10/04/2003 - 10/02/2004 Finished
Fullmetal Alchemist (鋼の錬金術師)
Edward Elric, a young, brilliant alchemist, has lost much in his twelve-year life: when he and his brother Alphonse try to resurrect their dead mother through the forbidden act of human transmutation, Edward loses his brother as well as two of his limbs. With his supreme alchemy skills, Edward binds Alphonse's soul to a large suit of armor. A year later, Edward, now promoted to the fullmetal alchemist of the state, embarks on a journey with his younger brother to obtain the Philosopher's Stone. The fabled mythical object is rumored to be capable of amplifying an alchemist's abilities by leaps and bounds, thus allowing them to override the fundamental law of alchemy: to gain something, an alchemist must sacrifice something of equal value. Edward hopes to draw into the military's resources to find the fabled stone and restore his and Alphonse's bodies to normal. However, the Elric brothers soon discover that there is more to the legendary stone than meets the eye, as they are led to the epicenter of a far darker battle than they could have ever imagined. [Written by MAL Rewrite]
51
Total episodes
24
Canon episodes
27
Filler episodes
52.94%
% Filler
Canon episodes · 24 Filler episodes · 27
Every season
Seasons and sequels
Single Season
Currently, Fullmetal Alchemist 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
Fullmetal Alchemist has 27 filler episodes out of 51 (52.94%), grouped into 7 runs. These are the ranges you can skip without missing anything from the main plot.
52.94% Filler
Episodes you can skip
4
1 episodes
10–12
3 episodes
14
1 episodes
21–22
2 episodes
29–33
5 episodes
35–39
5 episodes
41–50
10 episodes
The longest canon run goes from episode 15 to 20: 6 episodes in a row with no filler.
Episode by episode
Complete guide by season
51 Episodes
| # | Episodes | Aired | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | To Challenge the Sun10/04/2003 | 10/04/2003 | Canon |
| 2 | Body of the Sanctioned10/11/2003 | 10/11/2003 | Canon |
| 3 | Mother...10/18/2003 | 10/18/2003 | Canon |
| 4 | A Forger's Love10/25/2003 | 10/25/2003 | Filler |
| 5 | The Man with the Mechanical Arm11/01/2003 | 11/01/2003 | Canon |
| 6 | The Alchemy Exam11/08/2003 | 11/08/2003 | Canon |
| 7 | Night of the Chimera's Cry11/15/2003 | 11/15/2003 | Canon |
| 8 | The Philosopher's Stone11/22/2003 | 11/22/2003 | Canon |
| 9 | Be Thou for the People ("The Dog of the Military's Silver Watch")11/29/2003 | 11/29/2003 | Canon |
| 10 | The Phantom Thief12/06/2003 | 12/06/2003 | Filler |
| 11 | The Other Brothers Elric: Part 112/13/2003 | 12/13/2003 | Filler |
| 12 | The Other Brothers Elric: Part 212/20/2003 | 12/20/2003 | Filler |
| 13 | Fullmetal vs Flame12/27/2003 | 12/27/2003 | Canon |
| 14 | Destruction's Right Hand01/10/2004 | 01/10/2004 | Filler |
| 15 | The Ishbal Massacre01/17/2004 | 01/17/2004 | Canon |
| 16 | That Which Is Lost01/24/2004 | 01/24/2004 | Canon |
| 17 | House of the Waiting Family01/31/2004 | 01/31/2004 | Canon |
| 18 | Marcoh's Notes02/07/2004 | 02/07/2004 | Canon |
| 19 | The Truth Behind Truths02/14/2004 | 02/14/2004 | Canon |
| 20 | Soul of the Guardian02/21/2004 | 02/21/2004 | Canon |
| 21 | The Red Glow02/28/2004 | 02/28/2004 | Filler |
| 22 | Created Human03/06/2004 | 03/06/2004 | Filler |
| 23 | Heart of Steel03/13/2004 | 03/13/2004 | Canon |
| 24 | Bonding Memories03/20/2004 | 03/20/2004 | Canon |
| 25 | Words of Farewell03/27/2004 | 03/27/2004 | Canon |
| 26 | Her Reason04/03/2004 | 04/03/2004 | Canon |
| 27 | Teacher04/10/2004 | 04/10/2004 | Canon |
| 28 | All is One, One is All04/17/2004 | 04/17/2004 | Canon |
| 29 | The Untainted Child04/24/2004 | 04/24/2004 | Filler |
| 30 | Assault on South Headquarters05/01/2004 | 05/01/2004 | Filler |
| 31 | Sin05/08/2004 | 05/08/2004 | Filler |
| 32 | Dante of the Deep Forest05/15/2004 | 05/15/2004 | Filler |
| 33 | Al, Captured05/29/2004 | 05/29/2004 | Filler |
| 34 | Theory of Avarice06/05/2004 | 06/05/2004 | Canon |
| 35 | Reunion of the Fallen06/12/2004 | 06/12/2004 | Filler |
| 36 | The Sinner Within06/19/2004 | 06/19/2004 | Filler |
| 37 | The Flame Alchemist, The Bachelor Lieutenant & The Mystery of Warehouse 1306/26/2004 | 06/26/2004 | Filler |
| 38 | With the River's Flow07/03/2004 | 07/03/2004 | Filler |
| 39 | Secret of Ishbal07/10/2004 | 07/10/2004 | Filler |
| 40 | The Scar07/17/2004 | 07/17/2004 | Canon |
| 41 | Holy Mother07/24/2004 | 07/24/2004 | Filler |
| 42 | His Name is Unknown07/24/2004 | 07/24/2004 | Filler |
| 43 | The Stray Dog07/31/2004 | 07/31/2004 | Filler |
| 44 | Hohenheim of Light08/07/2004 | 08/07/2004 | Filler |
| 45 | A Rotted Heart08/21/2004 | 08/21/2004 | Filler |
| 46 | Human Transmutation08/28/2004 | 08/28/2004 | Filler |
| 47 | Sealing the Homunculus09/04/2004 | 09/04/2004 | Filler |
| 48 | Goodbye09/11/2004 | 09/11/2004 | Filler |
| 49 | The Other Side of the Gate09/18/2004 | 09/18/2004 | Filler |
| 50 | Death09/25/2004 | 09/25/2004 | Filler |
| 51 | Laws and Promises10/02/2004 | 10/02/2004 | Canon |
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Common questions
Frequently asked questions
How many seasons does Fullmetal Alchemist have?
Fullmetal Alchemist 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 Fullmetal Alchemist have?
In total, Fullmetal Alchemist has 51 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 Fullmetal Alchemist?
It is recommended to watch Fullmetal Alchemist 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 Fullmetal Alchemist online?
Fullmetal Alchemist is available on the following streaming platforms: Netflix, 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.
Is Fullmetal Alchemist a complete anime?
Yes, Fullmetal Alchemist 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 Fullmetal Alchemist have?
Yes, Fullmetal Alchemist has 27 filler episodes, which represents 52.94% of its 51 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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