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Charlotte
Start here. All 13 episodes follow Yuu from his first run-in with Nao to the finale, and this is the whole story.
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Updated Sep 27, 2026
Charlotte Watch Order (2026 Guide)
A high school student who secretly exploits a supernatural ability gets pulled into a larger world of teenagers with similar powers.
Recommended Order
Quick answer
- Charlotte
Plus 1 optional extra.
1 title · 13 episodes · ~5 hours
Watch the 13-episode TV series first. It is the whole story, and nothing released since continues it. Strong People, a 24-minute special episode, is optional and fits best after the series, even though it takes place early on.
Optional Extras
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Charlotte: Strong People
A full-length side case in which the student council goes after Iori Sekiguchi, a girl who can read minds. Easiest to enjoy once you have finished the series.
⚠ Never broadcast. First released with the Japanese Blu-ray/DVD volume 7 on March 30, 2016.
Why This Order
Charlotte is a single 13-episode TV series, and that is the only place to start. It follows Yuu Otosaka from the day Nao Tomori catches him misusing his ability through to the final episode, and there is no second season.
Strong People is set between episodes 4 and 5, during the stretch where the student council tracks down new ability users one at a time. It is placed after the series here rather than inside it. It was made as a bonus for the Japanese home video release, it does not change anything that happens later, and the series gathers momentum from episode 5 onward, so pausing there for a side case slows the build.
Watched after episode 13, it works as a look back at the early days of the student council, and nothing in it gives away the rest of the series.
How Many Episodes and Seasons Does Charlotte Have?
Charlotte has 1 season in the main run — 13 episodes altogether.
Main Run
| Title | Type | Episodes | Aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Charlotte | TV Series | 13 episodes | July 2015 |
Optional Extras
| Title | Type | Episodes | Aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Charlotte: Strong People | OVA | 1 episode | March 2016 |
1 title · 13 episodes · ~5 hours
Source Material
Charlotte is an original anime written by Jun Maeda, so there is no source to continue from after episode 13. A manga adaptation of the anime and a 4-koma comedy spin-off were published later in Japan, but both follow the anime rather than extend it.
Charlotte Watch Order FAQ
Where should I start with Charlotte?
Start with episode 1 of the 13-episode TV series. It is the only part of the story you need.
What is the correct order to watch Charlotte?
Watch the TV series (13 episodes) first, then the optional special episode Strong People. If you prefer strict story order, watch Strong People between episodes 4 and 5.
Do I need to watch Charlotte: Strong People?
No. It is a 24-minute side case in which the student council tracks down Iori Sekiguchi, a girl who can read minds. It does not change anything that happens in the series.
Where does the Charlotte OVA fit?
Strong People takes place between episodes 4 and 5. It was never broadcast and first came with the Japanese Blu-ray/DVD volume 7 on March 30, 2016. Most viewers watch it after the series, and it only touches on events up to episode 4.
Is there a Charlotte movie?
No. Charlotte has no film. The anime consists of the 13-episode TV series and the Strong People special episode.
Is Charlotte finished? Will there be a Season 2?
Yes, it is finished. The TV series ended with episode 13 on September 27, 2015, and no second season has been announced.
Is Charlotte based on a manga or light novel?
No. Charlotte is an original anime written by Jun Maeda, the creator of Angel Beats!. A manga adaptation of the anime and a 4-koma comedy spin-off were published later, but neither is the source of the story.
Are there any filler episodes in Charlotte?
No. Charlotte is an original anime with no source material to deviate from, so all 13 episodes are part of the main story.
Is there an English dub?
Yes. Aniplex of America released an English dub in 2016, produced with Bang Zoom! Entertainment, with Ray Chase as Yuu and Lauren Landa as Nao. It covers all 13 episodes and Strong People.
Where can I watch Charlotte?
As of September 2026, Charlotte streams on Crunchyroll and Netflix in the US. Availability varies by region.
How long does it take to watch Charlotte?
The 13 TV episodes take about 5 hours. Strong People adds another 24 minutes.