The Rose of Versailles 1979
What is The Rose of Versailles?
The Rose of Versailles is an animated drama series first released in 1979. Set in the years preceding the French Revolution, the narrative follows the Lady Oscar, a character who was raised from birth as a man and who commands the palace guards at Versailles.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 1979
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 40
- Runtime
- 24 minutes
- First aired
- Oct 10, 1979
- Last aired
- Sep 3, 1980
- Original language
- JA
- Origin
- JP
- Networks
- Nippon TV
- Genres
- Animation, Drama
- Updated
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The Rose of Versailles is an animated drama series first released in 1979. Set in the years preceding the French Revolution, the narrative follows the Lady Oscar, a character who was raised from birth as a man and who commands the palace guards at Versailles. Her beauty and noble spirit make her a celebrated figure to both men and women, while she navigates the tension between her chosen life of service to class and country and the stirrings of her own heart. Oscar inhabits the lavish environment of the royal court, yet her keen senses and compassion prevent her from being blinded by the surrounding opulence. The series portrays her awareness of the widespread poverty affecting the French people, highlighting her internal conflict between duty and personal desire. Through this juxtaposition of grandeur and hardship, the show explores themes of identity, responsibility, and empathy within a historical setting. Classified as both animation and drama, the series blends visual artistry with serious storytelling.
Should you watch it?
“A noble-born woman leads Versailles’ guard while grappling with duty and desire.”
- Strong central character defying gender norms
- Rich depiction of pre-revolutionary Versailles
- Explores conflict between duty and personal desire
- Focus on internal conflict may limit action
- Historical setting may feel distant
Watch it if you enjoy character-driven historical dramas about personal duty versus desire.
The series features mature themes of duty, gender identity, and social inequality, suited for older teens and adults.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 40 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide →- E1 Oscar! The Destiny of Roses Oct 10, 1979
- E2 Flutter! Austria's Butterfly Oct 17, 1979
- E3 Sparks Falling Over Versailles Oct 24, 1979
- E4 Roses, Wine, and Conspiracy... Oct 31, 1979
- E5 Tears Falling With Dignity Nov 7, 1979
- E6 Silk Dresses and Ragged Clothes Nov 14, 1979
- E7 Who Wrote the Love Letter? Nov 21, 1979
- E8 The Oscar of My Heart Nov 28, 1979
- E9 The Sun Sets, The Sun Rises Dec 5, 1979
- E10 The Beautiful Devil Jeanne Dec 12, 1979
- E11 Fersen Leaves for the North Dec 19, 1979
- E12 The Morning of the Duel, Oscar is...? Dec 26, 1979
- E13 Oh, Winds of Arras, Answer... Jan 9, 1980
- E14 The Angel's Secret Jan 16, 1980
- E15 Countess of the Casino Jan 23, 1980
- E16 Mother, What is That Person's Name...? Jan 30, 1980
- E17 Now is the Time to Meet Again Feb 6, 1980
- E18 Suddenly, Like Icarus Feb 13, 1980
- E19 Farewell, My Younger Sister! Feb 20, 1980
- E20 Fersen, A Circle Dance of Memories Feb 27, 1980
- E21 A Black Rose Blooms at Night Mar 5, 1980
- E22 The Necklace's Ominous Radiance Mar 12, 1980
- E23 Cunning and Tough! Mar 19, 1980
- E24 Adieu, My Youth Mar 26, 1980
- E25 Unrequited Love's Minuet Apr 2, 1980
- E26 I Want to Meet the Black Knight! Apr 9, 1980
- E27 Even if I Lose the Light... Apr 16, 1980
- E28 Andre, A Pale Lemon Apr 30, 1980
- E29 A Doll Starting to Walk May 14, 1980
- E30 You are the Light, I am the Shadow May 21, 1980
- E31 Lilacs Bloom in the Barracks Jun 4, 1980
- E32 Prelude to the Storm Jun 18, 1980
- E33 In the Twilight, The Funeral Bells Ring Jul 2, 1980
- E34 Now, "The Tennis Court Oath" Jul 9, 1980
- E35 Oscar, Now, The Time of Separation Jul 23, 1980
- E36 The Password is "Farewell" Jul 30, 1980
- E37 The Night of Passionate Vows Aug 6, 1980
- E38 At Fate's Door Aug 20, 1980
- E39 That Smile Will Never Return! Aug 27, 1980
- E40 Farewell, My Darling Oscar Sep 3, 1980
Frequently asked questions
What role does Lady Oscar hold?
Lady Oscar commands the palace guards at Versailles.
When is the story set?
It takes place in the years before the French Revolution.
Does the series address gender identity?
Yes, Oscar was raised as a man despite being female.
What central themes are explored?
The series examines duty versus personal desire, class disparity, and compassion for the poor.
Is the series animated?
Yes, it is presented as an animated drama.