1997
TV-14
24m

Summary A tomboyish schoolgirl finds herself forced into repeated duels for another girl who has a role in a world revolution. View more details

1997
TV-14
24m

Revolutionary Girl Utena

Directed : Unknown

Written : Unknown

Stars : Rachael Lillis Tomoko Kawakami Yuriko Fuchizaki Sharon Becker

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Genres : Thriller Comedy Fantasy Drama Animation Romance

Release date : Apr 1, 1997

Countries of origin : Japan

Language : English Japanese

Production companies : J.C. Staff TV Tokyo Yomiko Advertising

Summary A tomboyish schoolgirl finds herself forced into repeated duels for another girl who has a role in a world revolution. View more details

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Genres : Thriller Comedy Fantasy Drama Animation Romance

Release date : Apr 1, 1997

Countries of origin : Japan

Language : English Japanese

Production companies : J.C. Staff TV Tokyo Yomiko Advertising

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Episode 1 • Apr 01, 1997

The Rose Bride

In an attempt to defend her best friend's honor, Utena challenges the kendo captain to a duel, and soon finds herself wrapped up in so much more than she'd anticipated.

Episode 2 • Apr 08, 1997

For Whom the Rose Smiles

By chance, Utena managed to defeat Saionji in their duel, and now he's determined to have a rematch. However, Utena already secretly intends to lose on purpose.

Episode 3 • Apr 15, 1997

On the Night of the Ball

As Utena continues to adjust to life with her new roommate, she starts to realize how few friends Anthy actually has.

Episode 4 • Apr 22, 1997

The Sunlit Garden: Prelude

Miki, a shy pianist and member of the Student Council, has an interest in Anthy. Miki swears he has no interest in the duels and offers to help tutor Utena and Anthy.

Episode 5 • Apr 29, 1997

The Sunlit Garden: Finale

Miki's starting to realize the extent of Anthy's loyalty to her role as the Rose Bride. Will such an understanding be enough to move such a passive boy to duel for possession of her?

Episode 6 • May 06, 1997

Nanami, Beware!

A number of strange events have been occuring, placing Nanami in danger. The latest caused a dashing young boy to appear from out of nowhere to save her.

Episode 7 • May 13, 1997

Juri's Unfulfillment

Jury, the fencing team captain, has taken a special interest in Utena lately. She finds Utena's lack of regard for the dueling game to be sensible, but Jury still hopes to accomplish something by winning.

Episode 8 • May 20, 1997

The Great Curry High Trip

A mishap during home economics has caused Anthy and Utena to switch bodies. Nanami, accepting the blame for this mishap, sets out to find the cure for their predicament.

Episode 9 • May 27, 1997

The Castle Said to Hold Eternity

Saionji and Touga have always been at odds since they were children.

Episode 10 • Jun 03, 1997

Nanami's Precious One

Nanami's possessiveness of her brother has only grown after his injury at the hands of Saionji. Even the simplest gesure from Utena brings Nanami's jealousy and anger out...

Episode 11 • Jun 10, 1997

Graceful and Ruthless: The One Who Picks the Flower

Utena has gradually grown fonder of Touga over time. But even as she ponders as to whether or not Touga may be her prince, his plots continue to encircle her.

Episode 12 • Jun 17, 1997

For Friendship, Perhaps

After losing to Touga in their duel, Utena's spirit has been crushed.

Episode 13 • Jun 24, 1997

Tracing a Path

A look back at all the prior duels and major events with some perspective. Also, a hint of what lies in store for Utena if she continues the path of the duelist.

Episode 14 • Jul 01, 1997

The Boys of the Black Rose

Utena is introduced to Anthy's older brother, Akio, who also happens to be the acting chairman for the school. Meanwhile, trouble is brewing in the depths of Nemuro Memorial Hall.

Episode 15 • Jul 08, 1997

The Landscape Framed by Kozue

Kozue, Miki's twin sister, is seen as somewhat of an oddity around school. In particular, her feelings for her brother remain most ambiguous... but the Black Rose Society knows all.

Episode 16 • Jul 15, 1997

Cowbell of Happiness

Nanami's just received a priceless piece of jewelry; a Sebastian Dior... cow bell. As she touts it around school, people start to wonder if she's truly lost her mind.

Episode 17 • Jul 22, 1997

Thorns of Death

Shiori, Jury's childhood friend and the source of her heart's turmoil, has transferred to Ohtori Academy. As Jury tries her best to ignore Shiori, Mikage's seminar beckons to her.

Episode 18 • Jul 29, 1997

Mitsuru's Growing Pains

Mitsuru is constantly being excluded and disregarded due to his age. He yearns to be more like an adult, but isn't even sure what that entails.

Episode 19 • Aug 05, 1997

The Song of the Fallen Kingdom

When Wakaba was a child, she had a prince she'd held close in her heart. Well now, her prince has arrived at Ohtori, but he's interested in Utena! Will Utena be able to set him straight?

Episode 20 • Aug 12, 1997

Wakaba Flourishing

The expelled student council vice president, Saionji, has been shacking up with Wakaba. As she spends time with him, she starts to feel a change within herself.

Episode 21 • Aug 19, 1997

Troublesome Insects

Keiko's always been content with being a member of Nanami's gang, but her desires for Touga still remain. When an opportunity opens for her, it results in a disaster that Mikage can exploit.

Episode 22 • Aug 26, 1997

Nemuro Memorial Hall

The truth behind Nemuro Memorial Hall's dark history lies shrouded in mystery. As Mikage is down to his last black rose, he stakes his last hopes on allying with Utena.

Episode 23 • Sep 02, 1997

Qualifications of a Duelist

As the student council searches for answers as to who is behind the Black Rose Duelists, Utena is already poised to fight the mastermind of the plot.

Episode 24 • Sep 09, 1997

The Secret Nanami Diary

After a mishap puts Mitsuru in the hospital, Utena, Anthy, and Nanami stumble upon a diary he's kept that details Nanami's every plot since the time he's known her.

Episode 25 • Sep 16, 1997

Their Eternal Apocalypse

Saionji, still sore from the events surrounding his expulsion, vows to quit the dueling game. However, Touga and Akio have other plans for him.

Episode 26 • Sep 23, 1997

Miki's Nest Box (The Sunlit Garden/Arranged)

Miki, despite his friendship with Utena and Anthy, is once again pushed to duel. This time, his sister is the one doing the pushing.

Episode 27 • Sep 30, 1997

Nanami's Egg

Nanami is startled to find an egg in her bed one morning. Unsure as to whether or not it's possible that she's the mother, she assumes the role.

Episode 28 • Oct 07, 1997

Whispering in the Dark

After a long absence from school, Rukia, the original fencing captain, returns. But as to whether he's back to enjoy life as a student or to push Jury's buttons remains to be determined.

Episode 29 • Oct 14, 1997

Azure Paler Than the Sky

Realizing the only way to defeat Utena and Anthy is with a partnership equally as strong, Rukia seeks to ally himself with Jury.

Episode 30 • Oct 21, 1997

The Barefoot Girl

As Utena has gotten to know Akio, she's started to realize that she has feelings for him. But what of the prince Utena holds within her heart? And what of Akio's fiance? Can love be wrong?

Episode 31 • Oct 28, 1997

Her Tragedy

Nanami's growing irritation with the girls that flock to her brother is put into a strange context when she uncovers a horrifying revelation regarding their relationship.

Episode 32 • Nov 04, 1997

The Romance of the Dancing Girls

Unable to face Touga after uncovering the nature of their relationship, Nanami does all she can to avoid him.

Episode 33 • Nov 11, 1997

The Prince Who Runs Through the Night

Anthy sends Utena on an errand to deliver roses, but little does she realize that Anthy's plan is also Akio's plot.

Episode 34 • Nov 18, 1997

The Rose Signet

Utena, Anthy, and Akio all go to see a play being put on by the school's drama club. The play, however, rings a little closer to truth than it does to fairy-tale.

Episode 35 • Nov 25, 1997

The Love That Blossomed in Wintertime

Touga's carried out Akio's will without question, up until now.

Episode 36 • Dec 02, 1997

And the Doors of Night Open

Touga's resolved to duel with Utena one more time. Aware of his feelings for her, he concludes that the only way to save her is to defeat her before she meets her prince.

Episode 37 • Dec 09, 1997

The One to Revolutionize the World

Utena has uncovered the truth behind Anthy and Akio and her disgust for them both has brought her to forsake everything she's fought for up until now.

Episode 38 • Dec 16, 1997

The Ends of the World

Utena has decided to follow the letter's instructions and proceeds to the dueling arena to meet her prince.

Episode 39 • Dec 23, 1997

Someday We Will Shine Together

Utena's once again betrayed by Anthy. With the prince's sword in hand, Akio attempts to open the doors of revolution while the fallen prince contemplates her and Anthy's fate.

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