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Macross
Romance Sci-Fi
10/03/1982 - 06/26/1983 Finished

Super Dimension Fortress Macross (Macross)

Also known as: 超時空要塞マクロス

An alien spaceship's crash landing forces humanity to unite under the United Nations and repurpose the vessel as the SDF-1 Macross. When a massive Zentradi fleet emerges on the Macross's maiden voyage, the ship teleports itself and an entire city across space, sparking an intergalactic war. Pilot Hikaru Ichijou and aspiring singer Minmay Lynn are caught in this cosmic conflict, experiencing an epic journey through grief, drama, and the brutal face of warfare.

36

Total episodes

36

Canon episodes

0

Filler episodes

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Canon episodes · 36 Filler episodes · 0

Related works

Related works and sequels

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What to watch, what to skip

Watch order: filler vs canon

Macross has no filler episodes: all 36 episodes are canon. You can watch it from first to last without checking any list of skippable episodes.

Episode by episode

Complete guide by season

36 Episodes

List of Macross episodes with number, title, air date and whether they are canon or filler.
# Episodes Type
1Booby Trap10/03/1982 Canon
2Countdown10/03/1982 Canon
3Space Fold10/17/1982 Canon
4Lynn Minmay10/24/1982 Canon
5Transformation10/31/1982 Canon
6Daedalus Attack11/14/1982 Canon
7Bye-Bye Mars11/21/1982 Canon
8Longest Birthday11/28/1982 Canon
9Miss Macross12/05/1982 Canon
10Blind Game12/12/1982 Canon
11First Contact12/19/1982 Canon
12Big Escape12/26/1982 Canon
13Blue Wind01/09/1983 Canon
14Global Report01/16/1983 Canon
15Chinatown01/23/1983 Canon
16Kung Fu Dandy01/30/1983 Canon
17Phantasm02/13/1983 Canon
18Pineapple Salad02/20/1983 Canon
19Burst Point02/27/1983 Canon
20Paradise Lost03/06/1983 Canon
21Micro Cosmos03/13/1983 Canon
22Love Concert03/20/1983 Canon
23Drop Out03/27/1983 Canon
24Good-Bye Girl04/03/1983 Canon
25Virgin Road04/10/1983 Canon
26Messenger04/17/1983 Canon
27Love Flows By04/24/1983 Canon
28My Album05/01/1983 Canon
29Lonely Song05/08/1983 Canon
30Viva Maria05/15/1983 Canon
31Satan's Dolls05/22/1983 Canon
32Broken Heart05/29/1983 Canon
33Rainy Night06/05/1983 Canon
34Private Time06/12/1983 Canon
35Romanesque06/19/1983 Canon
36Gentle Farewell06/26/1983 Canon

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Common questions

Frequently asked questions

How many seasons does Macross have?

Macross is season 1 of 4 in the franchise: Macross, Macross 7, Macross F, and Macross Δ. All of them have finished airing.

How many episodes does Macross have?

This page covers 36 episodes. Adding up every season, the franchise has 136 episodes in total.

What is the best order to watch Macross?

It is recommended to watch Macross 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 Macross online?

Macross 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 Macross a complete anime?

Yes, Macross is a completed anime. All seasons have already aired and you can enjoy the series in its entirety without waiting for new episodes.

Where can I see Macross's score and reviews on MyAnimeList?

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