04/06/2001 - 09/28/2001 Finished
Noir (ノワール)
On a sunny afternoon in her Paris apartment, assassin-for-hire Mireille Bouquet receives a strange email from Kirika Yuumura, a young student from Japan, inviting her to "make a pilgrimage to the past" together. Initially thinking the email is nonsense, she changes her mind when it begins playing a song that she recognizes from her youth. Upon first meeting each other in person, the two are suddenly ambushed by gun-wielding men. While Mireille is capable of fending off the assault, she discovers that Kirika is quite adept in combat situations after she takes out several gunmen on her own. Despite her proficiency at killing, Kirika laments her inability to feel remorse for her victims. In addition, Kirika apparently has no memory of how she came to acquire the skills she possesses or even of her real identity. Sensing shared history between them, Mireille agrees to team up with Kirika, and together, they embark on a journey to uncover the mysteries of their pasts. Operating under the codename "Noir," the duo's fragile alliance is tested as they begin accepting jobs, each one bringing them closer to the truth of who they really are. [Written by MAL Rewrite]
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, Noir 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! Noir 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 Noir 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 Noir is as simple as it gets: start at episode 1 and keep going to episode 26 without detours. If you came looking for which Noir 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 | Maidens with Black Hands04/06/2001 | 04/06/2001 | Canon |
| 2 | Daily Bread04/13/2001 | 04/13/2001 | Canon |
| 3 | The Assassination Play04/20/2001 | 04/20/2001 | Canon |
| 4 | The Sound of Waves04/27/2001 | 04/27/2001 | Canon |
| 5 | Les Soldats05/04/2001 | 05/04/2001 | Canon |
| 6 | Lost Kitten05/11/2001 | 05/11/2001 | Canon |
| 7 | The Black Thread of Fate05/18/2001 | 05/18/2001 | Canon |
| 8 | Intoccabile Acte I05/25/2001 | 05/25/2001 | Canon |
| 9 | Intoccabile Acte II06/01/2001 | 06/01/2001 | Canon |
| 10 | The True Noir06/08/2001 | 06/08/2001 | Canon |
| 11 | Moonlit Tea Party06/15/2001 | 06/15/2001 | Canon |
| 12 | Assassination Mission06/22/2001 | 06/22/2001 | Canon |
| 13 | Season of Hell06/29/2001 | 06/29/2001 | Canon |
| 14 | A Bouquet of Flowers for Mireille07/06/2001 | 07/06/2001 | Canon |
| 15 | The Cold-Blooded Killer Acte I07/13/2001 | 07/13/2001 | Canon |
| 16 | The Cold-Blooded Killer Acte II07/20/2001 | 07/20/2001 | Canon |
| 17 | Return to Corsica07/27/2001 | 07/27/2001 | Canon |
| 18 | The Darkness Within Me08/03/2001 | 08/03/2001 | Canon |
| 19 | The Two Hands of the Soldats08/10/2001 | 08/10/2001 | Canon |
| 20 | The Sin Within the Sin08/17/2001 | 08/17/2001 | Canon |
| 21 | Morning Without Dawn08/24/2001 | 08/24/2001 | Canon |
| 22 | Journey's End08/31/2001 | 08/31/2001 | Canon |
| 23 | Sentiments for the Remaining Flower09/07/2001 | 09/07/2001 | Canon |
| 24 | Dark Return09/14/2001 | 09/14/2001 | Canon |
| 25 | The Depth of Hell's Fire09/21/2001 | 09/21/2001 | Canon |
| 26 | Birth09/28/2001 | 09/28/2001 | Canon |
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Common questions
Frequently asked questions
How many seasons does Noir have?
Noir 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 Noir have?
In total, Noir 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 Noir?
It is recommended to watch Noir 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 Noir online?
Noir 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 Noir a complete anime?
Yes, Noir 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 Noir have?
No, Noir 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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