Code Geass Watch Order & Filler List!

If you’re reading this, you probably have heard all about Code Geass’s greatness. Undoubtedly, it is one of the best anime out there, whose popularity just keeps on increasing with time.

Code Geass is an original anime made by studio Sunrise that follows Lelouche Lamperouge, a Britannian student who's given a power called Geass. Now, of course, with this newfound power, what does he plan to do? Conquer the world, that’s what.

While the plot seems a little generic, there are enough twists and turns involved to keep you on the edge of your seat. The pacing and the progression up to the conclusion are exceptionally brilliant, deservedly granting Code Geass legendary status.

With great characters, blood-pumping soundtracks, political intrigue, action, drama, and strong moral themes, this anime is sure to make its way into your top 10 list. And by following this Code Geass watch order, you’re sure to be thoroughly entertained. So with that said, let’s get started!

Code Geass: Release Order

TV Series

• Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion (2006)
• Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion R2 (2008)

Movies

• Code Geass: Akito the Exiled – The Wyvern Arrives (2012)
• Code Geass: Akito the Exiled - The Wyvern Divided (2013)
• Code Geass: Akito the Exiled - The Brightness Falls (2015)
• Code Geass: Akito the Exiled - Memories of Hatred (2015)
• Code Geass: Akito the Exiled - To Beloved Ones (2016)
• Code Geass: Hangyaku No Lelouch I – Koudou (2017)
• Code Geass: Hangyaku No Lelouch II – Handou (2018)
• Code Geass: Hangyaku No Lelouch III – Oudou (2018)
• Code Geass: Fukkatsu No Lelouch (2019)

OVAs

• Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion Special Edition Black Rebellion (2008)
• Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion R2 Special Edition Zero Requiem (2009)
• Code Geass: Kiseki no Tanjōbi (2010)
• Code Geass: Hangyaku no Lelouch – Nunnally in Wonderland (2012)
• Code Geass: Oz the Reflection Picture Drama (2013)

Specials

• Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion Picture Dramas (2007)
• Code Geass: Hangyaku no Lelouch Picture Drama - Hajimari no Zenya (2013)
• Code Geass: Akito the Exiled 2 - The Torn-Up Wyvern Picture Drama (2013)
• Code Geass: Boukoku no Akito 3 - Kagayaku Mono Ten yori Otsu Picture Drama (2015)
• Code Geass: Boukoku no Akito 4 - Nikushimi no Kioku kara Picture Drama (2015)
• Code Geass: Boukoku no Akito 5 - Itoshiki Mono-tachi e Picture Drama (2016)
• Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion: Miraculous Anniversary (2017)
• Code Geass: Hangyaku no Lelouch Picture Drama - Kamen Kokuhaku Taikai (2017)

Code Geass: Chronological Order

Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion and Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion R2 are the two original series that show Lelouch‘s quest to take over Brittania. Neither the OVAs nor the movies add extra content based on the R1 and R2 timelines.

However, if you want to experience all the alternate timelines, then Akito the Exiled movies and Lelouch of the Resurrection should be on your watch list. This is the order in which you can watch Code Geass.

• Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion
• Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion R2
• Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion Special Edition Black Rebellion
• Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion R2 Special Edition Zero Requiem
• Code Geass: Kiseki no Tanjōbi
• Code Geass: Hangyaku no Lelouch – Nunnally in Wonderland
• Code Geass: Akito the Exiled – The Wyvern Arrives
• Code Geass: Akito the Exiled - The Wyvern Divided
• Code Geass: Akito the Exiled - The Brightness Falls
• Code Geass: Akito the Exiled - Memories of Hatred
• Code Geass: Akito the Exiled - To Beloved Ones
• Code Geass: Hangyaku No Lelouch I – Koudou
• Code Geass: Hangyaku No Lelouch II – Handou
• Code Geass: Hangyaku No Lelouch III – Oudou
• Code Geass: Fukkatsu No Lelouch

Code Geass: Watch Order & Links

Code Geass is set in an alternate reality in which Britain conquered the rest of America. Thus, the Holy Britannian Empire became the world's largest superpower, covering one-third of the world. The story follows Lelouch Lamperouge, the eleventh prince of the Empire, who develops a hatred for the emperor of Britannia and the entire imperial establishment. 

After an encounter with a mysterious young woman named C.C., Lelouch gains the power of Geass, granting him the ability to force anyone to do what he wishes. With this ability, Lelouch finally has enough power to begin his battle against the Britannian Empire.

You can find the watch order and watch links for Code Geass below!

1. Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion

• Year - 2006
• Type - TV
• Episodes - 25
• Watch it here - AnimeLab, Crunchyroll, Hulu, Netflix, Funimation

2. Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion R2

• Year - 2008
• Type - TV
• Episodes - 25
• Watch it here - AnimeLab, Crunchyroll, Hulu, Netflix, Funimation

3. Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion Special Edition - Black Rebellion

• Year - 2008
• Type - OVA
• Episodes - 1

Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion Special Edition is a film that recounts all of the first season's events from Lelouch's perspective.

4. Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion R2 Special Edition - Zero Requiem

• Year - 2009
• Type - OVA
• Episodes - 1

Zero Requiem is a film recap of all the events that occurred in the second season, similar to Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion Special Edition- Black Rebellion.

5. Code Geass: Hangyaku no Lelouch - Kiseki no Birthday

• Year - 2010
• Type - Specials
• Episodes - 1

The narrative revolves around a scenario in which militants supporting the Neo-Chinese Federation take over Ashford Academy as they prepare for their December school carnival. As students are held captive and the school is taken over by terrorists, Lelouch, Suzaku, and the student council battle for victory.

6. Code Geass: Hangyaku no Lelouch - Nunnally in Wonderland

• Year - 2012
• Type - OVA
• Episodes - 1

In this OVA, Lelouch uses his Geass power to help his younger sister Nunnally experience the world in Alice in Wonderland.

7. Code Geass: Akito the Exiled (5 Movies)

• Year - 2012-2016
• Type - Movie
• Episodes - 5
• Watch it here - AnimeLab, Crunchyroll, Funimation

Code Geass: Akito the Exiled is a spin-off of the Code Geass series in which the point of view is now shifted to the E.U., which aids in a better understanding of the events of Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion Season 1 and R2.

8. Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion I - Initiation

• Year - 2017
• Type - Movie
• Episodes - 1
• Watch it here - Netflix, Funimation

If you wish to see Code Geass: Lelouch of the Resurrection, you must first watch this collection of films because the series ends after Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion R2.

9. Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion II - Transgression

• Year - 2018
• Type - Movie
• Episodes - 1
• Watch it here - Netflix, Funimation

10. Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion III - Glorification

• Year - 2018
• Type - Movie
• Episodes - 1
• Watch it here - Netflix, Funimation

11. Code Geass: Lelouch of the Resurrection

• Year - 2019
• Type - Movie
• Episodes - 1
• Watch it here - Netflix, Funimation

Is There Any Filler in Code Geass?

There are no filler episodes in Code Geass; however, not all the episodes strictly follow the serious plotline. Many filler-like episodes are inserted throughout the anime where the students make a giant pizza or chase a cat. However, these episodes are thoroughly entertaining, and we advise you not to skip them!