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Quick Answer
- Galaxy Express 999(TV · 113 eps)
- Maetel Legend(OVA · 2 eps)
- Space Symphonic Poem Maetel: Galaxy Express 999 Side Story(TV · 13 eps)
Total: ~128 episodes / 51h watch time
Space Symphonic Poem Maetel: Galaxy Express 999 Side Story Watch Order(2026)
With 3 entries across the franchise, Space Symphonic Poem Maetel: Galaxy Express 999 Side Story can look overwhelming. It's simpler than it seems though. Follow the list below and you'll be set.
3 entries ~51h total2 series1 OVA/special
Full Watch Order (Release Order)
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Space Symphonic Poem Maetel: Galaxy Express 999 Side Story(you are here)
6.77TV13 eps~5h2004Azeta Pictures
Finished AiringFrequently Asked Questions
What's the best order to watch Space Symphonic Poem Maetel: Galaxy Express 999 Side Story?
Release order. Start with Galaxy Express 999 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 Space Symphonic Poem Maetel: Galaxy Express 999 Side Story?
About 51 hours total across 128 episodes and 3 entries. At 3-4 episodes per day, that's roughly 37 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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