07/25/2004 - 10/17/2004 Finished
Elfen Lied (エルフェンリート)
Lucy is a special breed of human referred to as Diclonius, born with a short pair of horns and invisible telekinetic hands that lands her as a victim of inhumane scientific experimentation by the government. However, once circumstances present her an opportunity to escape, Lucy, corrupted by the confinement and torture, unleashes a torrent of bloodshed as she escapes her captors. During her breakout, she receives a crippling head injury that leaves her with a split personality: someone with the mentality of a harmless child possessing limited speech capacity. In this state of instability, she stumbles upon two college students, Kouta and his cousin Yuka, who unknowingly take an injured fugitive into their care, unaware of her murderous tendencies. This act of kindness will change their lives, as they soon find themselves dragged into the shadowy world of government secrecy and conspiracy. [Written by MAL Rewrite]
13
Total episodes
13
Canon episodes
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Filler episodes
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Canon episodes · 13 Filler episodes · 0
Every season
Seasons and sequels
Single Season
Currently, Elfen Lied 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! Elfen Lied doesn't have a single filler episode: all 13 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 13 episodes of Elfen Lied 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 Elfen Lied is as simple as it gets: start at episode 1 and keep going to episode 13 without detours. If you came looking for which Elfen Lied episodes are filler so you could skip them, the answer is that there aren't any.
Episode by episode
Complete guide by season
13 Episodes
| # | Episodes | Aired | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | A Chance Encounter: Begegnung07/25/2004 | 07/25/2004 | Canon |
| 2 | Annihilation: Vernichtung08/01/2004 | 08/01/2004 | Canon |
| 3 | Deep Feelings: Im Innersten08/08/2004 | 08/08/2004 | Canon |
| 4 | Attack: Aufeinandertreffen08/15/2004 | 08/15/2004 | Canon |
| 5 | Receipt: Empfang08/22/2004 | 08/22/2004 | Canon |
| 6 | Innermost Feelings: Herzenswaerme08/29/2004 | 08/29/2004 | Canon |
| 7 | Confrontation: Zufaellige Begegnung09/05/2004 | 09/05/2004 | Canon |
| 8 | The Beginning: Beginn09/12/2004 | 09/12/2004 | Canon |
| 9 | Reminiscence: Schoene Erinnerung09/19/2004 | 09/19/2004 | Canon |
| 10 | Infant: Saeugling09/26/2004 | 09/26/2004 | Canon |
| 11 | Complication: Vermischung10/03/2004 | 10/03/2004 | Canon |
| 12 | Quagmire: Taumeln10/10/2004 | 10/10/2004 | Canon |
| 13 | No Return: Erleuchtung10/17/2004 | 10/17/2004 | Canon |
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Common questions
Frequently asked questions
How many seasons does Elfen Lied have?
Elfen Lied 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 Elfen Lied have?
In total, Elfen Lied has 13 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 Elfen Lied?
It is recommended to watch Elfen Lied 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 Elfen Lied online?
Elfen Lied is available on the following streaming platforms: Animation Digital Network. 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: Animation Digital Network
Is Elfen Lied a complete anime?
Yes, Elfen Lied 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 Elfen Lied have?
No, Elfen Lied 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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