Episode 1
To the Alps
25m
Heidi is taken to her grandfather's house by her Aunt Dete.
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Directed by Isao Takahata
TV series
Heidi: Girl of the Alps
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After becoming an orphan, Heidi is forced to live with her grandfather, who lives in the Alps. She learns he's a very bitter man who only accepted by force to take her in. But Heidi's kindness may be able to open his heart. Together with her friends Peter and Clara, she goes on lots of adventures.
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Checked Sep 3, 2026
Heidi: Girl of the Alps premiered January 6, 1974. We don't have a confirmed streaming, rental or purchase option yet.
Synopsis
After becoming an orphan, Heidi is forced to live with her grandfather, who lives in the Alps. She learns he's a very bitter man who only accepted by force to take her in. But Heidi's kindness may be able to open his heart. Together with her friends Peter and Clara, she goes on lots of adventures.
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Episode 2
Grandfather's Cabin
25m
Heidi joyfully gets accustomed to her new surroundings.
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Directed by Isao Takahata
Episode 3
The Mountain Pasture
25m
Heidi goes with Peter, the local goatherd, to the pastures and enjoys a day of fun-filled picnic there.
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Episode 4
Another Member in the Family
25m
While out on the pastures one day, Heidi encounters a storm. After braving it, she finds a nestling and decides to raise it.
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Episode 5
The Burnt Letter
25m
Pichi is taken by Heidi to the mountain pastures and has another thrillingly exciting day filled with dangers. Meanwhile, through Peter, Alm-Uncle receives a letter from Aunt Dete, intending to take Heidi to Frankfurt, which he destroys, acting as if it does not concern him.
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Episode 6
Whistle Louder
25m
One day, in her attempts to learn how to be a goatherd, Heidi tries milking a goat and whistling, eventually succeeding.
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Episode 7
The Whisper of the Fir Trees
25m
With high winds in the mountain pastures, Alm-Uncle decides not to let Heidi go to the mountains. Instead, she helps her grandfather make cheese. But Snowflake, a baby goat, comes to her anyway, leading her to unintentionally ruin the cheese.
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Episode 8
Where Is Pichi?
25m
Pichi follows the seasonal birds, and Heidi finds it hard to calm down. Alm-Uncle takes her to collect chestnuts and grapes. Meanwhile, to make up for a previous quarrel, Peter captures a bird that looks like Pichi and gives it to Heidi. Heidi releases it and gives chestnuts and grapes to Peter to make up.
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Episode 9
The Snowy Alps
25m
Winter arrives, bringing long hours indoors. Heidi arranges food under the cover of the three fir trees for herbivores and tries to befriend the animals.
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Episode 10
To Grandmother's House
25m
After the snowfall ceases, Heidi is taken by her grandfather on a sled to Peter's grandmother, as per her invitation. There, Heidi learns of the grandmother's blindness and cries. She asks her grandfather to repair Peter's dilapidated home so the blind grandmother can find comfort.
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Episode 11
The Snowstorm
25m
Hunters try to get the herbivores Heidi feeds but are stopped. Later, Heidi sends Alm-Uncle to rescue the hunters after they venture out again. After much worry, Grandpa returns with them safely.
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Episode 12
Sounds of Spring
25m
With spring arriving in the mountains, there are dangers of sudden avalanches. On returning from a sled race after giving Peter's grandmother a spring flower, they encounter an avalanche. Thanks to Alm-Uncle's quick action, they are saved instantly.
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Episode 13
Return to the Pastures
25m
With spring officially back, Peter and Heidi return to the meadows with their flock. Peter gets into a fight with another herder who accuses him of trying to steal his stranded goat. Joseph's intimidating presence scares the individual off.
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Episode 14
Sad News
25m
Heidi's favorite goat, Snowflake, is about to be sent to the slaughterhouse because it stopped giving milk. Heidi attempts to prevent this by gathering nutritional herbs from mountain crevices.
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Episode 15
Snowflake
25m
Mr. Strahl, the owner of Snowflake, is convinced not to slaughter the goat after Heidi demonstrates its increased milk yield.
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Episode 16
The Village of Dorfli
25m
Heidi visits Dorfli to check on Snowflake. On returning, she talks to Alm-Uncle about going to school, but he flatly refuses.
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Episode 17
Two Guests
25m
The local church pastor tries to convince Alm-Uncle to let Heidi attend school but is refused. Then Aunt Dete arrives, unwilling to accept no for an answer.
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Episode 18
Separate Ways
25m
After threatening legal action, Alm-Uncle angrily allows Heidi to go with Dete to Frankfurt, despite protests from Peter and her grandmother. Heidi goes, unaware that Dete lied about it being a day trip.
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Episode 19
To Frankfurt
25m
Through coaxing, forcing, and lying, Dete takes Heidi to Frankfurt, where she becomes the playmate of an invalid child, Clara. Upon arrival, she is introduced to the governess Rottenmeier, who is strict, and Dete leaves.
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Episode 20
A New Life
25m
After a sleepy dinner, Heidi’s life in Frankfurt begins. She is constantly nagged by Rottenmeier and disappointed when she sees that the window blinds do not show the mountains. She endures it to bring tobacco and white bread to her grandmother and grandfather.
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Episode 21
I Want to Fly
25m
During lessons and punishments, Heidi empathizes with Clara’s condition through her pet caged bird, which Clara also owns.
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Episode 22
The Distant Alps
25m
Heidi, avoiding Rottenmeier's gaze, explores the city but finds only a dreary urban landscape.
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Episode 23
A Big Uproar
25m
Heidi receives a kitten from the kind church tower maintainer and hides it in the attic with the help of the manservant Sebastian. Other kittens sent to her are promptly returned because Rottenmeier cannot handle them, along with a turtle that came from a street musician boy.
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Episode 24
Meow Is Abandoned
25m
Rottenmeier discovers the hidden kitten and throws it away. Heidi leaves, but Sebastian assures her that the kitten is safe at a friend's house.
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Episode 25
The White Bread
25m
On a routine inspection, Rottenmeier finds all the white bread Heidi stored for Peter’s grandmother and confiscates it. Heidi wails, but Clara consoles her by saying the bread was already molded and cheering her up with a fairy tale.
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Episode 26
The Return of Mr. Sesemann
25m
Mr. Sesemann returns to visit Clara and is impressed with Heidi’s companionship with her. He later informs Clara’s grandmother, which annoys Rottenmeier but delights Heidi.
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Episode 27
Grandmother
25m
Clara’s grandmother becomes an instant favorite of both girls and spends a fun-filled day with them. For once, Heidi does not think about the mountains.
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Episode 28
Let's Go to the Forest
25m
After seeing Heidi cry over a picture of the mountains, the grandmother takes both girls for a picnic in a state park, much to Rottenmeier’s chagrin.
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Episode 29
Two Hearts
25m
After a day at the park, Clara falls ill.
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Episode 30
I Want to Catch the Sun
25m
To cure Clara, Heidi returns to the park to gather sunshine, butterflies, and flowers, which improves her condition.
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Episode 31
Goodbye, Grandmother
25m
Grandmother leaves after a mock wedding party, returning Heidi to her dreary city life.
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Episode 32
A Stormy Night
25m
Heidi is torn between wanting to leave her confined situation and not abandoning lonely Clara, when a nightly ghost appears in the Sesemann mansion.
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Episode 33
Ghost Commotion
25m
Everyone is frightened by the ghost, but no one realizes it is Heidi sleepwalking, stressed and longing for the Alps. The doctor discovers this and convinces Mr. Sesemann and Clara, resolving the situation.
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Episode 34
To My Dear Mountains
25m
Heidi returns to the Alps and is reunited with her grandfather, wearing the same clothes she had when she was five.
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Episode 35
The Starry Sky of the Alps
25m
Heidi relives all the experiences she missed while in Frankfurt.
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Episode 36
And to the Pastures
25m
Heidi spends an adventure-filled day with Peter and the goats, including discovering a new mountain-top lake.
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Episode 37
The Baby Goat
25m
Heidi begins writing letters to Clara and reading hymn books to Peter’s grandmother. Alm-Uncle decides to repair a rundown house in Dorfli so Heidi can conveniently attend school in winter.
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Episode 38
In a New House
25m
On the first day of winter school, Peter does not attend as he is running an errand for a Dorfli resident.
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Episode 39
Don't Give Up, Peter
25m
During a sled race, Peter competes using his carpentry skills and finishes jointly in first place, splitting the prize.
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Episode 40
I Want to Go to the Alps
25m
Clara insists on visiting the Alps to see Heidi. Mr. Sesemann arranges for a doctor to evaluate whether the Alps are suitable for Clara’s health.
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Episode 41
The Doctor's Promise
25m
The doctor visits the Alps. Heidi shows him the mountains, and although he doubts the terrain is suitable for Clara, he is persuaded by her plea.
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Episode 42
Reunion With Clara
25m
Heidi prepares the Dorfli winter home for Clara, who receives a warm welcome.
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Episode 43
Clara's Wish
24m
Clara is enchanted by the mountainside and wishes to stay in Heidi’s hut. Her wish is granted, much to Rottenmeier’s annoyance.
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Episode 44
A Little Plan
25m
After skipping lessons and enjoying the mountain soil, Clara asks Heidi for mountain flowers. Together, they plan a picnic on the mountain.
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Episode 45
Children of the Mountain
24m
Peter tries to carry Clara up the mountain using his spare pants, but it is too strenuous for him, so he looks for alternatives.
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Episode 46
Clara's Happiness
25m
Clara enjoys her days in the mountains with Heidi and Peter, braving a mountain shower and reading to Peter’s blind grandmother.
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Episode 47
Hello, Grandmother
25m
Clara’s grandmother visits and immediately sends Rottenmeier away, enjoying time with Heidi and Clara.
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Episode 48
A Small Hope
25m
Clara shows promising signs of standing up, though not fully consciously. Her grandmother takes her to Heidi’s lake to encourage her.
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Episode 49
A Promise
25m
Clara practices standing with Heidi’s help, though she remains uncertain. During the farewell party of Clara’s grandmother, school friends join the celebration, motivating Clara.
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Directed by Isao Takahata
Episode 50
Try to Stand
25m
Clara attempts to stand using handrails, encouraged by Heidi.
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Episode 51
Clara Walks
25m
Clara starts walking properly, surprising her father, Mr. Sesemann.
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Episode 52
Until We Meet Again
25mfinale
Clara leaves for treatment at Bad Ragaz. Heidi wonders when they will meet again to enjoy the Alps together.
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Directed by Isao Takahata
Episode information updated Sep 17, 2026
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Cast
Kazuko SugiyamaHeidi (voice)
Kohei MiyauchiAlm-Uncle (voice)
Noriko OharaPeter (voice)
Rihoko YoshidaClara Sesemann (voice)
Miyoko AsoFrau Rottenmeier (voice)Natsuko KawajiMadam Sesemann (voice)
Miyako ShimaPeter's Grandmother (voice)
Taeko NakanishiAunt Dete (voice)Credits
- Written by
- Johanna Spyri
Production details
- Status
- Ended
- Series type
- Scripted
- Episodes
- 52
- Original language
- Japanese
- Original title
- アルプスの少女ハイジ
Networks & production
Fuji TVJapan- ZuiyoJapan
Themes
animebased on novel or bookfrankfurt, germanygrandfather granddaughter relationshipkodomomountain lifereturn to natureshepherd