Episode 1: “Fullmetal Alchemist”
- 1 of 64
- April 5, 2009
- 24 min
- Aired
Contents
| Series | Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood |
|---|---|
| Episode | 1 of 64 |
| Japanese | 鋼の錬金術師 |
| Original air date | April 5, 2009 |
| Episode length | 24 min |
| Studio | Bones |
| Next episode | Episode 2: “The First Day” |
| Streaming | Crunchyroll, Netflix, Prime Video, Hulu |
“Fullmetal Alchemist” is episode 1 of the anime Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood. It first aired on April 5, 2009.
Summary
The summary below describes what happens in this episode.
After escaping from Central Prison, an alchemist who controls ice begins a plot to kill King Bradley. Roy Mustang leads military forces and State Alchemists in an effort to stop him before he can carry it out.
Characters in this episode
Music in this episode
- OP 1“again” — YUIAnimeThemes
- ED 1“Uso” — SIDAnimeThemes
Where to watch
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Episode guide
All 64 episodes → · 17 of 64 episodes have a summary
About the series
The story follows two brothers on a journey to restore their bodies after a failed attempt at human transmutation. Along the way, they uncover a nationwide conspiracy and explore their country's history.
Read the article →References
- “Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood”. Kitsu. Retrieved October 22, 2026.
- “Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood”. MyAnimeList. Retrieved October 27, 2026.
- “Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood”. AnimeThemes. Retrieved October 23, 2026.
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