---
title: "A Dark Rabbit Has Seven Lives"
year: 2011
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/a-dark-rabbit-has-seven-lives-2011"
media_type: "tv"
tmdb_id: 45203
imdb_id: "tt13815676"
status: "Ended"
seasons_count: 1
episodes_count: 12
runtime_minutes: 25
community_rating: 5.5
vote_count: 13
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# A Dark Rabbit Has Seven Lives (2011) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/a-dark-rabbit-has-seven-lives-2011

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

A Dark Rabbit Has Seven Lives is a 2011 animated television series spanning twelve episodes that falls into the sci-fi, fantasy, and comedy genres. The story centers on Taito, a character who experiences unusual sleepiness, hears voices, and dreams of a female vampire who claims to have given him her poison.

Following a fatal accident that changes his world drastically, Taito learns his dreams hold a startling reality. The production features a main cast including Shinnosuke Tachibana as Taito Kurogane and Megumi Takamoto as Saitohimea, alongside Yuichi Nakamura, Chiharu Kitaoka, Chika Horikawa, and Iori Nomizu.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A sleepy student survives a fatal accident only to discover his vampire dreams are terrifyingly real."

### Why Watch
- Features a 12-episode first season starring voice actors like Shinnosuke Tachibana and Megumi Takamoto.
- Blends sci-fi, fantasy, and comedy elements around a mysterious vampire storyline.
- Explores the dramatic shift in Taito's world after surviving a lethal accident.

### Caveats & Content Note
- Viewers might find the premise confusing if they prefer stories without sudden shifts between dreams and reality.
- Tone & Suitability: The series combines sci-fi, fantasy, and comedy elements across twelve episodes.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: #vampire-dreams, #sci-fi-fantasy, #animation, #comedy, #fatal-accident, #secret-poison, #waking-voices

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Crunchyroll, Crunchyroll Amazon Channel | None | None |
| **Canada (CA)** | Crunchyroll Amazon Channel, Crunchyroll | None | None |

## Season Architecture & Lore Primers

### Season 1 (12 Episodes)
## Filler vs. Essential Episode Classifier

- **Total Tracked Episodes**: 12
- **Crucial Mytharc Episodes**: 4 (33%)
- **Character Core Episodes**: 8 (67%)
- **Side Quest / Filler Episodes**: 0 (0%)

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Megumi Takamoto** as *Saitohimea / Himea Saito (voice)*
- **Shinnosuke Tachibana** as *Taito Kurogane (voice)*
- **Yuichi Nakamura** as *Gekkou Kurenai (voice)*
- **Chiharu Kitaoka** as *Saeko Suzae (voice)*
- **Chika Horikawa** as *Izumi Aomi (voice)*
- **Iori Nomizu** as *Mirai Andou (voice)*
- **Jun Fukuyama** as *Hinata Kurenai (voice)*
- **Kenichi Suzumura** as *Hasga Entolio (voice)*
- **Nobuhiko Okamoto** as *Serge Entolio (voice)*
- **Misuzu Togashi** as *Ederuka (voice)*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream A Dark Rabbit Has Seven Lives?
Streaming availability can be checked directly through the TMDB platform using their watch now options.

### Q: Is A Dark Rabbit Has Seven Lives worth watching?
It is worth watching if you enjoy 12-episode anime series that mix sci-fi, fantasy, and comedy elements.

### Q: What is the binge duration of the series?
The first season consists of 12 episodes featuring main characters like Taito Kurogane.

### Q: Are there essential episodes to focus on?
All 12 episodes feature the main cast including Shinnosuke Tachibana and Megumi Takamoto.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [A Dark Rabbit Has Seven Lives — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/tv/45203)
- [A Dark Rabbit has Seven Lives: Season 1 (2011) - Cast & Crew ...](https://www.themoviedb.org/tv/45203-itsuka-tenma-no-kuro-usagi/season/1/cast)
- [A Dark Rabbit Has Seven Lives (2011) - Full Cast and Crew](https://www.moviefone.com/tv-shows/a-dark-rabbit-has-seven-lives/kIYoGoPIsVPStZERsDoHQ1/credits/)

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*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*