How to Watch Iyanu

Welcome to the official Iyanu blog — your home for everything about the animated series from Lion Forge Entertainment. Whether you just discovered the show or you've been with Team Chosen since the beginning, this is the place to catch up, go deeper, and stay ahead of what's coming next.

We get asked all the time: what's the best way to watch Iyanu? Between the main series, the prequel movie The Age of Wonders, and Season 2 coming soon to Cartoon Network — we've got you covered. Here's everything you need to know.

First: What Iyanu Actually Is

Iyanu is an animated superhero series produced by Lion Forge Entertainment, set in the magical kingdom of Yorubaland, rooted in Nigerian culture and Yoruba mythology. It follows a teenage orphan named Iyanu who discovers she has divine powers — and is prophesied to save her world from an ancient evil.

Season 1 has 10 episodes. That's the main story. Then there's The Age of Wonders — a feature-length prequel movie set 500 years before Season 1. And Season 2 is coming soon to Cartoon Network. Here's the order to watch.

The Right Order to Watch

Step 1: Watch Season 1 — Episodes 1–10
This is where everything begins. Iyanu discovers her powers, escapes the city of Elu, and sets off across Yorubaland with her friends Biyi, Toye, and Ekun. All 10 episodes are available now on Cartoon Network, Max, Showmax, ITVX, ABC, eJunior, and STARZPlay depending on your region.

Step 2: Watch The Age of Wonders
This is the prequel movie — a feature-length film set 500 years before Season 1. It tells the story of how the Fallen One, the central villain of the Iyanu universe, came to be. Available on all the same platforms as Season 1.

Step 3: Watch Season 2 — coming soon to Cartoon Network
Once the premiere date is announced, you'll hear it here first. Follow @iyanuseries so you don't miss it.

What about Iyanu: The Age of Wonders?

So if you finished Episode 10 and clicked Episode 11 expecting to see what happened next — and suddenly found yourself watching a completely different story set 500 years in the past — that's why. You didn't miss anything. You just stumbled into the movie.

What is the movie about?

The Age of Wonders is a feature-length animated movie produced by Lion Forge Entertainment that serves as a prequel to the main Iyanu series. It takes place 500 years before Iyanu was born, during a legendary era when warriors named Dara and Ishe fought to prevent darkness from consuming Yorubaland. It's also the story of how the Fallen One came to be — and it adds a lot of richness to the main story once you've seen it.

Do you need to watch it before Season 2? Not strictly. But we recommend it. Watch Season 1 first, then the movie, then you'll be fully ready for whatever comes next.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many episodes does Iyanu Season 1 have?
Season 1 has 10 episodes, each approximately 22 minutes long. Some platforms also list The Age of Wonders prequel movie as Episodes 11–13, but that is a separate feature film — not a continuation of Season 1.

Is The Age of Wonders part of Season 1 or a separate movie?
It is a separate, feature-length prequel movie produced by Lion Forge Entertainment, set 500 years before the main series. Watch Season 1 first, then the movie.

Do I need to watch The Age of Wonders before Season 2?
You don't have to, but it adds important backstory about the Fallen One and the mythology of Yorubaland. Our recommendation: Season 1, then the movie, then Season 2.

Where can I watch Iyanu?
Iyanu, produced by Lion Forge Entertainment, is available globally on Cartoon Network, Max, Showmax, ITVX, ABC, eJunior, and STARZPlay. Find your platform and start watching here: Watch Iyanu Now

Is Iyanu based on a comic book?
Yes. Iyanu is based on the graphic novel series Iyanu: Child of Wonder, created by Roye Okupe and published by YouNeek Studios and Dark Horse Comics. The animated series is produced by Lion Forge Entertainment.

The word "Iyanu" means "miracle" or "wonder" in Yoruba. Once you watch Season 1, you'll understand exactly why!