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Quick Answer
- Super Dimension Fortress Macross(TV · 36 eps)
- Macross XX(Special · 1 eps)
Total: ~37 episodes / 15h watch time
Macross XX Watch Order(2026)
Wondering where to start with Macross XX? There are 2 entries total. The order below follows release dates, which is usually the safest way to go for a first watch.
2 entries ~15h total1 series1 OVA/special
Full Watch Order (Release Order)
Tips for First-Timers
What you can skip
FB7, some Frontier/Delta compilation movies, and Macross II are optional
Common mistake
Starting with Delta without SDF/Frontier
Short on time?
Watch SDF Macross, Macross Plus, and Macross Frontier — add Delta for the modern idol take
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the best order to watch Macross XX?
Release order. Start with Super Dimension Fortress Macross and go down the list. This is how the creators intended the story to unfold — later entries build on what came before, and watching out of order can spoil key reveals.
How long does it take to watch all of Macross XX?
About 15 hours total across 37 episodes and 2 entries. At 3-4 episodes per day, that's roughly 11 days.
Can I skip the movies and OVAs?
It depends. Recap movies are always safe to skip — they just compress the TV episodes. Original movies and OVAs range from "fun side stories" to "actually important for the plot." When you're unsure, just watch them where they fall in the list above. Better to have extra context than miss something.
Release order or chronological order?
Go with release order for your first time through. Chronological can be tempting, but shows are written with release order in mind — reveals hit harder and character arcs make more sense. Save chronological for a rewatch if you want a different perspective.
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