In a rare move for shonen anime, the protagonists are sidelined to focus entirely on the League of Villains . They battle the Meta Liberation Army, leading to massive power "awakenings" for Toga, Twice, and Shigaraki. Essential Episodes to Watch
Season 5 of (My Hero Academia) is a pivotal turning point that shifts the series from school-yard rivalries to a dark, high-stakes war between heroes and a newly unified villain front .
Whether you're catching up for the first time or rewatching the most explosive moments,
Deku, Bakugo, and Todoroki intern under Endeavor. This arc dives deep into the Todoroki family's trauma and Endeavor's attempts at redemption.
The season is divided into three distinct narrative chapters:
Class 1-A and 1-B face off in a series of team battles. The highlight is Deku manifesting Blackwhip , the first of several quirks inherited from previous One For All users.
If you are looking for the absolute "must-watch" highlights, these episodes are widely considered the season's best: