FAIRY TAIL:
FILLER LIST
Fairy Tail has two notable filler arcs you can skip completely — the Daphne Arc and the Eclipse Celestial Spirits Arc. This guide marks every episode so you never accidentally watch filler.
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Finish date
August 15, 2026
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77.0h
Episodes left
201
Filler %
18%
FAQ
How many filler episodes does Fairy Tail have?
Fairy Tail has 59 filler episodes out of 328 total — about 18% of the series. The main filler blocks are the Daphne Arc (episodes 50–55) and the Eclipse Celestial Spirits Arc (episodes 178–190).
Which Fairy Tail arcs are filler and can be skipped?
The two main filler arcs are the Daphne Arc (eps 50–55) and the Eclipse Celestial Spirits Arc (eps 178–190). Both are entirely anime-original and have zero impact on the manga story. There are also scattered standalone filler episodes between major arcs.
Is the Eclipse Celestial Spirits Arc worth watching?
Most fans recommend skipping it. It's a 13-episode filler arc following the Grand Magic Games that contradicts some established Celestial Spirit lore. Jump from episode 177 straight to episode 191 (Tartaros Arc prologue).
How much time do I save skipping Fairy Tail filler?
Skipping all 59 filler episodes saves approximately 23 hours. The two filler arcs (Daphne + Eclipse Celestial Spirits) account for about 19 of those episodes.
Where does the 2018 Fairy Tail final season fit in?
Fairy Tail (2018) — also called the Final Season — is a direct continuation starting from episode 278 (or series 3, episode 1 depending on your platform). It covers the Alvarez Empire arc and completes the manga story. Watch it directly after episode 277.