The Rising of the Shield Hero Facts, FAQ & Common Questions
2019 · AT-X · Status: Returning Series · Rated: TV-14
Frequently Asked Questions About The Rising of the Shield Hero
Direct, verified answers to the most common queries regarding episodes, renewals, watch order, and streaming availability.
How many seasons and episodes does The Rising of the Shield Hero have?
The Rising of the Shield Hero has 5 seasons and 62 total episodes, spanning from its premiere on January 9, 2019 to September 24, 2025.
Is The Rising of the Shield Hero renewed, ended, or canceled?
The Rising of the Shield Hero is currently an active returning series with future seasons planned or in development.
How long does it take to binge watch The Rising of the Shield Hero?
It takes 24h 49m (1489 minutes) to watch the complete run of The Rising of the Shield Hero. At a standard pace of 2 hours per day, you will finish the entire series in approximately 13 days. Not realistic for a 48-hour weekend. At 24.8 total hours, watching at a healthy 2 hours per day will take approximately 13 days.
What is the highest-rated episode of The Rising of the Shield Hero?
The highest-rated episode is Season 1, Episode 21 ("Naofumi's Triumphant Return"), which holds an outstanding rating of 8.2/10 based on 11 audience ratings.
Where can you stream or watch The Rising of the Shield Hero?
The Rising of the Shield Hero is available for streaming on Netflix, Hulu, Crunchyroll, Crunchyroll Amazon Channel, YouTube TV, Netflix Standard with Ads. Availability may vary by regional territory, subscription tier, and digital purchase availability.
What is the official age rating for The Rising of the Shield Hero?
The Rising of the Shield Hero has an official content rating of TV-14.
Who are the lead actors in The Rising of the Shield Hero?
The primary ensemble cast includes Kaito Ishikawa as Naofumi Iwatani (voice) (age 32), Asami Seto as Raphtalia (voice) (age 33), Rina Hidaka as Filo (voice) (age 32), Maaya Uchida as Melty Q Melromarc (voice) (age 36).
Ensemble Cast & Current Ages
Lead cast members, their character identities, and current ages calculated from official biographical records:
| Actor | Character | Current Age |
|---|---|---|
| Kaito Ishikawa | Naofumi Iwatani (voice) | 32 |
| Asami Seto | Raphtalia (voice) | 33 |
| Rina Hidaka | Filo (voice) | 32 |
| Maaya Uchida | Melty Q Melromarc (voice) | 36 |
| Hiroki Yasumoto | Elhart (voice) | 49 |
| Yoshitsugu Matsuoka | Ren Amaki (voice) | 40 |
| Kikuko Inoue | Mirellia Q Melromarc (voice) | 62 |
| Makoto Takahashi | Motoyasu Kitamura (voice) | – |
Editorial Verification & Sources
All production facts, air dates, cast credentials, and streaming metadata for The Rising of the Shield Hero are compiled from official broadcaster archives, TMDB, and Wikidata records. Last verified on September 25, 2026.