Is the Anime Finished?#
Yes, the original series Heidi - A Girl of the Alps is completely finished. The main anime run took place between January 6, 1974, and December 29, 1974, providing a full narrative arc. If you are looking for a satisfying conclusion to the story of Heidi and her grandfather, the original anime provides a complete experience without the necessity of continuing into other source materials.
If you are looking to start your journey in the Alps, you can watch the anime on Prime Video.
What is Heidi - A Girl of the Alps About?#
This historical drama follows the story of Heidi, an orphan who is sent to live with her grandfather, Öhi, in the mountains of the Alps. Öhi is initially a bitter man who only agrees to take her in by force; however, the heart of the story lies in whether Heidi’s innate kindness can open his heart. Along the way, Heidi shares adventures with Peter, the goat carer, and a girl named Klara, who is crippled.
Appeal and Audience#
Because of its focus on emotional growth, kindness, and the beauty of the historical Alpine setting, this anime is best suited for viewers who enjoy drama and heartwarming character development. Its enduring popularity is evidenced by its inclusion in TV Asahi’s Top 100 Anime lists and its continued presence in DVD rankings.
If you love the series, you might want to buy some Heidi merchandise to remember this touching story.
Recommended Watch Order#
Depending on how much of the Heidi universe you want to explore, there are a few ways to approach the series. For a detailed breakdown of how these titles connect, please refer to the relationship tree provided on this page.
Release Order#
If you want to experience the franchise as it was released to the public:
- Heidi - A Girl of the Alps (1974)
- Alps no Shōjo Heidi (1979 compilation)
- Alps no Shoujo Heidi: Alm no Yama Hen (1993 compilation)
- Alps no Shoujo Heidi: Heidi to Clara Hen (1993 sequel)
- Alps no Rōjin Heidi no Ojii-san (2024 spinoff)
Completionist Order#
For those who want every single piece of content, we recommend starting with the original 1974 series to get the full story, followed by the various compilations from 1979 and 1993. After the compilations, watch the 1993 sequel focusing on Heidi and Clara, and finally, the 2024 spinoff featuring Heidi’s grandfather.
Casual Viewer Order#
If you are not interested in compilations or spinoffs and just want the core story, simply watch the original Heidi - A Girl of the Alps (1974). This provides the complete primary narrative.
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Additional Information#
For those interested in reading more about the story, you can buy the manga or light novel. Additionally, viewers in the U.S. may find the 1974 version available via Amazon Prime Video’s Filmbox Live service in Spanish.
Heidi - A Girl of the Alps • anime • 1974-01-06 to 1974-12-29
└─(compilation)→ Alps no Shōjo Heidi • anime • 1979-03-17
└─(compilation)→ Alps no Shoujo Heidi: Alm no Yama Hen • anime • 1993-04-21
└─(sequel)→ Alps no Shoujo Heidi: Heidi to Clara Hen • anime • 1993-04-21
└─(spinoff)→ Alps no Rōjin Heidi no Ojii-san • anime • 2024-12-18
