Iyanu backdrop
Animation•Action & Adventure•Sci-Fi & Fantasy

The Best Episodes of Iyanu Season 1

Every episode of Iyanu Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Iyanu Season 1!

Binge this in 4h 47m•Peaking at 8.4/10

Set in the magical kingdom of Yorubaland, follow teenage orphan girl, Iyanu, a heroine who must uncover the mystery behind her newfound powers to save her people from an ancient curse threatening to destroy humanity.

Airs on
Cartoon Network
BestEpisodes
WorstEpisodes
BestSeasons
AllEpisodes

Seasons2

All12

Episode Rankings

  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Iyanu Season 1 Episode 4 - The Arrival
    8.4/10(35 votes)

    S1:E4

    As Elu's political climate worsens, Iyanu intensifies her training with Sewa while two armies converge on the Riverlands Settlement to capture her.

    Director:Dawud Anyabwile
    Writer:Kerri Grant

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  2. Iyanu Season 1 Episode 6 - The Walk of Death
    8.3/10(27 votes)

    S1:E6

    Iyanu, Biyi, Toye and Ekun (aka TEAM CHOSEN) cross The Rinku Plains to find The Source, key to Iyanu's powers and lifting the Curse on Yorubaland.

    Director:Alfredo Steven Valdez
    Writer:Ivory Floyd

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  3. Iyanu Season 1 Episode 7 - The Betrayal
    8.2/10(26 votes)

    S1:E7

    As Elu falls into civil war, Biyi and the Oba share stories of heartbreak. Team Chosen struggles to reach The Source while Olori searches for Iyanu.

    Director:Dawud Anyabwile
    Writer:Matt Wayne

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  4. Iyanu Season 1 Episode 8 - The Sacred
    8.2/10(27 votes)

    S1:E8

    Team Chosen reaches The Sacred Settlement, where Iyanu must pass three Trials to prove she's The Chosen, while Nuro, now possessed, pursues them.

    Director:Darnell Johnson
    Writer:Matt Wayne

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  5. Iyanu Season 1 Episode 3 - The Eso of Eso
    8.1/10(42 votes)

    S1:E3

    Kanfo, leader of the Eso Warriors, brings his son Toye to hunt Iyanu, while she meets Mama Sewa, a sage with secret knowledge of her past and powers.

    Director:Alfredo Steven Valdez
    Writer:Kerri Grant

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  6. Iyanu Season 1 Episode 5 - The People of the Deep
    7.9/10(30 votes)

    S1:E5

    Iyanu, Biyi and Sewa battle the Corrupt Divine Beast Ekun and the People of the Deep, while Elu's Workers demand justice from the King and Nuro.

    Director:Darnell Johnson
    Writer:Ivory Floyd

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

    7. Trending NowTRENDING NOW

    The 20 BEST Episodes of Iyanu

    READ
  7. Iyanu Season 1 Episode 9 - The Source (1)
    7.9/10(25 votes)

    S1:E9

    As Cursed animals besiege Elu, Iyanu searches for The Source. Meanwhile, Biyi, Toye, Olori and Kanfo battle Nuro's forces to buy time for Iyanu.

    Director:Roye Okupe
    Writer:Roye Okupe

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  8. Iyanu Season 1 Episode 1 - The Chosen
    7.5/10(48 votes)

    S1:E1

    Iyanu, aka The Chosen, triggers her Divine Powers, escapes Elu, and embarks on a journey to uncover the truth behind the evil lurking in Yorubaland.

    Director:Dawud Anyabwile
    Writer:Brandon Easton

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  9. Iyanu Season 1 Episode 2 - The Exiles
    7.5/10(42 votes)

    S1:E2

    Fleeing evil Chancellor Nuro, Iyanu meets the Corrupt Divine Beast Ekun and Biyi. As she uncovers her powers, she explores hidden Wonders beyond Elu.

    Director:Darnell Johnson
    Writer:Brandon Easton

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  10. Iyanu Season 1 Episode 10 - The Source (2)
    7.0/10(28 votes)

    S1:E10

    Iyanu reaches The Source and faces a devastating choice. As Elu nears destruction, her allies fight a final battle against Nuro and the Fallen One.

    Director:Alfredo Steven Valdez
    Writer:Brandon Easton

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  11. Iyanu Season 1 Episode 11 - Iyanu: The Age of Wonders
    6.9/10(15 votes)

    S1:E11

    Ages before The Chosen, Yorubaland thrives -- until the diabolical Meje appears. Warriors Dara and Ishe must stop it and prevent the Age of Darkness.

    Director:Roye Okupe
    Writers:Brandon Easton, Roye Okupe

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

Season 1 Ratings Summary

"The Arrival" is the best rated episode of "Iyanu" season 1. It scored 8.4/10 based on 35 votes. Directed by Dawud Anyabwile and written by Kerri Grant, it aired on 4/12/2025. This episode is rated 0.1 points higher than the second-best, "The Walk of Death".