---
title: "Date A Live"
year: 2013
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/date-a-live-2013"
media_type: "tv"
tmdb_id: 46004
imdb_id: "tt2575684"
status: "Ended"
seasons_count: 5
episodes_count: 58
runtime_minutes: 24
community_rating: 8.3
vote_count: 498
content_rating: "TV-14"
---

# Date A Live (2013) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/date-a-live-2013

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Date A Live is a television series that premiered in 2013. Directed by Keitaro Motonaga, the show features a voice cast that includes Nobunaga Shimazaki, Marina Inoue, Misuzu Togashi, Jessie James Grelle, and Michelle Rojas. The narrative is set in a world plagued by irregular spacequakes, a phenomenon that began thirty years prior when a massive event devastated the center of Eurasia and resulted in the deaths of at least 150 million people. The story follows Shido Itsuka, an ordinary high school student who encounters a mysterious girl at the site of a spacequake. He discovers that she is a Spirit, a being responsible for the catastrophic spacequakes that occur when they manifest in the world. To prevent further destruction and protect mankind, Shido is recruited to utilize his unique ability to seal the powers of these Spirits. This process involves forming a romantic connection with them to stabilize their unstable energy and neutralize the threat they pose to the planet.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A teen must romance supernatural girls to prevent global disasters."

### Why Watch
- unique supernatural romance premise
- dynamic character interactions
- engaging fantasy world-building

### Caveats & Content Note
- occasional pacing issues
- some scenes may feel repetitive
- Tone & Suitability: Suitable for teens and up; contains fantasy violence and romantic themes.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: supernatural, romance, action, mystery, fantasy

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Crunchyroll, Crunchyroll Amazon Channel | None | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Crunchyroll, Crunchyroll Amazon Channel | None | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | Crunchyroll Amazon Channel, Crunchyroll | None | Apple TV Store |
| **Australia (AU)** | Crunchyroll, Crunchyroll Amazon Channel | None | Apple TV Store |

## Season Architecture & Lore Primers

### Date A Live (12 Episodes)
Date A Live is an anime television series that premiered in 2013. The series is set in a world where a phenomenon called a "spacequake" has devastated the center of Eurasia, claiming the lives of at least 150 million people. Since then, smaller spacequakes have plagued the world on an irregular basis. The series follows Shido Itsuka, a high schooler who is recruited by the organization Ratatoskr to make use of his mysterious ability to seal the powers of the "Spirits," who are the real cause of the spacequakes. To seal a Spirit's power, Shido must make her fall in love with him and kiss him. The series explores the relationships between Shido and the various Spirits he encounters, including Tohka, a Spirit who destroyed the Earth 30 years ago. The series features a blend of action, comedy, and romance elements.

## Filler vs. Essential Episode Classifier

- **Total Tracked Episodes**: 58
- **Crucial Mytharc Episodes**: 15 (26%)
- **Character Core Episodes**: 43 (74%)
- **Side Quest / Filler Episodes**: 0 (0%)

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Nobunaga Shimazaki** as *Shido Itsuka (voice)*
- **Marina Inoue** as *Tohka Yatogami (voice)*
- **Misuzu Togashi** as *Origami Tobiichi (voice)*
- **Ayana Taketatsu** as *Kotori Itsuka (voice)*
- **Iori Nomizu** as *Yoshino (voice)*
- **Asami Sanada** as *Kurumi Tokisaki (voice)*
- **Maaya Uchida** as *Kaguya Yamai (voice)*
- **Sarah Emi Bridcutt** as *Kuzuru Yamai (voice)*
- **Minori Chihara** as *Miku Iyazoi (voice)*
- **Aya Endo** as *Reine  Murasame (voice)*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is a spacequake?
A spacequake is a catastrophic phenomenon caused by the manifestation of Spirits, resulting in massive destruction.

### Q: Who is Shido Itsuka?
Shido is a high school student recruited to neutralize Spirits by forming bonds with them.

### Q: What are Spirits?
Spirits are powerful beings whose appearances trigger spacequakes and threaten humanity.

### Q: How does Shido stop the Spirits?
Shido uses his unique ability to seal their powers, often through emotional connection.

### Q: Is the series ongoing?
The series has multiple seasons and continues to expand its story over time.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [timeanddate.com](https://www.timeanddate.com/)
- [Where to Watch Date A Live (2013) TV Show Online - Plex](https://watch.plex.tv/show/date-a-live)
- [Today's Date - CalendarDate.com](https://www.calendardate.com/todays.htm)
- [Date a Live (TV Series 2013- ) - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt2575684/)
- [Today's Date and Time - Current Date, Time & More](https://todaydateandtime.com/)
- [Date Calculator](https://www.calculator.net/date-calculator.html)

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