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In an era where aliens have invaded and taken over feudal Tokyo, an unemployed samurai finds work however he can.

11 Seasons
367 Episodes
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Action & Adventure Animation Comedy Sci-Fi & Fantasy
episode image Ghosts Aren't The Only Ones Who Run Wild Around Graveyards
9.7/10 (2891 votes)

#1 Ghosts Aren't The Only Ones Who Run Wild Around Graveyards

S5:E10

Pirako has double crossed Gin! Her real plan is to help Jirocho, her father, take over the town. Can Gin stop a war?

episode image Five Pinkies
9.7/10 (1882 votes)

#2 Five Pinkies

S6:E7

Gintoki and the gang storm the palace looking for Maizo and Sadasada, the former Shogun. They find and confront Sadasada, but he still has a few tricks up his sleeve...

episode image Siblings
9.7/10 (1410 votes)

#3 Siblings

S8:E10

It is the Yorozuya and Abuto vs Kamui to save him from the brink.

episode image Always Hold On to Your Trump Cards
9.7/10 (1677 votes)

#4 Always Hold On to Your Trump Cards

S11:E7

As Sadaharu fights to quell the rampaging ley lines, the gang puts it all on the line to take down Utsuro.

episode image 'Tis An Honor!
9.6/10 (1456 votes)

#5 'Tis An Honor!

S5:E13

Jirocho and Gin battle Kada's elite Harusame forces while the rest of the denizens of Kabuki-cho take on her main forces in the streets. Kada is utterly stunned when her elite forces are beat by just these two humans, and flees the scene. Gin then helps Jirocho resolve his issues regarding Tatsugoro; Otose and Jirocho reconcile at the hospital. Outside the hospital, Kada desperately launches one last feeble attempt at conquering Kabuki-cho, but is stopped in her tracks by Pirako and the Yorozuya - Kada settles for swearing that the Harusame will be back, and flees yet again. At the very end, Jirocho denounces all other names he has ever been called except for Father of Pirako, and goes with his daughter back to the country.

episode image Pinky Swear
9.6/10 (1574 votes)

#6 Pinky Swear

S6:E8

Just when it looks like all is lost, the Shinsengumi and Mimawarigumi arrive to lend their aid to our heroes. Sadasada attempts to escape but Gintoki is hot in pursuit.

episode image On a Moonless Night, Insects Are Drawn to the Light
9.5/10 (1112 votes)

#7 On a Moonless Night, Insects Are Drawn to the Light

S2:E12

The battle comes to a conclusion, with Benizakura finally taken over Okada's body, and Gintoki will have to use the sword Tetsuko gave him to stop this.

episode image Path
9.5/10 (1005 votes)

#8 Path

S8:E7

The Heavenly Kings are reunited to fight against the Harusame and Utsuro. Meanwhile, a certain father and son also reunite to kill the other; but not if Kagura have anything to say about it.

episode image The Creatures Known as Humanity
9.5/10 (1006 votes)

#9 The Creatures Known as Humanity

S11:E8

The Odd Jobs are joined by old friends in their battle to save the Earth. Utsuro is surprised by a side of humanity he had never seen before.

episode image Chains Of a Warrior
9.4/10 (931 votes)

#10 Chains Of a Warrior

S5:E11

Pirako is pleased to hear that Otose, the reason for Jirocho's attachment to the Kabuki district, has been eliminated. With Otose gone, the balance of power among the Four Devas has crumbled and a war is in the works in the Kabuki district. Meanwhile, the Odd Jobs crew is watching over Otose when Saigo appears and informs them that the bar will be destroyed by the Four Devas. He urges them to leave this town, now that they've lost their home...Finally, the day comes for them to leave Snack Otose.

episode image Master of Kouan
9.4/10 (964 votes)

#11 Master of Kouan

S8:E8

Umibouzu vs. Utsuro and Kagura vs. Kamui. Though along the way, the father and son reveal the figure who has a connection to all four of them, the deceased wife and mother of three of them, Kouka.

episode image The Lost Rabbit
9.4/10 (921 votes)

#12 The Lost Rabbit

S8:E9

Through confusion and suffering, everything falls apart when Kouka grows ill and the ramifications of her constitution becomes apparent. In the present, Utsuro and Umibouzu's plus the siblings' fights end.

episode image First Student
9.4/10 (939 votes)

#13 First Student

S8:E11

The arc comes to a close. Takasugi vs Oboro and Oboro's past is revealed.

episode image Important Things Are Hard To See
9.3/10 (825 votes)

#14 Important Things Are Hard To See

S3:E5

Now fully free from the curse, Hijikata battles against Itou. Meanwhile, Gintoki is forced into a confrontation with none other than Bansai, right hand man to Takasugi.

episode image Iron Town
9.3/10 (770 votes)

#15 Iron Town

S5:E12

Tama, Tatsumi, Tetsuko, Kozen, Madao, Kyoshiro. Everybody is out in full force to fight for the Kabuki District. Male escorts vs. trannies, Cabaret girls vs. Yakuza, robots blowing things up. It’s an all-out war!

episode image Inside the Palace!!
9.3/10 (733 votes)

#16 Inside the Palace!!

S6:E6

Whilst trying to hide the unconscious Shogun, Gintoki and the gang encounter his uncle, the former Shogun, the man who allegedly made the promise with Suzuran. However, when Tsukuyo asks about her, they discover something that could spell danger for them all.

episode image Unsetting Moon
9.3/10 (802 votes)

#17 Unsetting Moon

S6:E9

As the Tendoshu arrive to take control of the situation, Shigeshige makes an unexpected announcement.

episode image Amen
9.3/10 (714 votes)

#18 Amen

S7:E18

Gintoki notices that many drunken patrons of Otose's bar are confessing their sins to Tama and decides to take advantage of that by opening a confessional and taking a cut of the fees. Many of the confessions seem to mention a certain worthless boss who sounds very familiar!

episode image Zura
9.3/10 (771 votes)

#19 Zura

S8:E4

Katsura, Sakamoto, and Gintoki must face off against the most dangerous members of the Harusame, the 3 Mad Stars. First up, it is Katsura vs Shoukaku, along with the reveal of Katsura's past.

episode image Ten Years
9.3/10 (888 votes)

#20 Ten Years

S8:E6

Two down, one to go; last up, Gintoki vs. Batou with mistaken identities and illusions galore. And in the end, a certain character awakens and a certain quartet reunite.

episode image Hope
9.3/10 (830 votes)

#21 Hope

S8:E12

Utsuro's past is revealed as well as his ultimate plan, plus revelations are made. The Rakuyou Arc finale.

episode image Salvation
9.3/10 (867 votes)

#22 Salvation

S11:E12

Gintoki and Takasugi reveal to each other what they've been doing over the past two years, and decide to go save the one thing they never managed to save in the past: their teacher.

episode image The Sun Will Rise Again
9.2/10 (857 votes)

#23 The Sun Will Rise Again

S2:E11

Shinpachi and Elizabeth go on the ship to attack Okada. A battle rages on the ship, at which Kagura manages to escape from captivity. On the other hand, Gintoki and Tetsuko (Benizakura forger Tetsuya's sister) head towards Takasugi.

episode image There's a Thin Line Between Strengths and Weaknesses
9.2/10 (804 votes)

#24 There's a Thin Line Between Strengths and Weaknesses

S3:E4

Okita appears to save Kondou from the rebel Shinsengumi led by Itou. The Yorozuya along with Hijikata are also on their way to the scene.

episode image When Compared to Time in the Heavens, Fifty Years of Human Life Resembles Naught but Dreams and Lottery Tickets
9.2/10 (672 votes)

#25 When Compared to Time in the Heavens, Fifty Years of Human Life Resembles Naught but Dreams and Lottery Tickets

S7:E8

Whilst buying his cigarettes, Hijikata is persuaded to take a lottery ticket someone left behind. Against all the odds, it's the jackpot winner! Hijikata becomes paranoid that somebody knows he has the ticket and then bumps into the last person he wants to see!

episode image Farewell, Reaper
9.2/10 (748 votes)

#26 Farewell, Reaper

S7:E16

Asaemon confronts Yaemon, but after he reveals that it was Gintoki who was the reason for her father's death, her resolve waivers. Will her blade strike Yaemon or Gintoki?

episode image The Line Between Tenacious and Annoying Is Paper-Thin
9.2/10 (779 votes)

#27 The Line Between Tenacious and Annoying Is Paper-Thin

S10:E4

The encounter with Utsuro leaves Gintoki feeling more helpless than ever before. That's when he receives a very powerful reminder.

episode image Do something uncharacteristic, and something uncharacteristic will happen
9.2/10 (801 votes)

#28 Do something uncharacteristic, and something uncharacteristic will happen

S11:E4

Ensho's past is revealed, and Takasugi revolves to make a final stand to take him down.

episode image It’s All About the Beat and Timing
9.1/10 (786 votes)

#29 It’s All About the Beat and Timing

S3:E6

The concluding finale to the Shinsengumi Crisis Arc.

episode image Kin-san's Kintama
9.1/10 (685 votes)

#30 Kin-san's Kintama

S6:E3

After Gintoki saves Tama from Kintoki, he finds the whole town turned against him after Kintoki frames him for the attack! Now Gintoki must face not only Kintoki, but all his former friends too! However, some of them are beginning to have doubts.

episode image Two Brothers
9.1/10 (673 votes)

#31 Two Brothers

S6:E11

Hajime's secret is revealed and the fate of the world hangs in the balance. Gintoki, seemingly ignoring Otae's pleas, decides to settle the score with Hajime himself.

episode image Human or Demon?
9.1/10 (722 votes)

#32 Human or Demon?

S7:E15

After revealing that his name was among the criminals sentenced to be executed, Yaemon blackmails Gin into smuggling Asaemon to safety. Meanwhile, Hijikata and Okita follow up their own leads on the reaper, uncovering a greater conspiracy in the process.

episode image Jump and Power Creep Go Hand-in-Hand
9.1/10 (687 votes)

#33 Jump and Power Creep Go Hand-in-Hand

S10:E10

Under the leadership of the Kabuki District's Four Devas, the residents are beginning to drive out the enemies inside the town. However, they still have to deal with Ougai, the leader of the Dakini force.

episode image Making a Dull World Interesting
9.1/10 (658 votes)

#34 Making a Dull World Interesting

S11:E3

With the Earth's Altana reserves going berserk, and the Flame of Kagutsuchi nearly ready to fire, the Kiheitai are left with hard choices to make in order to prevent the destruction of Earth and the entire galaxy.

episode image Countless Kings
9.1/10 (647 votes)

#35 Countless Kings

S11:E5

The story shifts back to Earth, where Utsuro has made the Altana ley lines go berserk. Some old, familiar faces rise up to combat it.

episode image What Happen Twice Can Happen Thrice
9.0/10 (715 votes)

#36 What Happen Twice Can Happen Thrice

S5:E16

Gintoki and Hasegawa have to help the shogun when he is at the pool

episode image 9 + 1 = Yagyu Jyubei
9.0/10 (683 votes)

#37 9 + 1 = Yagyu Jyubei

S7:E10

Chaos ensues in the Kabuki district after a fanatical cult swaps everyone's genders around.

episode image Being a Leader is Tough
9.0/10 (656 votes)

#38 Being a Leader is Tough

S7:E19

After the previous episode's escapades, Katsura finds the unconscious Shigeshige and takes him back to the Joi Rebels hideout. Shigeshige has lost his memories of being the Shogun, but everyone but Katsura recognizes him straight away! Katsura, seeing potential in Shigeshige as a natural-born leader, attempts to teach him the qualities of leadership, but ends up being one-upped by him!

episode image Bushido Is Found One Second Before Death
9.0/10 (588 votes)

#39 Bushido Is Found One Second Before Death

S10:E12

Gengai has gone missing, and Ensho has brought out his trump card. How can the Odd Jobs, the Shinsengumi, Katsura, Sakamoto, and Nobunobu get out of this desperate situation?

episode image Dun Dun
9.0/10 (602 votes)

#40 Dun Dun

S11:E13

Now back in Edo, Gintoki doesn't know how to face his old friends, and so he decides to try and avoid running into any of them. However, that won't be easy.

Cast & Chracters

character image Gintoki Sakata (voice)

Gintoki Sakata (voice)

Actor: Tomokazu Sugita

Gintoki Sakata is the silver-haired protagonist of 'Gintama,' known for his lazy demeanor and insatiable sweet tooth. A former samurai who fought in the Joui War, he now runs the Yorozuya, a freelance odd-jobs business. Despite his often indifferent attitude, Gintoki possesses a strong sense of justice and loyalty to his friends. He is highly skilled in swordsmanship, often wielding a wooden bokuto in combat. His past experiences have left him with a deep-seated trauma, influencing his reluctance to engage in unnecessary violence.

character image Kagura (voice)

Kagura (voice)

Actor: Rie Kugimiya

Kagura is a young Amanto girl from the Yato Clan, one of the most powerful and bloodthirsty alien races. Rejecting her violent heritage, she comes to Earth seeking work and becomes a member of the Yorozuya. Despite her petite appearance, Kagura possesses superhuman strength and combat abilities. She carries a bulletproof umbrella that doubles as a weapon. Kagura has a voracious appetite and a straightforward, often blunt personality. She shares a sibling-like relationship with Gintoki and Shinpachi, and her interactions with them provide much of the series' comedic relief.

character image Shinpachi Shimura (voice)

Shinpachi Shimura (voice)

Actor: Daisuke Sakaguchi

Shinpachi Shimura is a young samurai apprentice who joins the Yorozuya to learn the ways of the samurai under Gintoki's tutelage. He is characterized by his earnestness, strong moral compass, and his iconic glasses. Shinpachi often serves as the straight man to Gintoki and Kagura's antics, providing a grounding presence within the group. He is also the captain of the 'Otsu Fan Club,' showcasing his deep admiration for the pop idol Otsu.

character image Kotarou Katsura (voice)

Kotarou Katsura (voice)

Actor: Akira Ishida

Kotarou Katsura is a former comrade of Gintoki from the Joui War and the leader of the Jouishishi, a faction that opposes the Bakufu and Amanto rule. Known for his intelligence and strategic mind, Katsura is also infamous for his eccentric behavior and disguises, often using the alias 'Zura,' which he vehemently corrects to 'Katsura.' Despite his serious mission, he often finds himself in comedic situations, especially involving his pet, Elizabeth.

character image Taizou Hasegawa (voice)

Taizou Hasegawa (voice)

Actor: Fumihiko Tachiki

Taizou Hasegawa, often referred to as 'Madao' (an acronym for 'totally useless middle-aged man'), is a former government official who lost his job after an incident involving Prince Hata. Following his dismissal, his life spiraled downward, leading to his estrangement from his wife and a series of unsuccessful part-time jobs. Despite his misfortunes, Hasegawa maintains a resilient spirit and often interacts with the Yorozuya, contributing to the series' humor.

character image Toushirou Hijikata (voice)

Toushirou Hijikata (voice)

Actor: Kazuya Nakai

Toushirou Hijikata, known as the 'Demon Vice-Chief,' is the strict and disciplined vice-commander of the Shinsengumi. He is renowned for his exceptional swordsmanship and unwavering dedication to his duties. Hijikata has a peculiar obsession with mayonnaise, often consuming it excessively. His serious demeanor often contrasts with the more relaxed members of the Shinsengumi, leading to various comedic interactions.

character image Sougo Okita (voice)

Sougo Okita (voice)

Actor: Kenichi Suzumura

Sougo Okita is the captain of the first division of the Shinsengumi and is recognized as their best swordsman. Beneath his seemingly laid-back and childish exterior lies a sadistic personality, often displaying a penchant for tormenting his superior, Hijikata Toushirou. Despite his tendencies, Okita is deeply loyal to his comrades and is particularly protective of his sister, Mitsuba. He shares a competitive rivalry with Kagura, leading to numerous humorous confrontations.

character image Shinsuke Takasugi (voice)

Shinsuke Takasugi (voice)

Actor: Takehito Koyasu

Shinsuke Takasugi is a former comrade of Gintoki and Katsura from the Joui War, now leading the Kiheitai, a radical faction aiming to overthrow the Bakufu through violent means. Consumed by vengeance and a desire to destroy the world that took everything from him, Takasugi is a formidable antagonist. His charismatic leadership and strategic acumen make him a significant threat to both the government and his former friends.

character image Tsukuyo (voice)

Tsukuyo (voice)

Actor: Yuhko Kaida

Tsukuyo is the leader of the Hyakka, an all-female group of assassins in Yoshiwara. She is a skilled kunoichi with a strict demeanor, dedicated to protecting Yoshiwara and its inhabitants. Tsukuyo has a scarred face and a past marked by hardship, having been trained by the ruthless assassin Jiraia. Despite her tough exterior, she develops a close bond with Gintoki and the Yorozuya, revealing a more compassionate side.

character image Kamui (voice)

Kamui (voice)

Actor: Satoshi Hino

Kamui is a high-ranking member of the Harusame Space Pirates and the elder brother of Kagura. As a member of the Yato Clan, he possesses immense strength and a thirst for battle, often seeking out powerful opponents to challenge. Kamui's relationship with his family is complex, marked by a desire to surpass his father and a protective, albeit antagonistic, attitude towards Kagura.

character image Kondou, Isao (voice)

Kondou, Isao (voice)

Actor: Susumu Chiba

Isao Kondou is the commander of the Shinsengumi, known for his honorable nature and unwavering dedication to his subordinates. Despite his leadership position, Kondou is often the subject of ridicule due to his gorilla-like appearance and his obsessive, unrequited love for Shimura Tae, which manifests in frequent stalking. His good-heartedness and commitment to justice earn him the respect and loyalty of his men.

character image Otose (voice)

Otose (voice)

Actor: Kujira

Otose, whose real name is Ayano Terada, is the owner of the Otose Snack House and Gintoki's landlady. She is one of the four 'emperors' of the Kabuki District, holding significant influence. Despite her gruff exterior and constant arguments with Gintoki over unpaid rent, Otose has a kind heart and often supports the Yorozuya in times of need. Her past is marked by tragedy, having lost her husband during the Joui War.

character image Sadaharu (voice)

Sadaharu (voice)

Actor: Mikako Takahashi

Sadaharu is a giant, white, dog-like creature known as an Inugami (Dog God). Originally a shrine guardian, he becomes the pet of the Yorozuya after they save him from being abandoned. Despite his cute appearance, Sadaharu has a tendency to bite people's heads, often causing comedic injuries. He shares a particularly close bond with Kagura, who is the only one capable of controlling his aggressive tendencies.

The highest rated episode of Gintama is "Ghosts Aren't The Only Ones Who Run Wild Around Graveyards" (S5E10) with a rating of 9.70.

This episode received 2,891 votes.


The lowest rated episode is "That Matsutake Soup Stuff Tastes Better than the Real Deal / If a Person Is Dead, They Can't Come Back to Life" (S4E14) with a rating of 6.00.

This episode received 249 votes.

The highest rated episode is "A Shared Soup Pot is a Microcosm of Life" (S1E25) with a rating of 8.80.

This episode received 928 votes.


The lowest rated episode is "Cute Faces Are Always Hiding Something" (S1E24) with a rating of 6.60.

This episode received 415 votes.

The highest rated episode is "On a Moonless Night, Insects Are Drawn to the Light" (S2E12) with a rating of 9.50.

This episode received 1,112 votes.


The lowest rated episode is "When Looking For Things You've Lost, Remember What You Were Doing On The Day You Lost It" (S2E8) with a rating of 6.80.

This episode received 319 votes.

The highest rated episode is "Important Things Are Hard To See" (S3E5) with a rating of 9.30.

This episode received 825 votes.


The lowest rated episode is "When Nagging Goes Too Far It Becomes Intimidating" (S3E25) with a rating of 6.10.

This episode received 255 votes.

The highest rated episode is "Sleep Helps a Child Grow" (S4E3) with a rating of 8.80.

This episode received 593 votes.


The lowest rated episode is "That Matsutake Soup Stuff Tastes Better than the Real Deal / If a Person Is Dead, They Can't Come Back to Life" (S4E14) with a rating of 6.00.

This episode received 249 votes.

The highest rated episode is "Ghosts Aren't The Only Ones Who Run Wild Around Graveyards" (S5E10) with a rating of 9.70.

This episode received 2,891 votes.


The lowest rated episode is "The Name Reveals the Person" (S5E21) with a rating of 6.50.

This episode received 300 votes.

The highest rated episode is "Five Pinkies" (S6E7) with a rating of 9.70.

This episode received 1,882 votes.


The lowest rated episode is "The Sound of a Beam Can Pierce Every Heart" (S6E10) with a rating of 8.10.

This episode received 376 votes.

The highest rated episode is "Amen" (S7E18) with a rating of 9.30.

This episode received 714 votes.


The lowest rated episode is "Guys With Big Nostrils Also Have Big Imaginations / You Never Accept a New Sentai Series at the Start, But By the Final Episode, You Don't Want It to End" (S7E9) with a rating of 7.10.

This episode received 301 votes.

The highest rated episode is "Siblings" (S8E10) with a rating of 9.70.

This episode received 1,410 votes.


The lowest rated episode is "The Monster and the Monster's Child" (S8E1) with a rating of 8.80.

This episode received 615 votes.

The highest rated episode is "The Stairs to Adulthood May Not Always Lead Up" (S9E1) with a rating of 8.00.

This episode received 302 votes.


The lowest rated episode is "Wash Your Hands Before a Handshake" (S9E9) with a rating of 6.90.

This episode received 213 votes.

The highest rated episode is "The Line Between Tenacious and Annoying Is Paper-Thin" (S10E4) with a rating of 9.20.

This episode received 779 votes.


The lowest rated episode is "Men Must Live Not Long or Thick, but Hard" (S10E7) with a rating of 8.20.

This episode received 459 votes.

The highest rated episode is "Always Hold On to Your Trump Cards" (S11E7) with a rating of 9.70.

This episode received 1,677 votes.


The lowest rated episode is "Specter" (S11E10) with a rating of 8.60.

This episode received 494 votes.

Name Department Job
Chizuru Miyawaki Directing Series Director
Youichi Fujita Directing Series Director
Hideaki Sorachi Writing Original Series Creator

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