Beyond the Boundary 2013
- Status
- Ended
- First Aired
- October 2, 2013
- Last Aired
- December 18, 2013
- Format
- 1 season · 12 eps
- Total Runtime
- ~4.8 hours (24 min/ep)
- Highest Rated Episode
- S1E4 "Bitter Orange" (★ 8.7/10)
- Network
- Tokyo MX
- Where to Stream
- fuboTV, HiDive, Hidive Amazon Channel
What is Beyond the Boundary?
The television series "Beyond the Boundary" is a dark fantasy anime produced by Kyoto Animation. The series follows the story of a high school student, Akihito Kanbara, who possesses unique abilities due to his mixed heritage.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 2013
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 12
- Runtime
- 24 minutes
- First aired
- Oct 2, 2013
- Last aired
- Dec 18, 2013
- Original language
- JA
- Origin
- JP
- Networks
- Tokyo MX
- Genres
- Animation, Comedy, Action & Adventure, Sci-Fi & Fantasy
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 8.1/10 from 341 votes
- Format
- 1 season · 12 episodes
- Episode runtime
- ~24 minutes
- Status
- Ended
- Network
- Tokyo MX
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Estimate the schedule using 12 episodes and an average 24-minute runtime.
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Overview
The television series "Beyond the Boundary" is a dark fantasy anime produced by Kyoto Animation. The series follows the story of a high school student, Akihito Kanbara, who possesses unique abilities due to his mixed heritage. Akihito's character is central to the narrative, and his interactions with other characters drive the plot forward. The series explores themes of identity, isolation, and the supernatural, all set against the backdrop of a high school environment. The story unfolds as Akihito meets a freshman student, Mirai Kuriyama, who possesses abilities that make her an outcast among her peers. Disturbing events begin to unfold after their initial meeting, setting the stage for a complex and engaging narrative. The series consists of multiple episodes, which were released in Japan between October and December 2013, and an original video animation episode was released in July 2014.
Should you watch it?
“A half-human boy saves a girl with forbidden powers, triggering a series of dark supernatural events.”
- unique premise
- compelling character dynamics
- contains dark themes
- features complex supernatural lore
Watch it if you enjoy dark fantasy stories centered on supernatural abilities and character-driven drama.
The series features dark fantasy themes and intense supernatural situations.
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Season 1 · 12 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide & lore primer →- E1 Carmine Mytharc Oct 2, 2013
- E2 Ultramarine Core Oct 9, 2013
- E3 Moonlight Purple Core Oct 16, 2013
- E4 Bitter Orange Core Oct 23, 2013
- E5 Chartreuse Light Core Oct 30, 2013
- E6 Shocking Pink Core Nov 6, 2013
- E7 Color of Clouds Core Nov 13, 2013
- E8 Calming Gold Core Nov 20, 2013
- E9 Silver Bamboo Core Nov 27, 2013
- E10 White World Core Dec 4, 2013
- E11 Black World Mytharc Dec 11, 2013
- E12 Gray World Mytharc Dec 18, 2013
Frequently asked questions
Who is the protagonist?
The story follows a high school sophomore named Akihito Kanbara.
What is Akihito's secret?
Akihito is half Youmu and possesses the ability to heal quickly from wounds.
Who is Mirai Kuriyama?
Mirai is a freshman who possesses the ability to manipulate blood.
Why is Mirai isolated?
Her ability to manipulate blood is considered heresy among members of the spirit world.
How do the characters meet?
Akihito meets Mirai when it appears she is about to jump from the school rooftop.
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