However, because of the way the story is structured, many streaming services and fans divide that single season into two distinct "parts." If you look at Death Note on platforms like Netflix or Hulu, you will often see it labeled as "Season 1" (Episodes 1–25) and "Season 2" (Episodes 26–37). Here is why that confusion exists: 1. The "Change" at Episode 25 (Major Spoiler Warning) If you haven't finished the series, turn back now.
The story of Light Yagami and L is finished. Since there is technically one season, here is how to watch the 37 episodes:
| | Episodes | What happens? | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Part 1: The L Arc | 1 – 25 | Light finds the notebook. L enters the chat. The greatest chess match in anime history. | | Part 2: The Near/Mello Arc | 26 – 37 | New successors rise. The pace quickens. The finale. |