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Legend of the Galactic Heroes watch order
How to watch
Start with the film My Conquest Is the Sea of Stars (February 1988), which shows the first clash between Reinhard and Yang, then the 110-episode OVA series (1988–1997), which picks up where the film ends. Overture to a New War (1993) expands the first two OVA episodes and Golden Wings (1992) adapts a side story; both are optional. The Gaiden OVAs (1998–2000) are prequel side stories. Die Neue These (2018 onward, Production I.G) is a remake.
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Legend of the Galactic Heroes watch order at a glance
- 1.Ginga Eiyuu Densetsu: Waga Yuku wa Hoshi no Taikai Movie · 1988
- 2.Ginga Eiyuu Densetsu Gaiden: Ougon no Tsubasa Movie · 1992
- 3.Legend of the Galactic Heroes OVA · 1988
- 4.Ginga Eiyuu Densetsu: Arata Naru Tatakai no Overture Movie · 1993
- 5.Ginga Eiyuu Densetsu Gaiden OVA · optional · 1998
- 6.Ginga Eiyuu Densetsu Gaiden (1999) OVA · optional · 1999
Binge plan
How long each way through the franchise takes, what you can skip, and where the story goes next.
Main story only
2d 0h
2 parts, in order
25 days at 2 hours a day
Story + movies
2d 3h
adds 2 movies
26 days at 2 hours a day
Everything
3d 1h
6 entries incl. OVAs and specials
37 days at 2 hours a day
2
core entries
2
movies to include
1
recaps / alt versions to skip
2d 3h
total core runtime
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Where the hours go
Core story and movies in watch order · 2d 3h in total · longest: Legend of the Galactic Heroes
- Ginga Eiyuu Densetsu: Waga Yuku wa Hoshi no Taikai59m
- Ginga Eiyuu Densetsu Gaiden: Ougon no Tsubasa59m
- Legend of the Galactic Heroes47h 40m
- Ginga Eiyuu Densetsu: Arata Naru Tatakai no Overture1h 30m
Show as table
| Item | Runtime |
|---|---|
| Ginga Eiyuu Densetsu: Waga Yuku wa Hoshi no Taikai | 59m |
| Ginga Eiyuu Densetsu Gaiden: Ougon no Tsubasa | 59m |
| Legend of the Galactic Heroes | 47h 40m |
| Ginga Eiyuu Densetsu: Arata Naru Tatakai no Overture | 1h 30m |
Compare the seasons
The main story part by part: community score (Kitsu), length, filler share, and studio. Highest rated: Legend of the Galactic Heroes.
| Part | Year | Episodes | Score | Filler | Studio |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ginga Eiyuu Densetsu: Waga Yuku wa Hoshi no Taikai | 1988 | 1 | 7.79 | – | Artland, Madhouse |
| Legend of the Galactic HeroesTop score | 1988 | 110 | 8.19 | – | Artland |
Filler shows only for parts with a filler list. Scores move as people rate, so this table refreshes daily.
Where to stream Legend of the Galactic Heroes
How many of the 4 seasons and movies each service lists. Catalogues differ by country; each part's own links are in the order below.
- HIDIVE 4 of 4
Recommended order
- 1
MainGinga Eiyuu Densetsu: Waga Yuku wa Hoshi no TaikaiMovie · 1988 · 1 ep · 59m
Core story – watch in this order.
- 2
MovieGinga Eiyuu Densetsu Gaiden: Ougon no TsubasaMovie · 1992 · 1 ep · 59m
Movie – watch it here; the guide above says whether it's part of the main story.
- 3
- 4
MovieGinga Eiyuu Densetsu: Arata Naru Tatakai no OvertureMovie · 1993 · 1 ep · 1h 30m
Movie – watch it here; the guide above says whether it's part of the main story.
- 5
Side storyoptionalGinga Eiyuu Densetsu GaidenOVA · 1998 · 24 ep · 10h 24m
Side story / OVA – optional but adds context.
- 6
Side storyoptionalGinga Eiyuu Densetsu Gaiden (1999)OVA · 1999 · 28 ep · 12h 8m
Side story / OVA – optional but adds context.
Safe to skip
Recap compilations and alternative cuts that retell episodes you will already have seen.
Legend of the Galactic Heroes movies in order
The 2 Legend of the Galactic Heroes films in this watch order, by release date, with the part of the series to watch first.
| # | Movie | Year | Runtime | Score | Watch after |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ginga Eiyuu Densetsu Gaiden: Ougon no Tsubasa | 1992 | 59m | 6.3 | Ginga Eiyuu Densetsu: Waga Yuku wa Hoshi no Taikai |
| 2 | Ginga Eiyuu Densetsu: Arata Naru Tatakai no Overture | 1993 | 1h 30m | 7.9 | Legend of the Galactic Heroes |
Release order
- 1Legend of the Galactic Heroes1988-01
- 2Ginga Eiyuu Densetsu: Waga Yuku wa Hoshi no Taikai1988-02
- 3Ginga Eiyuu Densetsu Gaiden: Ougon no Tsubasa1992-12
- 4Ginga Eiyuu Densetsu: Arata Naru Tatakai no Overture1993-12
- 5Ginga Eiyuu Densetsu Gaiden1998-02
- 6Ginga Eiyuu Densetsu Gaiden (1999)1999-12
- 7Ginga Eiyuu Densetsu: Die Neue These - Kaikou2018-04
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Legend of the Galactic Heroes watch order FAQ
What order should I watch Legend of the Galactic Heroes in?
Start with the film My Conquest Is the Sea of Stars (February 1988), which shows the first clash between Reinhard and Yang, then the 110-episode OVA series (1988–1997), which picks up where the film ends. Overture to a New War (1993) expands the first two OVA episodes and Golden Wings (1992) adapts a side story; both are optional. The Gaiden OVAs (1998–2000) are prequel side stories. Die Neue These (2018 onward, Production I.G) is a remake.
How long does it take to watch all of Legend of the Galactic Heroes?
The core story and movies run about 2d 3h. At two hours a day that is roughly 26 days.
How many seasons does Legend of the Galactic Heroes have?
2 parts make up the main story, plus 2 movies and 2 side stories or OVAs.
How many Legend of the Galactic Heroes movies are there?
2 films are in the watch order: Ginga Eiyuu Densetsu Gaiden: Ougon no Tsubasa (1992), Ginga Eiyuu Densetsu: Arata Naru Tatakai no Overture (1993).
Where do the Legend of the Galactic Heroes movies fit in the watch order?
Ginga Eiyuu Densetsu Gaiden: Ougon no Tsubasa: after Ginga Eiyuu Densetsu: Waga Yuku wa Hoshi no Taikai; Ginga Eiyuu Densetsu: Arata Naru Tatakai no Overture: after Legend of the Galactic Heroes.
Can I skip the Legend of the Galactic Heroes recaps?
Yes. Ginga Eiyuu Densetsu: Die Neue These - Kaikou retell events you have already seen and can be skipped.
Where can I stream all of Legend of the Galactic Heroes?
HIDIVE lists 4 of the 4 seasons and movies. Catalogues differ by country, so check the links on each part above.
Which Legend of the Galactic Heroes season is the best?
By community score on Kitsu, Legend of the Galactic Heroes rates highest at 8.19/10. The comparison table above lists every part's score, length, filler share and studio.