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Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion 2006

★ 8.4/10 · 901 votes TV-MA AnimationSci-Fi & FantasyAction & AdventureDrama 2 seasons · 50 eps Ended
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What is Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion?

Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion is a Japanese anime television series produced by the studio Sunrise. The show was created by Ichiro Okouchi and Goro Taniguchi, with character designs by Clamp and mechanical designs by Akira Yasuda.

Type
TV series
Year
2006
Status
Ended
Episodes
50
Runtime
25 minutes
First aired
Oct 5, 2006
Last aired
Sep 28, 2008
Original language
JA
Origin
JP
Networks
MBS
Genres
Animation, Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Action & Adventure, Drama
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Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion is a Japanese anime television series produced by the studio Sunrise. The show was created by Ichiro Okouchi and Goro Taniguchi, with character designs by Clamp and mechanical designs by Akira Yasuda. The series aired between 2006 and 2008. The narrative is set in a world where the Britannian Empire has invaded and conquered Japan. Following this occupation, Japan is renamed Area 11, and its citizens are referred to as Elevens. The empire enforces its rule over the territory through the use of machines known as Knightmares, effectively stripping Japan of its autonomous power. The story follows an outcast prince who receives a mysterious power that allows him to control others. Utilizing this ability, he becomes the masked leader of a rebellion against the all-powerful Britannian Empire. While the empire has maintained control for some time, the series begins as cracks in its authority start to appear. The Japanese voice cast includes Jun Fukuyama, Takahiro Sakurai, and Yukana, while the English cast includes Johnny Yong Bosch.

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“An outcast prince gains a mysterious power to lead a rebellion against an all-powerful empire.”

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  • engaging premise
  • complex power dynamics
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  • intense themes

Watch it if you enjoy stories about political uprisings and strategic warfare.

The series features themes of conflict and rebellion within a military occupation setting.

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Frequently asked questions

Who created the series?

The series was created by Ichiro Okouchi and Goro Taniguchi.

What is the setting of the show?

The story takes place in Japan, which has been conquered by the Britannian Empire and renamed Area 11.

Who produced the series?

The series was produced by the studio Sunrise.

What is the main character's role?

The main character is an outcast prince who becomes the masked leader of a rebellion.

What are the machines used by the empire?

The empire enforces its rule through the use of Knightmares.