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Is Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion Finished? Watch Order & Complete Guide

Ongoing Action Drama Psychological Science Fiction Mecha Politics
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What is Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion?
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Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion is a high-stakes blend of action, psychological thriller, and science fiction. The story takes place in an alternate history where the Empire of Britannia has conquered Japan, renaming it “Area 11” and stripping its people of their rights.

The plot follows Lelouch, a Britannian living in Japan who harbors a deep hatred for the Empire. After encountering a mysterious girl, Lelouch is granted the power of “Geass,” which allows him to command anyone to obey any order. Using this power and his brilliance for strategy, Lelouch adopts the persona of the masked rebel “Zero” to lead a rebellion against Britannia. Along the way, he finds himself in a complex conflict with his childhood friend Suzaku, who has joined the Britannian military and pilots the prototype Knightmare Frame, Lancelot.

If you’re ready to dive into this world of mind control and mecha warfare, you can watch the anime on Prime Video.

Is the Anime Really Finished?
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Whether Code Geass is “finished” depends on what you are looking for. If you watch the original series, Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion and its direct sequel, Lelouch of the Rebellion R2, you will receive a satisfying and definitive conclusion to the primary narrative arc of Lelouch.

However, the franchise has expanded significantly beyond that original ending. There is an alternate timeline established through compilation movies that leads into sequels like Code Geass: Lelouch of the Re;surrection and Code Geass: Rozé of the Recapture. Furthermore, news of 20th-anniversary projects, new smartphone games, and the TV airing of Rozé of the Recapture indicates that the Code Geass universe is very much ongoing.

Who Should Watch This?
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This series is ideal for viewers who enjoy intricate plotting, political intrigue, and character-driven drama. Because it blends themes of terrorism, war, and immortality with school life and mecha action, it appeals to a wide variety of tastes. If you like psychological battles and “real robot” science fiction, this is a must-watch.

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Recommended Watch Order#

Because of the various sequels, spinoffs, and alternate timelines, the watch order can be confusing. You can refer to the relationship tree on this page for a visual breakdown, but here are our recommendations based on your goals:

The Standard/Release Order
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For most new viewers, the simplest path is to follow the original release:

  1. Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion
  2. Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion R2

The Completionist Order
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If you want to experience every piece of animated content, including the expanded universe and alternate timelines, follow this path:

  1. Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion
  2. Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion R2
  3. Code Geass: Akito the Exiled (Spinoff)
  4. Code Geass: Nunnally in Wonderland (Related short)
  5. The compilation movies (Starting with Black Rebellion and leading into the 2017 series)
  6. Code Geass: Lelouch of the Re;surrection
  7. Code Geass: Rozé of the Recapture
  8. Code Geass Hoshi Oi no Aspal

The “Source Material” Path
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For those who want to supplement the anime with written works, you can start with the anime series and then dive into the manga. There is a direct manga adaptation of the main story, but also several fascinating spinoffs such as Code Geass: Tales of an Alternate Shogunate, Code Geass: Renya of the Darkness, and Code Geass: Nightmare of Nunnally.

You can buy the manga to explore these alternate perspectives and deeper lore.

Extra Tips for Fans
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If you’ve finished the series and are looking for more, the franchise frequently releases new merchandise and media. From high-quality figures of Knightmare Frames to apparel, you can find official merchandise here. Also, keep an eye out for the recent stage musical adaptations that bring the drama of the rebellion to the live stage.

Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion • anime • 2006-10-05 to 2007-03-29 (Eps 1-23 broadcast)
  └─(adaptation)→  Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion • manga • 2006-12-26
   └─(spinoff)→   Code Geass: Tales of an Alternate Shogunate • manga • 2008-10-25
   └─(related)→   Code Geass: Renya of the Darkness • manga • 2010-05-26 (serialized in Monthly Shonen Ace)
   └─(related)→   Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion Knight • manga • 2007-07-26
   └─(related)→   Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion Queen • manga • 2007-07-26
  └─(sequel)→  Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion R2 • anime • 2008-04-06 to 2008-09-28
   └─(compilation)→   Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion R2 Special Edition 'Zero Requiem' • anime • 2009-07-24
   └─(compilation)→   Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion • anime • 2017-10-21
    └─(sequel)→    Code Geass: Lelouch of the Re;surrection • anime • 2019-02-09
     └─(sequel)→     Code Geass: Rozé of the Recapture • anime • 2024-05-10 (ep. 1 theatrical screening)
      └─(amalgam)→      Code Geass: Rozé of the Recapture • anime • 2024-06-21
      └─(sequel)→      Code Geass Hoshi Oi no Aspal • anime • 
  └─(spinoff)→  Code Geass: Suzaku of the Counterattack • manga • 2006-10-10 to 2008-08-09 (serialized in Beans Ace, vol. 6 - 15)
  └─(spinoff)→  Code Geass: Nightmare of Nunnally • manga • 2007-06-26
  └─(spinoff)→  Code Geass: Akito the Exiled • anime • 2012-08-04 (first episode screened in selected theaters)
  └─(related)→  Code Geass: Nunnally in Wonderland • anime • 2012-07-27
  └─(compilation)→  Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion Special Edition 'Black Rebellion' • anime • 2008-02-22

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