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In Victorian London, 12-year-old business magnate Ciel Phantomhive thwarts dangers to the queen as he's watched over by his demon butler, Sebastian.
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Checked Sep 2, 2026
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In Victorian London, 12-year-old business magnate Ciel Phantomhive thwarts dangers to the queen as he's watched over by his demon butler, Sebastian.
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Episode 1
Devilish butler Claude and his young master Alois must outwit a priest, a viscount, and a conniving uncle with an eye on the family fortune. As if that weren’t excitement enough for one day, a mysterious guest pays a visit to the mansion.
Directed by Shinobu SasakiWritten by Mari OkadaGuest stars Takahiro Sakurai, Nana Mizuki, Aya Hirano, Kenichi Suzumura, Shinya Fukumatsu, Mitsuaki Hoshino, Tatsuhisa Suzuki
Episode 2
Lady Elizabeth desperately seeks the legendary white stag, a mysterious creature believed to granted eternal happiness. Eager to assist the lady in her quest, our heroes take to the river for an adventure that knows no depths.
Directed by Ai YoshimuraWritten by Riko Murakami
Episode 3
Women all over London are being burned alive, and it's up to Sebastian and Ciel to find the criminal. When the town goes up in smoke, a fabulous grim reaper arrives to lend a helping hand - or perhaps a scythe!
Directed by Tatsuto HiguchiWritten by Tatsuto Higuchi
Episode 4
When a nobleman’s son is kidnapped, the Queen orders Sebastian and Ciel to deliver the ransom. The exchange is to be made on a train, but a host of suspicious passengers - and an outbreak of cholera - complicate this mission of mercy.
Directed by Takayuki TanakaWritten by Masahiro Yokotani, Mari OkadaGuest stars Takafumi Yamaguchi
Episode 5
When Sebastian and Ciel attend a masquerade ball at the Trancy estate, it becomes clear that young master Phantomhive has lost his memory. Later in the evening, Ciel is lured away from the party for an eerie encounter with Alois.
Directed by Tomihiko OhkuboWritten by Toshizo NemotoGuest stars Shinnosuke Tachibana, Hiroki Yasumoto
Episode 6
When a demonic instrument wreaks havoc at the ball, Sebastian uses his unusual musical talent to set the mood for a party. Later in the evening, he takes to the water in a butler against butler battle for his young master’s soul.
Directed by Takahiro HaradaWritten by Toshizo NemotoGuest stars Takafumi Yamaguchi, Shinnosuke Tachibana, Hiroki Yasumoto
Episode 7
The “dance of death” is the scheduled entertainment when Sebastian and Ciel attend a private affair at the Trancy estate, and only teatime can persuade the butlers to lay down their weapons and stop the bloodshed.
Directed by Shunichi YoshizawaWritten by Tatsuto Higuchi
Episode 8
A series of haunting flashbacks revisit the tragic events of the night Claude and Alois first met. As their story unfolds, a devilish partnership is forged, and their unholy interest in Sebastian and Ciel is finally explained!
Directed by Shinobu SasakiGuest stars Marina Inoue
Episode 9
The appearance of a new grim reaper leads to various mix-ups, and a string of mysterious eye-gougings plagues London. Sebastian and his Young Master suspect different culprits, but Ciel might not be around long enough to investigate!
Directed by Yoshihisa Matsumoto
Episode 10
Sebastian must devise a way to reclaim Ciel without violating his Young Master’s orders. It is a perilous mission that will require every ounce of the dashing butler’s strength and cunning - and perhaps a scandalous pose or two!
Directed by Takayuki TanakaWritten by Mari Okada
Episode 11
Sebastian and Claude compete for the affections of their masters while attempting to navigate a treacherous labyrinth! Meanwhile, a struggle between two tortured souls rages deep within the mortal form of Ciel Phantomhive.
Directed by Tomihiko Ohkubo
Episode 12
Hannah’s devious game of deception forces Sebastian and Claude to agree to the unthinkable: a demon verses demon duel where only one butler emerges victorious!
Directed by Shinobu SasakiWritten by Mari Okada
Episode information updated Sep 16, 2026
Daisuke OnoSebastian Michaelis (voice)
Maaya SakamotoCiel Phantomhive (voice)
Jun FukuyamaGrell Sutcliff (voice)
Junichi SuwabeUndertaker (voice)
Yuki KajiFinny (voice)
Koji YusaLau (voice)
Emiri KatoMey-Rin (voice)
Shunji FujimuraTanaka (voice)
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