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Head to head
Blade of the Immortal vs The Elusive Samurai
| 6.5 | Score | 7.7 |
| 15,285 | Popularity | 88,728 |
| 13 | Episodes | 12 |
| 2008 | Year | 2024 |
| Tv | Format | Tv |
| Finished | Status | Finished |
What they share
ActionAdventureSupernaturalSwordplayHistoricalSamuraiMale Protagonist
The verdict
On the numbers, The Elusive Samurai edges it — but they share 7 traits, so the right pick depends on your mood.
- Higher ratedThe Elusive Samurai scores 77% vs 65%.
- More popularThe Elusive Samurai has the bigger audience here.
- Shorter commitmentThe Elusive Samurai is 12 eps vs 13.
- NewerThe Elusive Samurai (2024) is the more recent release.
Comparing from the catalogue's scores and community tags. Open Blade of the Immortal or The Elusive Samurai for the full picture.