10/04/2003 - 04/17/2004 Finished
Planetes (プラネテス)
In 2075, space travel is no longer just a dream, but an everyday reality for mankind. Advancements in science and technology have led to the colonization of the moon, the commercialization of outer space, and the formation of large space corporations. Ai Tanabe, an upbeat woman whose interests lie in the cosmos, joins Technora Corporation as a member of their Debris Section, a department dedicated to the removal of dangerous space junk between the orbits of the Earth and Moon. However, Ai soon discovers how unappreciated her job is. As the laughingstock of Technora, the Debris Section is severely understaffed, poorly funded, and is forced to use a dilapidated spaceship nicknamed the "Toy Box" for debris retrieval. Undeterred, Ai perseveres and gradually becomes acquainted with the strange personalities that make up the Debris Section's staff, such as the bumbling but good-natured chief clerk Philippe Myers; the mysterious and tight-lipped temp worker Edelgard Rivera; and the hotheaded and passionate Hachirouta Hoshino, who longs for a spaceship to call his own. Planetes is an unconventional sci-fi series that portrays the vastness of space as a backdrop for the personal lives of ordinary people—people who may have been born on Earth, but whose hopes and dreams lie amongst the stars.
26
Total episodes
26
Canon episodes
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Filler episodes
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Canon episodes · 26 Filler episodes · 0
Every season
Seasons and sequels
Single Season
Currently, Planetes 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! Planetes 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 Planetes aired in 2003–2004 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 Planetes is as simple as it gets: start at episode 1 and keep going to episode 26 without detours. If you came looking for which Planetes 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 | Outside the Atmosphere10/04/2003 | 10/04/2003 | Canon |
| 2 | Like a Dream10/11/2003 | 10/11/2003 | Canon |
| 3 | Return Trajectory10/18/2003 | 10/18/2003 | Canon |
| 4 | Part of the Job10/25/2003 | 10/25/2003 | Canon |
| 5 | Fly Me to the Moon11/01/2003 | 11/01/2003 | Canon |
| 6 | The Lunar Flying Squirrels11/08/2003 | 11/08/2003 | Canon |
| 7 | Extraterrestrial Girl11/15/2003 | 11/15/2003 | Canon |
| 8 | A Place to Cling to11/22/2003 | 11/22/2003 | Canon |
| 9 | Regrets11/29/2003 | 11/29/2003 | Canon |
| 10 | A Sky of Stardust12/06/2003 | 12/06/2003 | Canon |
| 11 | Boundary Line12/13/2003 | 12/13/2003 | Canon |
| 12 | A Modest Request12/20/2003 | 12/20/2003 | Canon |
| 13 | Scenery With a Rocket01/10/2004 | 01/10/2004 | Canon |
| 14 | Turning Point01/17/2004 | 01/17/2004 | Canon |
| 15 | In Her Case01/24/2004 | 01/24/2004 | Canon |
| 16 | Ignition01/31/2004 | 01/31/2004 | Canon |
| 17 | His Reasons02/07/2004 | 02/07/2004 | Canon |
| 18 | Debris Section, Last Day02/14/2004 | 02/14/2004 | Canon |
| 19 | Endings Are Always...02/21/2004 | 02/21/2004 | Canon |
| 20 | Tentative Steps02/28/2004 | 02/28/2004 | Canon |
| 21 | Tandem Mirror03/06/2004 | 03/06/2004 | Canon |
| 22 | Exposure03/13/2004 | 03/13/2004 | Canon |
| 23 | Debris Cluster03/20/2004 | 03/20/2004 | Canon |
| 24 | Love04/03/2004 | 04/03/2004 | Canon |
| 25 | The Lost04/10/2004 | 04/10/2004 | Canon |
| 26 | And the Days We Chance Upon...04/17/2004 | 04/17/2004 | Canon |
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Common questions
Frequently asked questions
How many seasons does Planetes have?
Planetes 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 Planetes have?
In total, Planetes 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 Planetes?
It is recommended to watch Planetes 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 Planetes online?
Planetes is available on the following streaming platforms: Crunchyroll, SUNRISE. 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 Planetes a complete anime?
Yes, Planetes 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 Planetes have?
No, Planetes 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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