04/01/2001 - 09/23/2001 Finished
Kidou Tenshi Angelic Layer (機動天使エンジェリックレイヤー)
Also known as: Battle Doll Angelic Layer
12-year-old Misaki Suzuhara has just gotten involved in Angelic Layer, a battling game using electronic dolls called angels. Even as a newbie, Misaki shows advanced skills as she meets new friends and enters Angelic Layer tournaments to fight the greatest Angelic Layer champions of the nation.
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, Kidou Tenshi Angelic Layer 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 Tenshi Angelic Layer 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.
The 26 episodes of Kidou Tenshi Angelic Layer aired in 2001 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 Kidou Tenshi Angelic Layer 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 Tenshi Angelic Layer 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 | How Do You Do? My Very Own Angel!04/01/2001 | 04/01/2001 | Canon |
| 2 | Do Your Best, Hikaru! It’s Your First Fight!04/08/2001 | 04/08/2001 | Canon |
| 3 | Who Are You? Misaki's Nervous Lesson04/15/2001 | 04/15/2001 | Canon |
| 4 | The Day an Angel Flew Down04/22/2001 | 04/22/2001 | Canon |
| 5 | I Don’t Want to Lose! I’m Believing in Hikaru!— | — | Canon |
| 6 | Suzuka, the Speed of Light! Hatoko’s Declaration of Rivalry!— | — | Canon |
| 7 | Fight at the Edge… Misaki’s Last Chance— | — | Canon |
| 8 | Misaki vs Misaki? A Dangerous Classmate— | — | Canon |
| 9 | Sing, Misaki! Is the Deus an Idol?!— | — | Canon |
| 10 | Mean Sisters! Hikaru, the Target— | — | Canon |
| 11 | Finish It Off! Hikaru & Mao’s Important Game— | — | Canon |
| 12 | Misako & Kotaro, Their Exciting Date— | — | Canon |
| 13 | Pure White Blanch, Kaede’s Smile— | — | Canon |
| 14 | I Won’t Give up! and an Angel Was Born— | — | Canon |
| 15 | Shirahime Versus Suzuka! Secret of the Ice Machine— | — | Canon |
| 16 | The Final Game! Hikaru’s Last Attack— | — | Canon |
| 17 | I’ve Made My Mind up On You! the One Misaki Selected— | — | Canon |
| 18 | Many Strong Opponents! the Nation Games of Everyone’s Dreams— | — | Canon |
| 19 | System Down! Decisive Fight On a Ship in a Storm— | — | Canon |
| 20 | Is Icchan the Enemy? the Puzzling Second Game!— | — | Canon |
| 21 | Summertime at the Sea! Someone Is in Love With Someone!— | — | Canon |
| 22 | Suddenly Just the Two of Us, Secret Double Dates— | — | Canon |
| 23 | Break up the Magic Wall! Misaki Versus Ohjiro— | — | Canon |
| 24 | Reach Misaki! This Thought Goes Over the Rainbow!— | — | Canon |
| 25 | Reunion of Destiny, Angels Wet With Tears— | — | Canon |
| 26 | Angel Wings! Please Guide Me & Hikaru!— | — | Canon |
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Common questions
Frequently asked questions
How many seasons does Kidou Tenshi Angelic Layer have?
Kidou Tenshi Angelic Layer 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 Tenshi Angelic Layer have?
In total, Kidou Tenshi Angelic Layer 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 Tenshi Angelic Layer?
It is recommended to watch Kidou Tenshi Angelic Layer 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 Tenshi Angelic Layer online?
Kidou Tenshi Angelic Layer 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 Tenshi Angelic Layer a complete anime?
Yes, Kidou Tenshi Angelic Layer 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 Tenshi Angelic Layer have?
No, Kidou Tenshi Angelic Layer 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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