Ranking of Kings 2021
What is Ranking of Kings?
The television series Ranking of Kings is an anime adaptation that premiered in 2021. It is based on a story that takes place in a world where kings are ranked.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 2021
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 23
- Runtime
- 23 minutes
- First aired
- Oct 15, 2021
- Last aired
- Mar 25, 2022
- Original language
- JA
- Origin
- JP
- Networks
- Fuji TV, Iwate Menkoi Television, SAGA TV, Sakuranbo TV
- Genres
- Animation, Action & Adventure, Sci-Fi & Fantasy
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Overview
The television series Ranking of Kings is an anime adaptation that premiered in 2021. It is based on a story that takes place in a world where kings are ranked. The series follows the journey of a kindly little hearing-impaired prince who sets off to become a powerful king despite all odds. The people of the kingdom look down on the young prince, calling him "The Useless Prince" while jeering at his supposed foolishness. The series was produced by Wit Studio and aired on Fuji TV's Noitamina programming block. An anime film adaptation has been announced, in addition to a spin-off series titled Ranking of Kings: The Treasure Chest of Courage, which aired from April to June 2023. The series has been documented on various online platforms, including IMDb and The Movie Database.
Should you watch it?
“A hearing-impaired prince embarks on a courageous journey to prove his worth as a future king.”
- unique protagonist
- compelling character growth
- protagonist faces frequent social ridicule
Watch it if you enjoy stories about underdogs overcoming prejudice to achieve their dreams.
The series depicts social exclusion and the emotional challenges faced by the young prince.
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Season 1 · 23 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide & lore primer →- E1 The Prince's New Clothes Mytharc Oct 15, 2021
- E2 The Prince and Kage Core Oct 22, 2021
- E3 The New King Core Oct 29, 2021
- E4 His First Journey Core Nov 5, 2021
- E5 Intertwining Plots Core Nov 12, 2021
- E6 The King of the Underworld Core Nov 19, 2021
- E7 The Prince's Apprenticeship Core Nov 26, 2021
- E8 The Sacrifice of Dreams Core Dec 3, 2021
- E9 The Queen and the Shield Core Dec 10, 2021
- E10 The Prince's Sword Core Dec 17, 2021
- E11 Older and Younger Brothers Core Dec 24, 2021
- E12 The Footsteps of War Core Jan 7, 2022
- E13 The Kingdom in Turmoil Core Jan 14, 2022
- E14 The Return of the Prince Core Jan 21, 2022
- E15 The Order of the Underworld Core Jan 28, 2022
- E16 Royal Majesty Core Feb 4, 2022
- E17 The Curse of Immortality Core Feb 11, 2022
- E18 Battle With the Gods Core Feb 18, 2022
- E19 The Last Bastion Core Feb 25, 2022
- E20 Immortal vs. Invincible Core Mar 4, 2022
- E21 The Swordsmanship of a King Mytharc Mar 11, 2022
- E22 A Promise to the Demon Mytharc Mar 18, 2022
- E23 The King and the Sun Mytharc Mar 25, 2022
Frequently asked questions
What is the premise of Ranking of Kings?
The series follows a young, hearing-impaired prince who strives to become a powerful king in a world where rulers are ranked.
Who created the series?
The series was created by Sosuke Toka.
When did the series air?
The original anime television series aired from October 2021 to March 2022.
Is there additional content related to the series?
Yes, a spin-off series titled Ranking of Kings: The Treasure Chest of Courage aired in 2023, and an anime film has been announced.
What is the protagonist's name?
The protagonist is Prince Bojji.