Original
07/07/2015 - 09/29/2015 Finished
Overlord (オーバーロード)
The final hour of the popular virtual reality game Yggdrasil has come. However, Momonga, a powerful wizard and master of the dark guild Ainz Ooal Gown, decides to spend his last few moments in the game as the servers begin to shut down. To his surprise, despite the clock having struck midnight, Momonga is still fully conscious as his character and, moreover, the non-player characters appear to have developed personalities of their own! Confronted with this abnormal situation, Momonga commands his loyal servants to help him investigate and take control of this new world, with the hopes of figuring out what has caused this development and if there may be others in the same predicament.
13
Total episodes
13
Canon episodes
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Filler episodes
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Canon episodes · 13 Filler episodes · 0
Every season
Seasons and sequels
You may wonder, how many seasons does Overlord have? Well, currently Overlord has a total of 4 official seasons. Below is a complete list of the anime's seasons, arranged chronologically, including prequels, sequels, and canonical spin-offs.
Discover all seasons and episodes of this anime in broadcast order. Each season develops a key part of the story, introducing new characters, story arcs, and important events. Select any season to view detailed information such as the number of episodes, release dates, and a complete plot description.
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Watch order: filler vs canon
You're in luck! Overlord doesn't have a single filler episode: all 13 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 13 episodes of Overlord aired in 2015 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 Overlord is as simple as it gets: start at episode 1 and keep going to episode 13 without detours. If you came looking for which Overlord episodes are filler so you could skip them, the answer is that there aren't any.
Episode by episode
Complete guide by season
13 Episodes
| # | Episodes | Aired | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | End and Beginning07/07/2015 | 07/07/2015 | Canon |
| 2 | Floor Guardians07/14/2015 | 07/14/2015 | Canon |
| 3 | Battle at Carne Village07/21/2015 | 07/21/2015 | Canon |
| 4 | Ruler of Death07/28/2015 | 07/28/2015 | Canon |
| 5 | Two Adventurers08/04/2015 | 08/04/2015 | Canon |
| 6 | Journey08/11/2015 | 08/11/2015 | Canon |
| 7 | Wise King of Forest08/18/2015 | 08/18/2015 | Canon |
| 8 | Twin Swords of Slashing Death08/25/2015 | 08/25/2015 | Canon |
| 9 | The Dark Warrior09/01/2015 | 09/01/2015 | Canon |
| 10 | True Vampire09/08/2015 | 09/08/2015 | Canon |
| 11 | Confusion and Understanding09/15/2015 | 09/15/2015 | Canon |
| 12 | The Bloody Valkyrie09/22/2015 | 09/22/2015 | Canon |
| 13 | Player VS Non Player Character09/29/2015 | 09/29/2015 | Canon |
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Common questions
Frequently asked questions
How many seasons does Overlord have?
Overlord has a total of 4 seasons. 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 Overlord have?
In total, Overlord has 13 episodes distributed across its 4 seasons. You can consult the complete episodes table to see the breakdown by season.
What is the best order to watch Overlord?
It is recommended to watch Overlord 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 Overlord online?
Overlord is available on the following streaming platforms: Animation Digital Network, Paramount Plus. 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.
Is Overlord a complete anime?
Yes, Overlord 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 Overlord have?
No, Overlord 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.
Where can I see Overlord's score and reviews on MyAnimeList?
You can check the score, reviews, characters and statistics for Overlord directly on MyAnimeList, the world's largest anime database. There you'll find the community rating, global ranking and opinions from other fans.