Original
01/08/2002 - 06/18/2002 Finished
Full Metal Panic! (フルメタル・パニック！)
Mithril operatives Sousuke Sagara and Kurz Weber receive orders to protect Kaname Chidori, a teenage girl harboring classified scientific knowledge as a Whispered, from enemy intelligence agencies. Sousuke enrolls as her high school classmate, but his military upbringing and lack of social finesse constantly sabotage the mission, making Kaname suspicious while terrorists close in around them.
24
Total episodes
20
Canon episodes
4
Filler episodes
16.67%
% Filler
Canon episodes · 20 Filler episodes · 4
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Watch order: filler vs canon
Full Metal Panic! has 4 filler episodes out of 24 (16.67%), grouped into 2 runs. These are the ranges you can skip without missing anything from the main plot.
16.67% Filler
Episodes you can skip
13–15
3 episodes
19
1 episodes
Episode by episode
Complete guide by season
24 Episodes
| # | Episodes | Aired | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Guy I Kinda Like is a Sergeant01/08/2002 | 01/08/2002 | Canon |
| 2 | I Want to Protect You01/15/2002 | 01/15/2002 | Canon |
| 3 | Lingerie Panic01/22/2002 | 01/22/2002 | Canon |
| 4 | Kidnap01/29/2002 | 01/29/2002 | Canon |
| 5 | Whispered02/05/2002 | 02/05/2002 | Canon |
| 6 | Still Alive02/12/2002 | 02/12/2002 | Canon |
| 7 | Boy Meets Girl02/19/2002 | 02/19/2002 | Canon |
| 8 | Part-Time Steady02/26/2002 | 02/26/2002 | Canon |
| 9 | Dangerous Safe House03/05/2002 | 03/05/2002 | Canon |
| 10 | Run, Running, Ran03/12/2002 | 03/12/2002 | Canon |
| 11 | Behemoth Awakening03/19/2002 | 03/19/2002 | Canon |
| 12 | One Night Stand03/26/2002 | 03/26/2002 | Canon |
| 13 | A Cat and a Kitten's Rock & Roll04/02/2002 | 04/02/2002 | Filler |
| 14 | Is Narashino Burning?04/09/2002 | 04/09/2002 | Filler |
| 15 | The Wind Blows at Home, Part 104/16/2002 | 04/16/2002 | Filler |
| 16 | The Wind Blows at Home, Part 204/23/2002 | 04/23/2002 | Canon |
| 17 | The Wind Blows at Home, Part 304/30/2002 | 04/30/2002 | Canon |
| 18 | Deep Sea Party05/07/2002 | 05/07/2002 | Canon |
| 19 | Engaging Six and Seven05/14/2002 | 05/14/2002 | Filler |
| 20 | Venom's Flame05/21/2002 | 05/21/2002 | Canon |
| 21 | Deep Trap05/28/2002 | 05/28/2002 | Canon |
| 22 | Jack in the Box06/04/2002 | 06/04/2002 | Canon |
| 23 | Field of Giants06/11/2002 | 06/11/2002 | Canon |
| 24 | Into the Blue06/18/2002 | 06/18/2002 | Canon |
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Common questions
Frequently asked questions
How many seasons does Full Metal Panic! have?
Full Metal Panic! is season 1 of 3 in the franchise: Full Metal Panic!, Full Metal Panic! The Second Raid, and Full Metal Panic! Invisible Victory. All of them have finished airing.
How many episodes does Full Metal Panic! have?
This page covers 24 episodes. Adding up every season, the franchise has 49 episodes in total.
What is the best order to watch Full Metal Panic!?
It is recommended to watch Full Metal Panic! 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 Full Metal Panic! online?
Full Metal Panic! 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 Full Metal Panic! a complete anime?
Yes, Full Metal Panic! 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 Full Metal Panic! have?
Yes, Full Metal Panic! has 4 filler episodes, which represents 16.67% of its 24 episodes. We have created a complete guide that indicates which episodes are canon (original from the manga) and which are filler. Check our "Watch Order" section for more details.
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