If you’re watching Bleach and want to enjoy the main story without distractions, this guide will help you understand which filler episodes you can safely skip and which ones are optional but fun.
Bleach has a significant number of filler arcs, and skipping them can save you many hours while keeping the story smooth.
What Are Filler Episodes in Bleach?
Filler episodes are anime-only stories that do not come from the original manga.
They:
- Do not affect the main plot
- Can be skipped without missing story details
- Are added to give the manga time to progress
COMPLETE BLEACH FILLER EPISODES LIST
🔸 1. Bount Arc (FILLER)
Episodes: 64–108
- Anime-only vampire-style storyline
- Not connected to the main plot
2. New Captain Shūsuke Amagai Arc (FILLER)
Episodes: 168–189
- Focuses on a new anime-original captain
3. Zanpakutō Unknown Tales Arc (FILLER)
Episodes: 227–265
- Zanpakutō spirits take human form
- One of the better filler arcs
4. Gotei 13 Invading Army / Reigai Arc (FILLER)
Episodes: 317–342
- High animation quality
- Anime-only storyline
MIXED CANON + FILLER EPISODES
These episodes include small filler moments but are mostly canon:
- Episodes: 152–167
FAST BLEACH WATCH ORDER (NO FILLER)
If you want only the main story, follow this order:
- Watch 1–63
- Skip 64–108
- Watch 109–151
- Skip 168–189
- Watch 190–226
- Skip 227–265
- Watch 266–316
- Skip 317–342
- Watch 343–366
- Then continue with Thousand-Year Blood War (Final Arc)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1. Can I skip all Bleach filler episodes?
Yes. Bleach fillers do not impact the main story and can be skipped safely.
Q2. Which Bleach filler arc is worth watching?
The Zanpakutō Unknown Tales Arc (227–265) is considered the best filler arc by many fans.
Q3. Are filler episodes important for Thousand-Year Blood War?
No. You can directly watch the Thousand-Year Blood War arc after episode 366.
Final Thoughts
Bleach is an amazing anime, but fillers can slow down the experience. If you want a fast, story-focused watch, skipping filler episodes is the best choice. However, if you enjoy extra character moments, some filler arcs are still worth checking out.
