---
title: "BNA"
year: 2020
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/bna-2020"
media_type: "tv"
tmdb_id: 92592
imdb_id: "tt12013558"
status: "Ended"
seasons_count: 1
episodes_count: 12
runtime_minutes: 23
community_rating: 8.2
vote_count: 439
content_rating: "TV-14"
---

# BNA (2020) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/bna-2020

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

BNA is a Japanese anime television series that premiered on Netflix in 2020. The show follows Michiru, who has been transformed into a raccoon beastman and seeks refuge and answers with the help of Shirou, a wolf beastman, within the special zone of Anima-City. Created by Kazuki Nakashima and produced by Trigger, the series is directed by Yoh Yoshinari. It consists of twelve episodes divided into two premiere batches, with the first six episodes released in March 2020 and the remaining six in May of the same year. The anime features voice performances by Sumire Morohoshi, Yoshimasa Hosoya, Gara Takashima, and Cherami Leigh. The series is rated TV-14 and falls under the anime genre.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A young woman transformed into a raccoon beastman seeks refuge within the sanctuary of Anima-City."

### Why Watch
- unique premise
- character-driven narrative

### Caveats & Content Note
- limited scope
- Tone & Suitability: The series depicts a fantasy environment with supernatural transformations.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: supernatural, urban, mystery

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | None | None |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | None | None |
| **Canada (CA)** | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | None | None |
| **Australia (AU)** | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | None | None |

## Season Architecture & Lore Primers

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

- **Total Tracked Episodes**: 12
- **Crucial Mytharc Episodes**: 3 (25%)
- **Character Core Episodes**: 9 (75%)
- **Side Quest / Filler Episodes**: 0 (0%)

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Sumire Morohoshi** as *Michiru Kagemori (voice)*
- **Yoshimasa Hosoya** as *Shirou Ogami (voice)*
- **Maria Naganawa** as *Nazuna Hiwatashi (voice)*
- **Kaito Ishikawa** as *Alan Sylvasta (voice)*
- **Gara Takashima** as *Barbara Rosé (voice)*
- **Michiyo Murase** as *Mary Itami (voice)*
- **Hiroshi Naka** as *Yuji Tachiki (voice)*
- **Kimiko Saito** as *Melissa Horner (voice)*
- **Yohei Tadano** as *Giuliano Flip (voice)*
- **Hochu Otsuka** as *Prime Minister Shiramizu (voice)*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is BNA?
BNA is a television series featuring a protagonist who transforms into a raccoon beastman.

### Q: Who is the main character?
The main character is Michiru.

### Q: Who assists the protagonist?
Shirou, a wolf beastman, provides aid to the protagonist.

### Q: Where does the story take place?
The story is set within a special zone known as Anima-City.

### Q: What is the central conflict?
The protagonist seeks refuge and answers regarding her transformation.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Welcome to the Nashville International Airport® (BNA®)](https://flynashville.com/)
- [BNA: Brand New Animal - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/BNA:_Brand_New_Animal)
- [Watch BNA | Netflix Official Site](https://www.netflix.com/title/81220429)
- [Bloomberg Tax - Product Log In](https://tax.bna.com/)
- [BNA (TV Series 2020) - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt12013558)
- [Nashville International Airport - Wikipedia](https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nashville_International_Airport)

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