2019 · series · TV-14 · 5 seasons
The Rising of the Shield Hero
Our regrets make us stronger.
Is The Rising of the Shield Hero on Netflix?
Yes. The Rising of the Shield Hero (2019) is streaming on Netflix in the US, and also on Hulu.
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Iwatani Naofumi, a run-of-the-mill otaku, finds a book in the library that summons him to another world. He is tasked with joining the sword, spear, and bow as one of the Four Cardinal Heroes and fighting the Waves of Catastrophe as the Shield Hero. Excited by the prospect of a grand adventure, Naofumi sets off with his party. However, merely a few days later, he is betrayed and loses all his money, dignity, and respect. Unable to trust anyone anymore, he employs a slave named Raphtalia and takes on the Waves and the world. But will he really find a way to overturn this desperate situation?
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How we got to 78.2
Critic and audience ratings set the number. Popularity, Top 10 position and recency can only lift it, never sink it. Full method.
| Signal | Value | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| TMDB | 8.5/10 | 100% of base score |
| Popularity | 47 | none |
The Rising of the Shield Hero: common questions
Is The Rising of the Shield Hero on Netflix?
Yes. The Rising of the Shield Hero (2019) is streaming on Netflix in the US, and also on Hulu.
Where can I watch The Rising of the Shield Hero?
The Rising of the Shield Hero (2019) is included with a Hulu, Netflix subscription in the US.
Is The Rising of the Shield Hero worth watching?
It scores 78.2/100 on our blended rating, which puts it in A-tier: excellent.
How many seasons of The Rising of the Shield Hero are there?
The Rising of the Shield Hero has 5 seasons.
What is The Rising of the Shield Hero rated?
The Rising of the Shield Hero is rated TV-14 in the US.
Who is in The Rising of the Shield Hero?
The Rising of the Shield Hero stars Kaito Ishikawa, Asami Seto, Rina Hidaka.
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Availability last verified September 22, 2026. Ratings from TMDB. Streaming data from JustWatch via TMDB.