The essential episodes of Hataraku Maou-sama!
Watch these 15 in order and you've got Hataraku Maou-sama! — each pick states its reason.
- 01
When the lord of demons and his horde waged war against the humans in their realm, a hero vanquished their army. Cornered, the Devil fled through an interdimensional portal to Earth. He vows to one day reign again, but until then... he needs a job!
- 02
The Hero Stays at the Devil's Castle for Work Reasons
Emilia the hero finally tracks down the ruler of demons on Earth. Meanwhile, Sadao receives a mysterious text from Chiho warning that more earthquakes are on the way.
- 03
The Hero Experiences Human Warmth
In the aftermath of the cave-in, Emi sees a side of Maou that doesn't jive with the demonic king. Meanwhile, everyone sees a side of the landlady that nobody could have expected.
- 04
The Devil and the Hero Save Sasazuka
Lucifer is wrecking the neighborhood in a big way and he's brought along some unexpected friends! Meanwhile, Emi, Maou, and Ashiya do the impossible and try to work together!
- 05
The Devil Climbs the Stairway to School
Back on Ente Isla, the other high priests find out about Olba's betrayal. Meanwhile, Lucifer's moved into the Devil's Castle.
- 06
The Devil's Budget Is Saved by Neighborliness
Maou and company find that a young lady named Suzuno has moved in next door. She is quick to make friends but Emi wonders what her motives are.
- 07
Big problems arise when when a new fast-food restaurant opens up. Meanwhile Emi and Suzuno have many miscommunication problems.
- 08
Maou tries to handle the loss of business caused by the opening of a new restaurant. Meanwhile Emi and Suzuno need an impartial third party to resolve their dispute.
- 09
The Devil and the Hero Take a Break from the Daily Routine
It's a busy day at the local amusement park, with crowded restaurants, animals on the loose, scary ghosts, and a much-needed swimwear intervention. Meanwhile, Suzuno feels the presence of a white-winged being watching her.
- 10
The Hero Stays True to Her Convictions
An encounter with a stranger has Suzuno reconsidering her position on the Devil. Meanwhile, Yusa begins stalking Sadao and Shiro around town and learns that they are living good, humble lives.
- 11
The Devil Carries Out His Duties
The archangel Sariel is willing to torture people to get what he wants. Soon, Satan and Sariel engage in an aerial battle that destroys half of the city.
- 12
The Devil and the Hero Do Some Honest Hard Work
Ashiya has something he needs to talk to his master about in private. Meanwhile, Emi also has a strange dream where Satan conquers Sasakuza.
- 13
Maou and company face their usual budget crisis while Emi and Suzuno attempt to have a conversation next door. It's the same old, same old... except that today, they sense an ominous presence. Before long, a bloodcurdling scream will rend the night.
- 14
The Hero Helps the Devil Reequip His Workplace
With Ohguro's new and improved look, business is booming! In fact, there are more customers than Maou and his team can handle alone. And at night, there are ominous shadows in the fog...
- 15
The Hero Says Goodbye for a Time
Emi takes a trip to Ente Isla. Those left behind in Japan spend a lot of time arguing about whether or not they're worried.
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