Raised from birth as a man, the Lady Oscar commands the palace guards at Versailles in the years before the French Revolution. Her beauty and noble spirit make her a shining figure in the eyes of both men and women but she is torn between her chosen life of service and duty to class and country and her own heart and desires. She lives as a noble amidst the opulence of Versailles but her keen senses and compassion are not blinded to the poverty of the French people.
Cast: Reiko Tajima, Miyuki Ueda, Tarō Shigaki
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Season 1
40 episodes
1. Oscar! The Destiny of RosesGeneral Jarjayes, deprived of the son he desperately wanted, names his newborn daughter Oscar and raises her as a boy. Now that Oscar’s reached adulthood, she’s vying for the position of Commander of the Royal Guards for Princess Marie Antoinette.NRCC23minOct 10, 1979
2. Flutter! Austria's ButterflyMarie Antoinette’s marriage to Louis the XVI is set to occur soon and it falls to Oscar to ensure Marie’s safe passage across the Rhine River. Will Oscar be prepared for the dark conspiracy that seeks to ruin the wedding?NRCC23minOct 17, 1979
3. Sparks Falling Over VersaillesNew to the French court, Marie Antoinette is still learning proper etiquette in her dealings with the nobility when she accidentally makes a dangerous enemy.NRCC23minOct 24, 1979
4. Roses, Wine, and Conspiracy...Marie Antoinette and Madame du Barry’s bitter dispute continues to strain relations between Austria and France. Oscar’s family is soon drawn into the dispute when Madame du Barry requests Oscar’s mother to be her lady-in-waiting.NRCC23minOct 31, 1979
5. Tears Falling With DignityPressure to acknowledge Madame du Barry’s presence at court continues to mount for Marie Antoinette, and she reluctantly accedes to the idea. However, Madame du Barry and Duke Orléans have begun to make plans.NRCC23minNov 7, 1979
6. Silk Dresses and Ragged ClothesMarie and Louis-Auguste’s visit to Paris presents a great danger for them. Meanwhile, two sisters, Jeanne and Rosalie, dream of escaping poverty.NRCC23minNov 14, 1979
7. Who Wrote the Love Letter?Growing bored with Louis-Auguste’s self-indulgence, Marie decides to attend masquerade ball in Paris.NRCC23minNov 21, 1979
8. The Oscar of My HeartAn accident during horseback riding threatens Marie’s life and causes André to be issued the King’s harshest punishment.NRCC23minNov 28, 1979
9. The Sun Sets, The Sun RisesKing Louis the XV suddenly becomes very ill, and Madame du Barry's devastation only increases as her fate becomes more and more uncertain.NRCC23minDec 5, 1979
10. The Beautiful Devil JeanneLouis-Auguste and Marie are crowned King and Queen of France but life continues to be difficult for the common folk. Meanwhile, Rosalie finds Jeanne amongst the nobility.NRCC23minDec 12, 1979
11. Fersen Leaves for the NorthWhen Marie begins to neglect her official duties in favour of basking in Count Fersen's affections, Oscar feels compelled to intervene.NRCC23minDec 19, 1979
12. The Morning of the Duel, Oscar is...?Unable to shake the memory of Duke de Guéméné’s cold-blooded murder of a young boy, Oscar confronts him. In response, Duke de Guéméné issues a challenge to Oscar - a pistol duel to the death.NRCC23minDec 26, 1979
13. Oh, Winds of Arras, Answer...Oscar visits her family’s estate in Arras and makes a shocking discovery.NRCC23minJan 9, 1980
14. The Angel's SecretMarie has grown exceedingly fond of the Countess Polignac, who in turn uses their friendship to obtain gifts and estates. This has alarming consequences.NRCC23minJan 16, 1980
15. Countess of the CasinoUnable to produce a male heir, pressure crushes Marie when Countess Polignac urges her to fake a pregnancy. As excitement for an heir grows, so does Marie's guilt.NRCC23minJan 23, 1980
16. Mother, What is That Person's Name...?In hopes of finding the woman responsible for her mother's death, Oscar takes Rosalie to a local ball.NRCC23minJan 30, 1980
17. Now is the Time to Meet AgainHearing of Rosalie from Oscar, Marie Antoinette calls on her to attend court in Versailles.NRCC23minFeb 6, 1980
18. Suddenly, Like IcarusWhile Oscar recovers from her wounds, Count Fersen visits Marie. However, Marie's joy is soon cut short.NRCC23minFeb 13, 1980
19. Farewell, My Younger Sister!Rosalie learns the truth about her mother, which only causes her further grief. Meanwhile, Countess Polignac arranges for her daughter to be married.NRCC23minFeb 20, 1980
20. Fersen, A Circle Dance of MemoriesRumors of Marie and Fersen’s love affair have spread like wildfire. As the gossip torments the two lovers, Oscar feels powerless to stop it.NRCC23minFeb 27, 1980
21. A Black Rose Blooms at NightPreying on his obsession with the Queen, Jeanne has a lot of luck extorting money from Cardinal Rohan.NRCC23minMar 5, 1980
22. The Necklace's Ominous RadianceMarie chooses to seek respite in her villa outside court, an action that angers nobles. Meanwhile, Jeanne is presented with an opportunity for a greater scheme.NRCC23minMar 12, 1980
23. Cunning and Tough!Jeanne and her accomplices stand trial for their plot against the Queen.NRCC23minMar 19, 1980
24. Adieu, My YouthA masked man helps Jeanne escape prison and publishes her scandalous memoirs regarding the Queen's indiscretions. As the common folk drink this gossip, the search for Jeanne gets more intense.NRCC23minMar 26, 1980
25. Unrequited Love's MinuetCount Fersen unexpectedly returns to France two years after the war. As he stays at Oscar's manor to keep his return a secret from the Queen, Oscar struggles to face her own feelings for him.NRCC23minApr 2, 1980
26. I Want to Meet the Black Knight!A masked vigilante known as "Black Knight" has started robbing the nobles at night and giving it to the poor. His actions are helping the common folk but a crime is still a crime, and Oscar hunts for this mysterious figure.NRCC23minApr 9, 1980
27. Even if I Lose the Light...While André recovers from his serious injury, Oscar continues to track down Black Knight.NRCC23minApr 16, 1980
28. Andre, A Pale LemonMarie is devastated over the Dauphin's sudden illness. Count Fersen and Oscar have an emotional conversation about their unrequited loves. André struggles to accept that he may lose his sight completely.NRCC23minApr 30, 1980
29. A Doll Starting to WalkOscar is enlisted with the French Guards and is made the new commander of Company B, who have a reputation for being particularly rough.NRCC23minMay 14, 1980
30. You are the Light, I am the ShadowRadical revolutionary Saint-Just conducts assassinations on various nobles. Meanwhile, Oscar’s father wishes to wed her.NRCC23minMay 21, 1980
31. Lilacs Bloom in the BarracksWith acts of terrorism on the rise, Company B are charged with protecting a visiting Spanish Duke. Unbeknownst to Oscar, one of the members of her unit is working with the terrorists.NRCC23minJun 4, 1980
32. Prelude to the StormAlain accuses Oscar of betraying her comrades when a member of Company B is sentenced to be executed.NRCC23minJun 18, 1980
33. In the Twilight, The Funeral Bells RingFacing a debt crisis, King Louis the XVI is pressured to convene the Estates-General. But a more pressing matter is on the King’s mind: the failing health of Louis Joseph, the Dauphin of France.NRCC23minJul 2, 1980
34. Now, "The Tennis Court Oath"The Estates-General is in full swing. As support grows for the commoners’ faction, the nobility and clergy begin to take drastic measures. In conflict with her own feelings on the matter, Oscar is ordered to prevent the commoner’s from assembling.NRCC23minJul 9, 1980
35. Oscar, Now, The Time of SeparationOscar is found guilty of treason and her men are locked up, awaiting execution. General Jarjayes takes it upon himself to deal with his daughter.NRCC23minJul 23, 1980
36. The Password is "Farewell"The Queen dispatches the Royal Guards to Paris and Versailles in an attempt to quell the growing discontent of the French people.NRCC23minJul 30, 1980
37. The Night of Passionate VowsOscar's portrait is completed. She begins to take notice of André's feelings for her while uncertainty and riots surround them.NRCC23minAug 6, 1980
38. At Fate's DoorOscar and André have found comfort in each other’s love, but it’s a short-lived comfort. Right after returning to Paris, Oscar rallies Company B in support of the revolution.NRCC23minAug 20, 1980
39. That Smile Will Never Return!As Oscar struggles with the despair of losing André, the revolutionaries prepare to mount a pre-emptive strike against Bastille Prison, a symbol of royal tyranny.NRCC23minAug 27, 1980
40. Farewell, My Darling OscarBastille Prison falls shortly after Oscar is shot, marking one of the first major strides for the French Revolution. Five years later, Alain, Bernard, and Rosalie reflect on the shift in power and the lives that were lost.NRCC23minSep 3, 1980
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Raised from birth as a man, the Lady Oscar commands the palace guards at Versailles in the years before the French Revolution. Her beauty and noble spirit make her a shining figure in the eyes of both men and women but she is torn between her chosen life of service and duty to class and country and her own heart and desires. She lives as a noble amidst the opulence of Versailles but her keen senses and compassion are not blinded to the poverty of the French people.
Creators and cast
- Directors
- Osamu Dezaki, Tadao Nagahama
- Studio
- Tokyo Movie Shinsha
Maturity rating
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