10/01/1996 - 03/25/1997 Finished
Kidou Senkan Nadesico (機動戦艦ナデシコ)
Also known as: Martian Successor Nadesico
Akito doesn't want to fight. Despite a childhood spent on the anime Gekiganger 3, a Mecha show, he'd rather cook than pilot a Mecha. Fate intervenes when his home on Mars is destroyed, and he is transported instantly to the Earth, mysteriously. He has questions no one can answer fully, but follows a girl from a chance meeting in hopes to discover any. The girl, Yurika, is captain of the private battleship Nadesico, and in order to follow her, he enlists as their cook. Possessing the nanite implants that allow to control mechas, he's a handy backup pilot for the mechas of the Nadesico. He joins a crew bent on avenging Mars that seems to be composed of only misfits, otakus, and ditzes; however, in reality, they are handpicked experts. They take their own private war back to Mars to face the harsh reality that life may not always be like a Giant Mecha series. (Source: ANN)
26
Total episodes
26
Canon episodes
0
Filler episodes
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% Filler
Canon episodes · 26 Filler episodes · 0
Every season
Seasons and sequels
Single Season
Currently, Kidou Senkan Nadesico 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! Kidou Senkan Nadesico 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 Kidou Senkan Nadesico is as simple as it gets: start at episode 1 and keep going to episode 26 without detours. If you came looking for which Kidou Senkan Nadesico 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 | To Go Like a Man— | — | Canon |
| 2 | Leave the Blue Earth to Me— | — | Canon |
| 3 | A Goodbye That Came Too Soon— | — | Canon |
| 4 | Charmed by Aqua Space— | — | Canon |
| 5 | Ruri's Navigation Logs— | — | Canon |
| 6 | Sort of Like a Fateful Decision— | — | Canon |
| 7 | The Song That You Will Sing One Day— | — | Canon |
| 8 | The Luke Warm "Cold Equation"— | — | Canon |
| 9 | The Miracle Operator of the Kiss— | — | Canon |
| 10 | The Dangers of Femininity— | — | Canon |
| 11 | Finding Yourself in a Routine Plot— | — | Canon |
| 12 | Those Unforgettable Days— | — | Canon |
| 13 | There is No Single Truth— | — | Canon |
| 14 | Let's Go with Hot-Blooded Anime— | — | Canon |
| 15 | The Significant Other from a Star Far Away— | — | Canon |
| 16 | The Beginning of Nadesico's War— | — | Canon |
| 17 | A Reunion That Came Too Late— | — | Canon |
| 18 | Echoes of Self, Echoes of Water— | — | Canon |
| 19 | You're the Next Captain of the Nadesico— | — | Canon |
| 20 | Run Silent, Run Deep— | — | Canon |
| 21 | The Meadows We Once Ran Across— | — | Canon |
| 22 | Protect the Visitor?— | — | Canon |
| 23 | A Place We Call Home— | — | Canon |
| 24 | Ubiquitous Righteousness— | — | Canon |
| 25 | Being Myself, Being Yourself— | — | Canon |
| 26 | For the Lady We Will Meet Someday— | — | Canon |
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Common questions
Frequently asked questions
How many seasons does Kidou Senkan Nadesico have?
Kidou Senkan Nadesico 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 Kidou Senkan Nadesico have?
In total, Kidou Senkan Nadesico 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 Kidou Senkan Nadesico?
It is recommended to watch Kidou Senkan Nadesico 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 Kidou Senkan Nadesico online?
Kidou Senkan Nadesico 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 Kidou Senkan Nadesico a complete anime?
Yes, Kidou Senkan Nadesico 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 Kidou Senkan Nadesico have?
No, Kidou Senkan Nadesico 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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