10/10/1979 - 09/03/1980 Finished
Versailles no Bara (ベルサイユのばら)
Also known as: The Rose of Versailles
In a time of class stratification and rising tensions amongst the impoverished population, the Austrian Empire sends Princess Marie Antoinette to France to be wed to Crown Prince Louis XVI. The political marriage is arranged to strengthen the alliance between both countries, but the future queen is deeply unsatisfied with her fate being decided for her. Upon arrival in the country, Marie Antoinette is acquainted with Oscar Fançois de Jarjayes—Commander of the Royal Guard. Due to her father's desire for a son, Oscar is raised as a boy with an expectation to inherit his title as The Commander. Though she is revered by both men and women alike, Oscar cannot help but desire to live life as a woman instead of masquerading as a man. As Oscar reluctantly serves the young, spoiled queen, the growing resentment and suffering of the poor become harder for her to ignore—especially when Marie Antoinette frivolously spends her wealth.
40
Total episodes
40
Canon episodes
0
Filler episodes
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Canon episodes · 40 Filler episodes · 0
Every season
Seasons and sequels
Single Season
Currently, Versailles no Bara 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! Versailles no Bara doesn't have a single filler episode: all 40 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 40 episodes of Versailles no Bara aired in 1979–1980 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 Versailles no Bara is as simple as it gets: start at episode 1 and keep going to episode 40 without detours. If you came looking for which Versailles no Bara episodes are filler so you could skip them, the answer is that there aren't any.
Episode by episode
Complete guide by season
40 Episodes
| # | Episodes | Aired | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Oscar, the Destiny of a Rose10/10/1979 | 10/10/1979 | Canon |
| 2 | Fly! An Austrian Butterfly!10/17/1979 | 10/17/1979 | Canon |
| 3 | A Spark in Versailles10/24/1979 | 10/24/1979 | Canon |
| 4 | Rose, Wine, and Conspiracy...10/31/1979 | 10/31/1979 | Canon |
| 5 | Tears with Dignity...11/07/1979 | 11/07/1979 | Canon |
| 6 | A Silk Dress and a Rugged Dress11/14/1979 | 11/14/1979 | Canon |
| 7 | Who Wrote the Love Letter?11/21/1979 | 11/21/1979 | Canon |
| 8 | Oscar in My Heart11/28/1979 | 11/28/1979 | Canon |
| 9 | Sun Sets, Sun Rises12/05/1979 | 12/05/1979 | Canon |
| 10 | A Beautiful Devil, Jeanne12/12/1979 | 12/12/1979 | Canon |
| 11 | Fersen Departs for the Northland12/19/1979 | 12/19/1979 | Canon |
| 12 | Oscar, at the Duel at Dawn12/26/1979 | 12/26/1979 | Canon |
| 13 | The Wind of Arras, Please Respond...01/09/1980 | 01/09/1980 | Canon |
| 14 | The Secret of the Angel01/16/1980 | 01/16/1980 | Canon |
| 15 | Countess of Casino01/23/1980 | 01/23/1980 | Canon |
| 16 | Mother, Her Name is...01/30/1980 | 01/30/1980 | Canon |
| 17 | Now the Time of Encounter02/06/1980 | 02/06/1980 | Canon |
| 18 | Suddenly, Like Icarus02/13/1980 | 02/13/1980 | Canon |
| 19 | Farewell, My Sister!02/20/1980 | 02/20/1980 | Canon |
| 20 | Fersen, a Farewell Rondeau02/27/1980 | 02/27/1980 | Canon |
| 21 | The Black Rose Blooms at Night03/05/1980 | 03/05/1980 | Canon |
| 22 | The Necklace Shines Ominously03/12/1980 | 03/12/1980 | Canon |
| 23 | Cunning and Tough!03/19/1980 | 03/19/1980 | Canon |
| 24 | Adieu, My Youth03/26/1980 | 03/26/1980 | Canon |
| 25 | A Minuet of Unrequited Love04/02/1980 | 04/02/1980 | Canon |
| 26 | I Want to See the Black Knight!04/09/1980 | 04/09/1980 | Canon |
| 27 | Even if I Lose the Light...04/16/1980 | 04/16/1980 | Canon |
| 28 | Andre, a Green Lemon04/30/1980 | 04/30/1980 | Canon |
| 29 | A Marionette Starting to Walk05/14/1980 | 05/14/1980 | Canon |
| 30 | You are the Light, I am the Shadow05/21/1980 | 05/21/1980 | Canon |
| 31 | A Lilac Blooming in the Barracks06/04/1980 | 06/04/1980 | Canon |
| 32 | The Prelude to the Storm06/18/1980 | 06/18/1980 | Canon |
| 33 | A Funeral Bell Tolls in the Twilight07/02/1980 | 07/02/1980 | Canon |
| 34 | Now "The Tennis Court Oath"07/09/1980 | 07/09/1980 | Canon |
| 35 | Oscar, Now is the Time to Flee the Nest07/23/1980 | 07/23/1980 | Canon |
| 36 | The Watchword is "Au Revoir"07/30/1980 | 07/30/1980 | Canon |
| 37 | On the Night of Passionate Vows08/06/1980 | 08/06/1980 | Canon |
| 38 | In Front of the Door of Destiny08/20/1980 | 08/20/1980 | Canon |
| 39 | His Smile is Forever Gone!08/27/1980 | 08/27/1980 | Canon |
| 40 | Adieu, My Beloved Oscar09/03/1980 | 09/03/1980 | Canon |
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Common questions
Frequently asked questions
How many seasons does Versailles no Bara have?
Versailles no Bara 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 Versailles no Bara have?
In total, Versailles no Bara has 40 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 Versailles no Bara?
It is recommended to watch Versailles no Bara 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 Versailles no Bara online?
Versailles no Bara is available on the following streaming platforms: Animation Digital Network. 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.
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Is Versailles no Bara a complete anime?
Yes, Versailles no Bara 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 Versailles no Bara have?
No, Versailles no Bara 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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