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Angel Beats! 2010

★ 7.9/10 · 478 votes TV-14 AnimationComedyDramaSci-Fi & FantasyAction & Adventure 1 seasons · 13 eps Ended
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What is Angel Beats!?

The television series Angel Beats takes place in a unique setting and explores the story of its characters. According to the provided information, the series focuses on a boy named Otonashi who has lost his memories of his life after dying.

Type
TV series
Year
2010
Status
Ended
Episodes
13
Runtime
24 minutes
First aired
Apr 3, 2010
Last aired
Jun 25, 2010
Original language
JA
Origin
JP
Networks
CBC
Genres
Animation, Comedy, Drama, Sci-Fi & Fantasy
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Overview

The television series Angel Beats takes place in a unique setting and explores the story of its characters. According to the provided information, the series focuses on a boy named Otonashi who has lost his memories of his life after dying. He is enrolled into the afterlife school where he meets a girl named Yuri who leads an organization called the Afterlife Battlefront. This organization fights against the student council president Angel, a girl with supernatural powers. The series was created by Jun Maeda, who also wrote the screenplay and composed the music. The anime television series was produced by P.A. Works and directed by Seiji Kishi. The original character design was done by Na-Ga, who worked with Jun Maeda on the project. The series consists of 13 episodes.

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Should you watch it?

“Teenagers in the afterlife wage war against divine injustice.”

Reasons to watch
  • Unique afterlife setting with creative supernatural battles
  • Strong character development exploring life's regrets
  • Mix of comedy and heartfelt drama
Keep in mind
  • Short episode count may leave storylines unresolved
  • Some plot points rely on emotional rather than logical resolution

You enjoy supernatural anime with existential themes and strong character arcs.

Contains mild violence and themes of death and regret suitable for teens and up.

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Frequently asked questions

Is this series connected to any other anime?

No, Angel Beats! is a standalone series with its own self-contained story.

What genre is this anime?

It's primarily supernatural drama with elements of action, comedy, and romance.

Does it have a happy ending?

The series concludes with resolution for most characters, though some emotional moments remain bittersweet.

How many episodes are there?

The series has a limited number of episodes, making it a relatively short watch.

Is it appropriate for children?

The themes of death and some mild violence make it more suitable for teenage and adult audiences.