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Ace Attorney 2016

Status
Ended
First Aired
April 2, 2016
Last Aired
March 30, 2019
Format
2 seasons · 47 eps
Total Runtime
~19.6 hours (25 min/ep)
Highest Rated Episode
S1E1 "The First Turnabout" (★ 8/10)
Network
YTV
Where to Stream
Crunchyroll, Crunchyroll Amazon Channel
Streaming data from JustWatch
★ TMDB users: 6.9/10 from 36 votes TV-14 AnimationCrimeDramaMystery 2 seasons · 47 eps Ended
Community & Your Rating
★ 6.9/10
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What is Ace Attorney?

The television series Ace Attorney is based on Capcom's video game series of the same name. A rookie lawyer stands up to save his defendants by proving their innocence from unusual cases.

Type
TV series
Year
2016
Status
Ended
Episodes
47
Runtime
25 minutes
First aired
Apr 2, 2016
Last aired
Mar 30, 2019
Original language
JA
Origin
JP
Networks
YTV
Genres
Animation, Crime, Drama, Mystery
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Rating
★ TMDB users: 6.9/10 from 36 votes
Format
2 seasons · 47 episodes
Episode runtime
~25 minutes
Status
Ended
Network
YTV
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Overview

The television series Ace Attorney is based on Capcom's video game series of the same name. A rookie lawyer stands up to save his defendants by proving their innocence from unusual cases. The series follows the lawyer as he defends clients accused of murder, aided by his assistant. The anime depicts the lawyer's battles in court, where he uses the word "OBJECTION!" and limited evidence to make a comeback when all odds are against him. The series features a cast of unique characters, including the lawyer's mentor and rival prosecutor. The anime is a comical take on the courtroom drama genre, with episodes that showcase the lawyer's interactions with his colleagues and adversaries. The series Ace Attorney has been released as an anime television series, with information available on online platforms such as IMDb and Wikipedia.

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Should you watch it?

“A rookie lawyer fights to prove his clients' innocence in high-stakes, unusual courtroom battles.”

Reasons to watch
  • engaging courtroom comebacks
  • unique cast of characters
Keep in mind
  • unusual case scenarios

Watch it if you enjoy legal dramas featuring intense rivalries and unexpected plot twists.

The series features a mix of dramatic legal proceedings and comical character interactions.

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Frequently asked questions

Who is the main character?

The protagonist is a rookie lawyer named Ryuuichi Naruhodou.

Who is the lead prosecutor?

The primary rival prosecutor is Reiji Mitsurugi.

Who assists the lead character?

Ryuuichi is assisted by Mayoi Ayasato.

Who is the mentor?

Chihiro Ayasato serves as the mentor to the protagonist.

What is the main objective?

The goal is to prove the innocence of defendants in court.

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