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Code Geass

Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion is a Japanese anime television series created by Sunrise.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion is a Japanese anime television series created by Sunrise. Set in an alternate-history world, it follows the exiled prince Lelouch and his use of the supernatural power Geass in a rebellion against the Holy Britannian Empire.

Premise

Code Geass is set in a fictional alternate history in which the Holy Britannian Empire has become a global superpower. The plot follows Lelouch as he uses Geass to lead a rebellion against Britannian rule.

Production

The anime was produced by Sunrise and was directed by Gorō Taniguchi with scripts by Ichirō Ōkouchi. Character designs were created by the manga artist group Clamp.

Main characters

The central character is Lelouch Lamperouge, also known as Lelouch vi Britannia. C.C. is an important supporting character who grants Lelouch the power of Geass.

Reception and legacy

Code Geass became one of the best-known mecha and action anime series of the 2000s. It spawned later spin-offs and related media, expanding into manga, OVAs, and video games.

Key facts

  • Code Geass is a Japanese anime television series created by Sunrise.
  • The story centres on Lelouch Lamperouge, an exiled prince who gains the power of Geass.
  • Geass is a supernatural power that can compel obedience.
  • The series features mecha battles as part of the conflict.
  • It has a substantial Canadian anime fandom.
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Canadian context

Code Geass has a substantial Canadian anime fandom and is part of the broader international distribution of Japanese television anime available to Canadian audiences.

Frequently asked questions

What is Code Geass?
Code Geass is a Japanese anime television series created by Sunrise, best known for its alternate-history setting and its protagonist Lelouch’s use of Geass.
Who created Code Geass?
The series was directed by Gorō Taniguchi, written by Ichirō Ōkouchi, and features original character designs by Clamp.
What is Geass?
Geass is a supernatural power in the series that can compel obedience, and it is central to Lelouch’s strategy in the story.
Who is the main character?
The main character is Lelouch Lamperouge, also known as Lelouch vi Britannia.
When did the series first air?
The first season aired in 2006, beginning on October 5, 2006.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Code_Geass
    Supports: Premise, creators, alternate-history setting, Lelouch, Geass, and mecha conflict.
  2. Simple English Wikipedia — https://simple.wikipedia.org/wiki/Code_Geass
    Supports: Series title, production by Sunrise, director, writer, character designs, and broadcast dates.
  3. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_Code_Geass_episodes
    Supports: Broadcast year and first-season premiere date.
  4. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/C.C._(Code_Geass)
    Supports: C.C. as a key character associated with Geass and the franchise.