Spy x Sect (2024): cast, story & where to watch

Released in 2024, Spy x Sect is an animation, sci-fi & fantasy, drama and action & adventure series.

What it’s about. In a captivating tale of sacrifice and rebirth, a brilliant hacker named Chen Ning dies to save humanity from a rogue AI, only to be reincarnated as the leader of a powerful sect in a realm of immortal cultivation. Chen Ning must maintain a low profile while handling new responsibilities and guarding against spies within his sect and the encroaching AI threat. Hidden beneath his cold exterior is a deep care for others, as he navigates a world of martial arts, mystical powers, and political intrigue. With the mysterious system agent Jiang Que at his side, Chen Ning unleashes his true potential and commands both allies and foes. As hidden truths of this mystical world reveal themselves, Chen Ning races against time, merging his hacking prowess with newfound mystical abilities, to thwart an impending apocalypse and save another world from destruction.

Who’s in it. Spy x Sect stars Yang Kaiqi as 陈宁 (voice), Zhao Shuang as 姜雀 (voice), Nie Xiying as 萧媚 (voice) and Yitong Zhao as 沧月 (voice), among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, Spy x Sect sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Spy x Sect page.

If you liked it. Fans of Spy x Sect tend to enjoy Rick and Morty, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba, Attack on Titan and Attack on Titan: No Regrets.