01/09/2004 - 03/26/2004 Finished
Area 88 (TV) (エリア８８)
Deep in the sandy plains of the Middle Eastern kingdom of Asran, Japanese photojournalist Makoto Shinjou travels to the remote airbase Area 88 to document the activities of the mercenaries who destroy the country's enemies for a living. Among their ranks is Shin Kazama, a Japanese ace pilot who was tricked by his former best friend into signing a contract with the Asran's fighter squad. Because of this, he lost his career as an airline pilot and the chance to marry his fiancee Ryoko Tsugumo. Now, Shin has three choices in order to leave Area 88 and return to Japan: serve the mercenary group for three years, earn US$1.5 million, or desert the base, risking imminent death. (Source: ANN)
12
Total episodes
12
Canon episodes
0
Filler episodes
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Canon episodes · 12 Filler episodes · 0
Every season
Seasons and sequels
Single Season
Currently, Area 88 (TV) has no sequels, prequels, or registered spin-offs. This is the complete story available at the moment.
What to watch, what to skip
Watch order: filler vs canon
You're in luck! Area 88 (TV) doesn't have a single filler episode: all 12 episodes are canon. It's a faithful adaptation of the original manga, so you can enjoy it from first to last without skipping anything or checking any list of expendable episodes.
The 12 episodes of Area 88 (TV) aired in 2004 and follow the story's chronological order. There are no transition episodes, no needless recaps, no arcs invented by the studio: every chapter advances the main plot and develops the characters just as the source material does.
In short, the watch order for Area 88 (TV) is as simple as it gets: start at episode 1 and keep going to episode 12 without detours. If you came looking for which Area 88 (TV) episodes are filler so you could skip them, the answer is that there aren't any.
Episode by episode
Complete guide by season
12 Episodes
| # | Episodes | Aired | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sky Blue - Desert Wings01/09/2004 | 01/09/2004 | Canon |
| 2 | Boris - Tombstone of the Setting Sun01/16/2004 | 01/16/2004 | Canon |
| 3 | Shin & Makoto - Finder of a Blue Sky01/23/2004 | 01/23/2004 | Canon |
| 4 | Desert - Skies of Betrayal01/30/2004 | 01/30/2004 | Canon |
| 5 | Lip Stick - Unyielding Rouge02/06/2004 | 02/06/2004 | Canon |
| 6 | Cross Over - Intersection of Solitude02/13/2004 | 02/13/2004 | Canon |
| 7 | Hungry Boy - Sweet Soldier02/20/2004 | 02/20/2004 | Canon |
| 8 | Sand Glass - Sand's Bullet02/27/2004 | 02/27/2004 | Canon |
| 9 | Canyon - Tightrope at the Speed of Sound03/05/2004 | 03/05/2004 | Canon |
| 10 | Fire Ball - Contrails of Destiny03/12/2004 | 03/12/2004 | Canon |
| 11 | Truth - Truth of the Sand03/19/2004 | 03/19/2004 | Canon |
| 12 | Lock On - Wings of the Wind03/26/2004 | 03/26/2004 | Canon |
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Common questions
Frequently asked questions
How many seasons does Area 88 (TV) have?
Area 88 (TV) has a total of 1 season. The series is completed. Each season is divided into multiple episodes with stories that advance the main plot of the anime.
How many episodes does Area 88 (TV) have?
In total, Area 88 (TV) has 12 episodes in its only season. You can consult the complete episodes table to see the breakdown by season.
What is the best order to watch Area 88 (TV)?
It is recommended to watch Area 88 (TV) in chronological broadcast order. This means starting from season 1 and continuing sequentially to the last season. Check our watch order guide which includes information about filler vs canon episodes for an optimal experience.
Where can I watch Area 88 (TV) online?
Area 88 (TV) is available on various legal streaming platforms. Check the platforms section at the top of this page to see where it's currently available. Options may vary depending on your geographic region.
Is Area 88 (TV) a complete anime?
Yes, Area 88 (TV) is a completed anime. All seasons have already aired and you can enjoy the series in its entirety without waiting for new episodes.
How much filler does Area 88 (TV) have?
No, Area 88 (TV) does not have filler episodes. All its episodes are canon and faithfully follow the original manga story, so you can watch all episodes without worrying about skipping anything.
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