[kuroshitsuji][sp01][kuroshitsuji Ova][eng][us-... Apr 2026

This specific file title refers to the first Original Video Animation (OVA) of the Black Butler ( Kuroshitsuji ) series, titled (also known as " His Butler, On Stage " or Sono Shitsuji, Kougyou ).

According to Crunchyroll , this OVA is best watched after completing but before starting Season 2 . Entry Type Main Series Black Butler Season 1 The initial 24 episodes. OVA 1 (The file you found) His Butler, Performer The Hamlet stage play special. OVA 2 Ciel in Wonderland An Alice in Wonderland parody (2 parts). OVA 3 Welcome to the Phantomhive's A first-person perspective tour of the manor. [Kuroshitsuji][SP01][Kuroshitsuji OVA][ENG][US-...

: The choice of Hamlet is a meta-commentary on the series itself, as both stories share heavy themes of vengeance and tragic fate. This specific file title refers to the first

: This OVA is non-canon . It is an anime-original story that does not appear in the manga and is meant for comedic relief. Release Info : OVA 1 (The file you found) His Butler,

In this special episode, Ciel Phantomhive is tasked with hosting a charity event for orphans. When the professional theater troupe he hired gets into a shipwreck and cannot arrive, Ciel forces his household staff and acquaintances to perform a stage production of Hamlet .

: The story revolves around the chaotic production of Hamlet . Sebastian Michaelis takes the lead as the director (and eventually an actor), while Ciel reluctantly plays the lead role of Prince Hamlet. Other characters like Elizabeth Midford, Grell Sutcliff, Undertaker, and Lau fill out the rest of the cast, often leading to a "cringeworthy" but comedic performance.

: Included in the North American "Complete First Season" Blu-ray/DVD box sets. Where it Fits (Watch Order)