04/02/1999 - 10/01/1999 Finished
Betterman (ベターマン)
Keita Aono is an ordinary high school student who loves to chat with his friends about military technology and the girls in their class. One day, Keita is surprised and delighted by a new transfer student in his class, his childhood friend Hinoki Sai. But when Keita tries to catch up with Hinoki after school, he accidentally wanders into Bottom World—an underground amusement park whose opening was canceled due to an unexplained tragedy. As Keita explores the area, he eventually finds Hinoki in the cockpit of a strange robot. She is here on behalf of Akamatsu Industries, a company contracted with the secretive international organization Mode Warp to investigate strange cases of violence worldwide. After joining Hinoki in the robot, the pair attempt to defend themselves against the various attractions of Bottom World, which have come to life and become violent. However, they are unable to escape until a man with transforming powers—dubbed "Betterman"—joins their struggle. Faced with an enemy he does not understand and a slew of mysterious new technology, Keita joins Akamatsu Industries in a fight against a force they call "Algernon."
26
Total episodes
26
Canon episodes
0
Filler episodes
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% Filler
Canon episodes · 26 Filler episodes · 0
Every season
Seasons and sequels
Single Season
Currently, Betterman 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! Betterman doesn't have a single filler episode: all 26 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 26 episodes of Betterman aired in 1999 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 Betterman is as simple as it gets: start at episode 1 and keep going to episode 26 without detours. If you came looking for which Betterman episodes are filler so you could skip them, the answer is that there aren't any.
Episode by episode
Complete guide by season
26 Episodes
| # | Episodes | Aired | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Darkness04/02/1999 | 04/02/1999 | Canon |
| 2 | Voice04/09/1999 | 04/09/1999 | Canon |
| 3 | Sky04/16/1999 | 04/16/1999 | Canon |
| 4 | Awaken04/23/1999 | 04/23/1999 | Canon |
| 5 | Hell04/30/1999 | 04/30/1999 | Canon |
| 6 | Echo05/07/1999 | 05/07/1999 | Canon |
| 7 | Forte05/14/1999 | 05/14/1999 | Canon |
| 8 | Poison05/21/1999 | 05/21/1999 | Canon |
| 9 | Aqua05/28/1999 | 05/28/1999 | Canon |
| 10 | Worms06/11/1999 | 06/11/1999 | Canon |
| 11 | Nebula06/18/1999 | 06/18/1999 | Canon |
| 12 | Dragon06/25/1999 | 06/25/1999 | Canon |
| 13 | Nectar07/02/1999 | 07/02/1999 | Canon |
| 14 | Soul07/09/1999 | 07/09/1999 | Canon |
| 15 | Shadow07/16/1999 | 07/16/1999 | Canon |
| 16 | Revelation07/23/1999 | 07/23/1999 | Canon |
| 17 | Dream07/30/1999 | 07/30/1999 | Canon |
| 18 | Hunger08/06/1999 | 08/06/1999 | Canon |
| 19 | Mirror08/13/1999 | 08/13/1999 | Canon |
| 20 | Trap08/20/1999 | 08/20/1999 | Canon |
| 21 | Death08/27/1999 | 08/27/1999 | Canon |
| 22 | Life09/03/1999 | 09/03/1999 | Canon |
| 23 | Offering09/10/1999 | 09/10/1999 | Canon |
| 24 | Departure09/17/1999 | 09/17/1999 | Canon |
| 25 | Memory09/24/1999 | 09/24/1999 | Canon |
| 26 | Nothingness10/01/1999 | 10/01/1999 | Canon |
Verified legal platforms
Where to watch Betterman
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Common questions
Frequently asked questions
How many seasons does Betterman have?
Betterman 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 Betterman have?
In total, Betterman has 26 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 Betterman?
It is recommended to watch Betterman 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 Betterman online?
Betterman 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 Betterman a complete anime?
Yes, Betterman 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 Betterman have?
No, Betterman 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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