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Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion (2006)

Japanese · Animation / Sci-Fi & Fantasy · 25 min
★ 8.4 Solid 938 ratings
▸ Must watch
Released 5 Oct 2006
Page updated 25 Sept 2026

Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion is streaming in Japan on Netflix, dAnime Amazon Channel.

The verdict

Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion landed among the stronger Japanese series of its release window. It carries an 8.4/10 on TMDB across 938 ratings — comfortably clear of the pack. Episodes clock in around 25 minutes. In Japan you can stream it on Netflix, dAnime Amazon Channel.

Is it worth starting?

This is 2 seasons deep — Japanese animation with sci-fi & fantasy threaded through. Under the two-hour mark — an easy weeknight watch.

Why
It rates 8.4/10 on 938 ratings so far — a strong early showing.
Skip if
you won't get past the format
Best for
An episode-a-night rhythm

Story

Japan has been invaded and conquered by the Britannian Empire. Japan is now known as Area 11 and its citizens known as Elevens. The Britannian Empire takes away Japan's autonomous power and imposes its rule through the use of Knightmares. The Empire's rule has never faltered, but cracks have begun to show...

Good to know

Runtime~25 min per episode
GenreAnimation / Sci-Fi & Fantasy
LanguageJapanese
Best screenStream at home

Cast

Jun Fukuyama
Jun Fukuyama
Lelouch (voice)
Takahiro Sakurai
Takahiro Sakurai
Suzaku (voice)
Yukana
Yukana
C.C. (voice)
Ami Koshimizu
Ami Koshimizu
Kallen (voice)

Where to watch in Japan

NetflixdAnime Amazon Channel

Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.

Rent or buy
Amazon VideoGoogle Play Movies

Availability as of 25 Sept 2026 — platforms may change over time.

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Frequently asked

Is Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion worth watching?
Must watch. It rates 8.4/10 on audience ratings. This is 2 seasons deep — Japanese animation with sci-fi & fantasy threaded through. Under the two-hour mark — an easy weeknight watch.
Where can I watch Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion?
You can stream Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion in Japan on Netflix, dAnime Amazon Channel.
What language is Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion in?
Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion is a Japanese series (Animation / Sci-Fi & Fantasy).
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