Original
07/07/2015 - 09/29/2015 Finished
Overlord (オーバーロード)
As the virtual reality game Yggdrasil shuts down at midnight, the powerful wizard Momonga remains conscious inside his avatar, only to find the non-player characters have awakened into independent beings. Sensing something extraordinary has occurred, Momonga commands his loyal servants to investigate this impossible new reality and search for others who may share his fate.
13
Total episodes
13
Canon episodes
0
Filler episodes
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Canon episodes · 13 Filler episodes · 0
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Watch order: filler vs canon
Overlord has no filler episodes: all 13 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
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 is season 1 of 4 in the franchise: Overlord, Overlord II, Overlord III, and Overlord IV. All of them have finished airing.
How many episodes does Overlord have?
This page covers 13 episodes. Adding up every season, the franchise has 52 episodes in total.
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 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 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.
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