Rurouni Kenshin (1996) — Season 1 filler list
27 episodes
16 canon
9 filler
2 mixed
Skip episode 13–18, 25–27.
Season 1 of 94 episodes total · full Rurouni Kenshin (1996) filler list
#1The Handsome Swordsman of Legend: A Man who Fights for LoveRurouni Kenshin (1996) episode 1 is under review — sources disagree, so we show it as mixed rather than guess.
#2Kid Samurai: A Big Ordeal and a New StudentRurouni Kenshin (1996) episode 2 is canon — it adapts the original story.
#3Swordsman of Sorrow: The Man Who Slays His PastRurouni Kenshin (1996) episode 3 is canon — it adapts the original story.
#4Bad! Introducing Sanosuke, Fighter-for-hireRurouni Kenshin (1996) episode 4 is canon — it adapts the original story.
#5The Reverse-blade Sword vs. the Zanbatou: Beyond the BattleRurouni Kenshin (1996) episode 5 is canon — it adapts the original story.
#6The Appearance of Kurogasa: Visitor from the ShadowsRurouni Kenshin (1996) episode 6 is canon — it adapts the original story.
#7Deathmatch under the Moon! Protect the One You LoveRurouni Kenshin (1996) episode 7 is canon — it adapts the original story.
#8A New Battle! The Mysterious Beauty From NowhereRurouni Kenshin (1996) episode 8 is canon — it adapts the original story.
#9The Strongest Group of Ninjas: The Horrible Oniwaban GroupRurouni Kenshin (1996) episode 9 is canon — it adapts the original story.
#10Aoshi: Someone so Beautiful it's FrighteningRurouni Kenshin (1996) episode 10 is canon — it adapts the original story.
#11Farewell, the Strongest Men: The Clash of Light and ShadowRurouni Kenshin (1996) episode 11 is canon — it adapts the original story.
#12Birth of a Boy Swordsman: The Battle of First Apprentice YahikoRurouni Kenshin (1996) episode 12 is canon — it adapts the original story.
#13Strive for the Grand Championship: Toramaru's Sumo Battle Log!Rurouni Kenshin (1996) episode 13 is filler — safe to skip.
#14Save a Small Life: The Challenge of the Beautiful Doctor, MegumiRurouni Kenshin (1996) episode 14 is filler — safe to skip.
#15Assassination Group of Fire: Jinpuu Squad on the RunRurouni Kenshin (1996) episode 15 is filler — safe to skip.
#16A Promise from the Heart: The Secret Technique of the Shiden Renga BladeRurouni Kenshin (1996) episode 16 is filler — safe to skip.
#17Fly to Your Dreams: The Adventures of Marimo, the Human BulletRurouni Kenshin (1996) episode 17 is filler — safe to skip.
#18Run, Yahiko: Get the Reverse-blade Sword Back!Rurouni Kenshin (1996) episode 18 is filler — safe to skip.
#19Raijuta's Ambition: Dream of a Forbidden KingdomRurouni Kenshin (1996) episode 19 is canon — it adapts the original story.
#20Revival of the Shinko Style: The Technique Which Heralds a StormRurouni Kenshin (1996) episode 20 is canon — it adapts the original story.
#21The Dissolution of a Nightmare: Raijuta's Ambition ConcludesRurouni Kenshin (1996) episode 21 is canon — it adapts the original story.
#22First Train Ride: Danger on a Runaway Locomotive!Rurouni Kenshin (1996) episode 22 is under review — sources disagree, so we show it as mixed rather than guess.
#23Sanosuke's Betrayal: The Fateful ReunionRurouni Kenshin (1996) episode 23 is canon — it adapts the original story.
#24Midnight Battle: Sanosuke Verses Kenshin RevisitedRurouni Kenshin (1996) episode 24 is canon — it adapts the original story.
#25The Crimson Pirate: Kenshin and Kaoru Separated!Rurouni Kenshin (1996) episode 25 is filler — safe to skip.
#26Lightning Incarnate: The Noble and Mysterious Female Pirate, ShuraRurouni Kenshin (1996) episode 26 is filler — safe to skip.
#27Burn, Island of Terror: The Crimson Pirate Chapter ConcludesRurouni Kenshin (1996) episode 27 is filler — safe to skip.