Plot Overview
Belle and Sebastian is an anime adaption of a series of French novels called Belle et Sébastien by Cécile Aubry. The series ran on the Japanese network NHK from April 7, 1981 – June 22, 1982. It consists of 52 episodes and was a co-production of MK Company, Visual 80 Productions and Toho Company, Ltd.. Toshiyuki Kashiwakura was the head writer and character designs were by Shuichi Seki. The show was broadcast on French and Japanese television in 1981, with American cable network Nickelodeon picking it up in 1984. In the United Kingdom, it aired on Children's BBC in 1989 and 1990.
This anime used many staffers from Nippon Animation's World Masterpiece Theater franchise, thus the look and feel is similar to that of a WMT production even though Nippon Animation itself was not involved with this series.
The series has been aired in many countries outside Japan and has been dubbed and subtitled in English and numerous other languages.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is Belle and Sebastian about?
Belle and Sebastian is an anime adaption of a series of French novels called Belle et Sébastien by Cécile Aubry. The series ran on the Japanese network NHK from April 7, 1981 – June 22, 1982. It consists of 52 episodes and was a co-production of MK Company, Visual 80 Productions and Toho Company, Lt
How many seasons and episodes does Belle and Sebastian have?
1 season and 52 episodes.
Is Belle and Sebastian still airing, and will there be another season?
This series has ended. It finished after 1 season and 52 episodes; no new season announced according to TMDB. According to TMDB; data last refreshed October 20, 2026.
Who stars in Belle and Sebastian?
Noriko Ohara, Ichiro Nagai, Keiko Yokozawa, Hiroko Suzuki, Toru Furuya, Kaneta Kimotsuki.
Who is the director of Belle and Sebastian?
Keiji Hayakawa.
When was Belle and Sebastian released?
1981.
Where can I watch Belle and Sebastian?
Available on Smart Souq's Smart subscriptions.
