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Attack on Titan

Attack on Titan is a Japanese manga series by Hajime Isayama, adapted into an anime television series, set in a world where humanity lives behind walls to protect itself from giant humanoid Titans.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Attack on Titan is a Japanese manga series by Hajime Isayama, later adapted into an anime television series. The story is set in a post-apocalyptic world where humanity lives behind giant walls to protect itself from giant humanoid Titans. It follows Eren Yeager and his friends as they join the military, fight Titans, and uncover the truth behind their world.

Premise

Attack on Titan follows humanity's struggle against Titans, giant humanoid creatures that threaten the survivors living behind walls. The story begins after a catastrophic attack on Eren's hometown and expands into a larger conflict about freedom, history, and survival.

Anime adaptation

The anime television series aired from 2013 to 2023 and is structured into four seasons. The fourth season is presented as The Final Season and was released in several parts and specials, totaling 89 episodes.

Characters

Eren Yeager is the main protagonist of the series. Mikasa Ackerman and Armin Arlert serve as his closest companions and major supporting characters. Their decisions and relationships shape much of the series' plot.

Ending

The anime concluded in 2023 with the final special episodes of The Final Season. The story is therefore finished in animated form, though the manga had ended earlier.

Key facts

  • The series is set in a world where the remnants of humanity live behind giant walls to avoid Titans.
  • Eren Yeager, Mikasa Ackerman, and Armin Arlert are central characters in the story.
  • The anime ran from 2013 to 2023.
  • The television adaptation totals 89 episodes across four seasons and special final installments.
  • The final season is split into multiple parts and specials, rather than a single uninterrupted run.

Frequently asked questions

What is Attack on Titan about?
It is about humanity surviving behind walls while fighting giant humanoid Titans, following Eren Yeager and his friends as they uncover the truth about their world.
How many episodes of Attack on Titan?
The anime has 89 episodes in total, counting all four seasons and the final special installments.
When did Attack on Titan end?
The anime ended in 2023, with the final special episode(s) of The Final Season.
Who is the main character in Attack on Titan?
Eren Yeager is the main character.
Is Attack on Titan finished?
Yes. The anime is finished, and its broadcast run ended in 2023.
What is the order of Attack on Titan seasons?
The order is Season 1, Season 2, Season 3, and Season 4, which is titled The Final Season and was released in multiple parts.

References

  1. Wikipediahttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Attack_on_Titan
    Supports: Premise, main characters, and series overview.
  2. Wikipediahttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Attack_on_Titan_(TV_series)
    Supports: Anime run dates, season structure, and episode count.
  3. IMDbhttps://www.imdb.com/title/tt2560140/
    Supports: Series premise and run dates.