04/16/2003 - 09/25/2003 Finished
Gad Guard (ガドガード)
Several hundred years in the future, the resources of the Earth runs out, and the progression of the human race has stagnated. The world is now divided into "Units." A boy named Hajiki Sanada lives with his mother and sister in Unit 74, in a place called "Night Town," in which all electricity is shut down at midnight. The key in this story is an object called the GAD. GADs have the ability to reconstruct materials while reacting to feelings of an organic life. The size and shape of the resulting product seem to be different depending on the kinds of feelings that the life possesses. When Hajiki comes in contact with one by accident, it transforms into a huge robot—a Tekkoudo, or "Iron Giant"—which Hajiki names Lightning. And soon he realizes that he isn't the only one with a Tekkoudo, and must find out how to deal with those others who he feels are the "same" as himself. (Source: ANN)
26
Total episodes
26
Canon episodes
0
Filler episodes
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Canon episodes · 26 Filler episodes · 0
Every season
Seasons and sequels
Single Season
Currently, Gad Guard 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! Gad Guard 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.
In short, the watch order for Gad Guard is as simple as it gets: start at episode 1 and keep going to episode 26 without detours. If you came looking for which Gad Guard 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 | Looking Up At the Same Sky— | — | Canon |
| 2 | Putting the Pieces Together— | — | Canon |
| 3 | On a Street Corner in Night Town— | — | Canon |
| 4 | With Bright Eyes— | — | Canon |
| 5 | And Then the Rain Will Fall— | — | Canon |
| 6 | Five Masks— | — | Canon |
| 7 | If I Can Fly— | — | Canon |
| 8 | Two Lost Souls— | — | Canon |
| 9 | Snow Melts the Heart— | — | Canon |
| 10 | Bundles of Bills in the Setting Sun— | — | Canon |
| 11 | No Returning to Rainbow Town— | — | Canon |
| 12 | Bluebird— | — | Canon |
| 13 | Dwellers of the Dark— | — | Canon |
| 14 | Seeking Lost Time— | — | Canon |
| 15 | A Garden in the Sun— | — | Canon |
| 16 | The Day We Bare Our Fangs— | — | Canon |
| 17 | Guns - Swords - Beasts— | — | Canon |
| 18 | The Logic of Those Who Leave— | — | Canon |
| 19 | A Road Companion— | — | Canon |
| 20 | The End of the World— | — | Canon |
| 21 | Blue Slumber— | — | Canon |
| 22 | Spiral Dance of Glass— | — | Canon |
| 23 | The Atoning Man— | — | Canon |
| 24 | The Will to Aspire to the Heavens— | — | Canon |
| 25 | Time For the Sky— | — | Canon |
| 26 | Young Traveler— | — | Canon |
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Common questions
Frequently asked questions
How many seasons does Gad Guard have?
Gad Guard 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 Gad Guard have?
In total, Gad Guard 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 Gad Guard?
It is recommended to watch Gad Guard 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 Gad Guard online?
Gad Guard is available on the following streaming platforms: Crunchyroll. 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.
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Is Gad Guard a complete anime?
Yes, Gad Guard 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 Gad Guard have?
No, Gad Guard 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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