04/03/1998 - 04/24/1999 Finished
Cowboy Bebop (カウボーイビバップ)
Across a colonized galaxy plagued by crime, bounty hunter Spike Spiegel and his partner Jet Black chase fugitives aboard their ship Bebop to survive. Alongside con artist Faye Valentine, prodigy Edward Wong Hau Pepelu Tivrusky IV, and bioengineered corgi Ein, the crew forms unlikely bonds,but Spike's violent past resurfaces when a rival's plot forces him to choose between the family he's found and vengeance for old wounds.
26
Total episodes
26
Canon episodes
0
Filler episodes
0%
% Filler
Canon episodes · 26 Filler episodes · 0
Watch on: Netflix
Related works
Related works and sequels
Standalone work
No sequel, prequel, or registered spin-off is linked to Cowboy Bebop. Its episode total belongs to this title alone.
What to watch, what to skip
Watch order: filler vs canon
Cowboy Bebop has no filler episodes: all 26 episodes are canon. You can watch it from first to last without checking any list of skippable episodes.
Episode by episode
Complete guide by season
26 Episodes
| # | Episodes | Aired | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Asteroid Blues10/24/1998 | 10/24/1998 | Canon |
| 2 | Stray Dog Strut04/03/1998 | 04/03/1998 | Canon |
| 3 | Honky Tonk Women04/10/1998 | 04/10/1998 | Canon |
| 4 | Gateway Shuffle11/14/1998 | 11/14/1998 | Canon |
| 5 | Ballad of Fallen Angels11/21/1998 | 11/21/1998 | Canon |
| 6 | Sympathy for the Devil11/28/1998 | 11/28/1998 | Canon |
| 7 | Heavy Metal Queen04/17/1998 | 04/17/1998 | Canon |
| 8 | Waltz for Venus04/24/1998 | 04/24/1998 | Canon |
| 9 | Jamming with Edward05/01/1998 | 05/01/1998 | Canon |
| 10 | Ganymede Elegy05/08/1998 | 05/08/1998 | Canon |
| 11 | Toys in the Attic05/15/1998 | 05/15/1998 | Canon |
| 12 | Jupiter Jazz (Part 1)05/22/1998 | 05/22/1998 | Canon |
| 13 | Jupiter Jazz (Part 2)05/29/1998 | 05/29/1998 | Canon |
| 14 | Bohemian Rhapsody06/05/1998 | 06/05/1998 | Canon |
| 15 | My Funny Valentine06/12/1998 | 06/12/1998 | Canon |
| 16 | Black Dog Serenade02/13/1999 | 02/13/1999 | Canon |
| 17 | Mushroom Samba02/20/1999 | 02/20/1999 | Canon |
| 18 | Speak Like a Child06/19/1998 | 06/19/1998 | Canon |
| 19 | Wild Horses03/06/1999 | 03/06/1999 | Canon |
| 20 | Pierrot le Fou03/13/1999 | 03/13/1999 | Canon |
| 21 | Boogie Woogie Feng Shui03/20/1999 | 03/20/1999 | Canon |
| 22 | Cowboy Funk03/27/1999 | 03/27/1999 | Canon |
| 23 | Brain Scratch04/03/1999 | 04/03/1999 | Canon |
| 24 | Hard Luck Woman04/10/1999 | 04/10/1999 | Canon |
| 25 | The Real Folk Blues (Part 1)04/17/1999 | 04/17/1999 | Canon |
| 26 | The Real Folk Blues (Part 2)04/24/1999 | 04/24/1999 | Canon |
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Common questions
Frequently asked questions
How many seasons does Cowboy Bebop have?
Cowboy Bebop 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 Cowboy Bebop have?
In total, Cowboy Bebop 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 Cowboy Bebop?
It is recommended to watch Cowboy Bebop 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 Cowboy Bebop online?
Cowboy Bebop is available on the following streaming platforms: Netflix. Check the platforms section at the top of this page to access where you can watch the anime. Please note that availability may vary depending on your geographic region.
Watch on: Netflix
Is Cowboy Bebop a complete anime?
Yes, Cowboy Bebop is a completed anime. All seasons have already aired and you can enjoy the series in its entirety without waiting for new episodes.
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