to unite Hawaii's four warring kingdoms.
When is the release year?
The series is scheduled for 2025.
What is the main character's goal?
Kaʻiana seeks to bring unity to his people during a period of division.
What kind of threat do the kingdoms face?
They face an existential threat arriving at their shores.
Is this a historical series?
The story is set against the backdrop of Hawaii's four kingdoms during a time of war.