Black Clover: Sword of the Wizard King (2023)
Black Clover: Sword of the Wizard King is streaming in Japan on Netflix.
The verdict
Black Clover: Sword of the Wizard King stood out as one of the better-rated Japanese films of its release window. It carries an 8.1/10 on TMDB across 420 ratings — comfortably clear of the pack. It clocks in at a standard 113 minutes. In Japan you can stream it on Netflix.
Should you spend 1h 53m on it?
1h 53m of Japanese animation, leaning fantasy, fine for the whole family. Standard length — a normal evening's watch, nothing to plan around.
- Why
- It rates 8.1/10 on 420 ratings so far — a strong early showing.
- Skip if
- you won't get past the format
- Best for
- A weekend watch with the family
Story
As a lionhearted boy who can't wield magic strives for the title of Wizard King, four banished Wizard Kings of yore return to crush the Clover Kingdom.
Good to know
| Runtime | 1h 53m |
| Watch with family? | G · Yes — family friendly |
| Genre | Animation / Fantasy |
| Language | Japanese |
| Best screen | Stream at home |
Director
Ayataka Tanemura
Cast
Where to watch in Japan
Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.
Availability as of 23 Sept 2026 — platforms may change over time.
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