08/16/2002 - 05/23/2003 Finished
Princess Tutu (プリンセスチュチュ)
In a fairy tale come to life, the clumsy, sweet, and gentle Ahiru seems like an unlikely protagonist. In reality, Ahiru is just as magical as the talking cats and crocodiles that inhabit her town—for Ahiru really is a duck! Transformed by the mysterious Drosselmeyer into a human girl, Ahiru soon learns the reason for her existence. Using her magical egg-shaped pendant, Ahiru can transform into Princess Tutu—a beautiful and talented ballet dancer whose dances relieve people of the turmoil in their hearts. With her newfound ability, Ahiru accepts the challenge of collecting the lost shards of her prince's heart, for long ago he had shattered it in order to seal an evil raven away for all eternity. Princess Tutu is a tale of heroes and their struggle against fate. Their beliefs, their feelings, and ultimately their actions will determine whether this fairy tale can reach its "happily ever after."
38
Total episodes
38
Canon episodes
0
Filler episodes
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Canon episodes · 38 Filler episodes · 0
Every season
Seasons and sequels
Single Season
Currently, Princess Tutu 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! Princess Tutu doesn't have a single filler episode: all 38 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 38 episodes of Princess Tutu aired in 2002–2003 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 Princess Tutu is as simple as it gets: start at episode 1 and keep going to episode 38 without detours. If you came looking for which Princess Tutu episodes are filler so you could skip them, the answer is that there aren't any.
Episode by episode
Complete guide by season
38 Episodes
| # | Episodes | Aired | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ahiru and the Prince - Der Nußknacker: Blumenwalzer08/16/2002 | 08/16/2002 | Canon |
| 2 | Pieces of the Heart08/23/2002 | 08/23/2002 | Canon |
| 3 | A Princess's Oath - Dornröschen: Panorama08/30/2002 | 08/30/2002 | Canon |
| 4 | Giselle09/06/2002 | 09/06/2002 | Canon |
| 5 | On the Eve of the Fire Festival - Bilder einer Ausste09/13/2002 | 09/13/2002 | Canon |
| 6 | Aurora Dreaming - Dornröschen: Prolog09/20/2002 | 09/20/2002 | Canon |
| 7 | Raven Princess - An der schönen blauen Donau09/27/2002 | 09/27/2002 | Canon |
| 8 | The Fountain of Warriors - Fantasie-Overtüre zu10/04/2002 | 10/04/2002 | Canon |
| 9 | Black Shoes - Bilder einer Ausstellung: Alten Schloß10/11/2002 | 10/11/2002 | Canon |
| 10 | Cinderella - Aschenbrödel: Walzer-Coda10/18/2002 | 10/18/2002 | Canon |
| 11 | La Sylphide10/25/2002 | 10/25/2002 | Canon |
| 12 | Banquet of Darkness - Scheherazade11/01/2002 | 11/01/2002 | Canon |
| 13 | Swan Lake - Schwanensee11/08/2002 | 11/08/2002 | Canon |
| 14 | Monster Raven - Blumenwalzer (Part 1)11/15/2002 | 11/15/2002 | Canon |
| 15 | Monster Raven - Blumenwalzer (Part 2)11/22/2002 | 11/22/2002 | Canon |
| 16 | Coppelia (Part 1)11/29/2002 | 11/29/2002 | Canon |
| 17 | Coppelia (Part 2)12/06/2002 | 12/06/2002 | Canon |
| 18 | Prayers of a Maiden - Gebet einer Jungfrau (Part 1)12/13/2002 | 12/13/2002 | Canon |
| 19 | Prayers of a Maiden - Gebet einer Jungfrau (Part 2)12/20/2002 | 12/20/2002 | Canon |
| 20 | Crime and Punishment - Carmen Aragonaise (Part 1)01/10/2003 | 01/10/2003 | Canon |
| 21 | Crime and Punishment - Carmen Aragonaise (Part 2)01/17/2003 | 01/17/2003 | Canon |
| 22 | Wandering Knight - Egmont Ouvertüre (Part 1)01/24/2003 | 01/24/2003 | Canon |
| 23 | Wandering Knight - Egmont Ouvertüre (Part 2)01/31/2003 | 01/31/2003 | Canon |
| 24 | A Midsummer Night`s Dream - Ein Sommernachtstraum (Part 1)02/07/2003 | 02/07/2003 | Canon |
| 25 | A Midsummer Night`s Dream - Ein Sommernachtstraum (Part 2)02/14/2003 | 02/14/2003 | Canon |
| 26 | A Forgotten Story - Die verkaufte Braut (Part 1)02/21/2003 | 02/21/2003 | Canon |
| 27 | A Forgotten Story - Die verkaufte Braut (Part 2)02/28/2003 | 02/28/2003 | Canon |
| 28 | The Spinners - Lieder ohne Worte (Part 1)03/07/2003 | 03/07/2003 | Canon |
| 29 | The Spinners - Lieder ohne Worte (Part 2)03/14/2003 | 03/14/2003 | Canon |
| 30 | Crown of Stone - Das große Tor von Kiew (Part 1)03/21/2003 | 03/21/2003 | Canon |
| 31 | Crown of Stone - Das große Tor von Kiew (Part 2)03/28/2003 | 03/28/2003 | Canon |
| 32 | Marionettes - Ruslan und Ludmilla (Part 1)04/04/2003 | 04/04/2003 | Canon |
| 33 | Marionettes - Ruslan und Ludmilla (Part 2)04/11/2003 | 04/11/2003 | Canon |
| 34 | The Prince and the Raven - Danse Macabre (Part 1)04/18/2003 | 04/18/2003 | Canon |
| 35 | The Prince and the Raven - Danse Macabre (Part 2)04/25/2003 | 04/25/2003 | Canon |
| 36 | The Dying Swan - Romeo und Julia (Part 1)05/02/2003 | 05/02/2003 | Canon |
| 37 | The Dying Swan - Romeo und Julia (Part 2)05/09/2003 | 05/09/2003 | Canon |
| 38 | Finale - Der Nußknacker05/23/2003 | 05/23/2003 | Canon |
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Common questions
Frequently asked questions
How many seasons does Princess Tutu have?
Princess Tutu 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 Princess Tutu have?
In total, Princess Tutu has 38 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 Princess Tutu?
It is recommended to watch Princess Tutu 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 Princess Tutu online?
Princess Tutu 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 Princess Tutu a complete anime?
Yes, Princess Tutu 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 Princess Tutu have?
No, Princess Tutu 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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