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Hunter x Hunter has some of the best storytelling in anime history, and its episodes deliver everything from emotional highs to jaw-dropping action. Whether it’s Gon’s unforgettable transformations, intense battles, or the psychological battle between characters, Hunter X Hunter's best episodes are packed with moments that stick with fans forever.
Ranking the best episodes from the series is tough because there are so many, but some stand out more than others. Here’s a list of the top 10 best HXH episodes that had the biggest impact, shocked us the most, or just left us staring at the screen in disbelief.
10/10 Episode 35 - The x True x Pass
This episode is where things really start to heat up in the Heavens Arena arc. Gon finally gets his revenge against Hisoka in the most satisfying way possible. After training endlessly and learning Nen, Gon lands a clean hit on Hisoka, paying back that slap from their first meeting.
The tension in this episode is insane. Hisoka’s creepy grin, the eerie music, and the way he treats Gon like a plaything makes it so unsettling. The episode makes us realize that Hisoka is always ten steps ahead, but Gon refuses to back down. More than just strength, this battle is more about proving a point. Gon wanted to show he was not a weak kid Hisoka toyed with, and in this moment, he succeeds.
9/10 Episode 47 - Condition x And x Condition
Kurapika vs. Uvogin is one of the most brutal fights in HXH. It’s not just about Kurapika showing off his new Chain Jail ability, it’s about pure revenge for his entire clan. Uvogin, one of the strongest members of the evil organization, Phantom Troupe, laughs at first, but soon Kurapika makes him realize that he has messed with the wrong person.
Kurapika’s scarlet eyes glow with fury as he activates Emperor Time, trapping Uvo in a Nen prison, and the final chain stab is brutal. On the other hand, Uvogin accepts his death like a true warrior, refusing to betray his comrades. This episode is peak Phantom Troupe storytelling, and it’s why it ranks among the HXH best-rated episodes.
8/10 Episode 51 - A × Brutal × Battlefield
Chrollo and the Phantom Troupe go wild in this episode, unleashing chaos on Yorknew City. The mafia tries to fight back, but they’re completely outmatched. Meanwhile, Neon Nostrade sneaks away, only to run into Chrollo, who tricks her into using her fortune-telling ability. What follows is a chilling moment as Chrollo reads his future, realizing that major events are about to unfold.
The episode takes a darker turn when Chrollo knocks Neon unconscious and orchestrates a brutal massacre in the streets. His requiem for Uvogin is haunting, with the Troupe slaughtering their enemies to the classical music. The episode with not just a top-tier story, but with top-notch direction.
7/10 Episode 85 - Light x And x Darkness
This episode is where things get real in the Chimera Ant arc. Kite’s battle against Neferpitou is one of the most heartbreaking moments in the series. From the moment Pitou appears, there’s this sinking feeling that something bad is about to happen.
And then it does. Kite, one of the strongest characters we’ve seen so far, is completely outclassed. The way the episode ends, with Pitou grinning over Kite’s lifeless body, is haunting. It’s the moment that changes everything for Gon and for us as viewers. Hunter X Hunter is no longer the happy-go-lucky story we all know.
6/10 Episode 148 - Past × And × Future
The final episode of Hunter x Hunter, and what a perfect way to end it. Gon finally meets his father, Ging, and instead of some dramatic, over-the-top reunion, we get something so simple yet so meaningful. They sit down, talk, and Ging explains his view on life and adventure.
For some, it might not be the ending they expected, but it’s the ending Hunter X Hunter truly deserved. The episode beautifully reminds us that the journey matters more than the destination. A perfect conclusion to a perfect anime.
5/10 Episode 116 - Revenge × And × Recovery
This episode delivers one of the most unexpected and emotional confrontations in the entire series. Gon and Killua finally find Neferpitou, expecting a brutal fight, but instead, they see something shocking - Pitou healing Komugi, a fragile human girl who means everything to Meruem.
Gon’s rage in this episode is next-level. He refuses to believe that Pitou, the same monster that killed Kite, is now showing kindness. His anger is so intense that it shakes even Killua. The moment Pitou breaks its own arm to prove sincerity is unforgettable, and the tension of waiting for the promised hour makes it one of the best episodes of Hunter X Hunter
4/10 Episode 135 - This Day × And × This Moment
Call it the most poetic episode ever written in anime history. Meruem and Komugi’s final moments together are some of the most beautiful and tragic scenes ever animated. The once-feared Ant King, who started as a ruthless killer, now simply wishes to spend his last moments playing Gungi with the person who changed him.
It’s an emotional gut punch, made even more powerful by the quiet, intimate way it plays out. There are no grand speeches or flashy fights, just two characters sharing their final moments. This episode is the definition of storytelling perfection and proof of why Togashi is considered a legend.
3/10 Episode 111 - Charge x And x Invade
The assault on the Chimera Ant King begins. The Hunters launch their attack on the palace, and we see some of the most intense action in the series. Netero and Zeno Zoldyck crash down from the sky like gods of war, all set to take on the King. Every moment is filled with tension, as each character moves with precise strategy, knowing that a single mistake could mean death.
We see the terrifying strength of Neferpitou, the overwhelming power of Meruem, and the desperate struggle of the Hunters to make their mission a success. It’s an episode that keeps you on edge from start to finish, making it one of HXH's top episodes.
2/10 Episode 131 - Anger × And × Light
Gon vs Pitou is a fight that is hard to describe in words. The emotional weight behind it makes it one of the most devastating moments in anime history. When Gon, overcome with grief and rage, forces himself to grow into an adult just to defeat Pitou, it’s both terrifying and heartbreaking.
Literally, everything about this episode, the animation, the soundtrack, the voice acting, hits hard. The playful and joyous Gon we all knew was now gone, and the brutal and overpowered Pitou seemed helpless. No wonder this episode easily ranks among the top 10 best Hunter X Hunter episodes.
1/10 Episode 126 - Zero × And × Rose
The long-awaited battle between Netero and Meruem finally happens, and it does not disappoint. Netero unleashes his insane 100-Type Guanyin Bodhisattva ability, delivering countless devastating attacks on Meruem. Despite this, the Ant King endures every single one, proving that he’s unlike any opponent Netero has ever faced.
The climax of the fight, where Netero activates the Poor Man’s Rose, is both shocking and tragic, as it results in the old man's death. This episode is peak Hunter X Hunter; unexpected, brutal, and unforgettable. It’s easily HXH’s best episode ranked among the greatest anime fights of all time.
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