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Devilman Crybaby 2018

“Kill, as instinct.”

★ 7.8/10 · 749 votes TV-MA AnimationAction & AdventureSci-Fi & Fantasy 1 seasons · 10 eps Ended
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What is Devilman Crybaby?

The television series Devilman Crybaby is a Japanese original net animation series based on Go Nagai's manga series Devilman. The series is directed by Masaaki Yuasa and produced by Aniplex and Dynamic Planning, with animation by Science Saru.

Type
TV series
Year
2018
Status
Ended
Episodes
10
Runtime
25 minutes
First aired
Jan 5, 2018
Last aired
Jan 5, 2018
Original language
JA
Origin
JP
Networks
Netflix
Genres
Animation, Action & Adventure, Sci-Fi & Fantasy
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86 /100 Highly Bingeable
⚡ Pacing & Momentum8.9/10
🧠 Narrative Depth7.8/10
🔄 Rewatch Potential8.9/10
🎬 Production Scale8.7/10
🎯 Bingeable Series #Animation #Action & Adventure #Sci-Fi & Fantasy
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The television series Devilman Crybaby is a Japanese original net animation series based on Go Nagai's manga series Devilman. The series is directed by Masaaki Yuasa and produced by Aniplex and Dynamic Planning, with animation by Science Saru. It was released by Netflix and is a dark fantasy horror series. The story follows Akira Fudo, who learns from his best friend Ryo Asuka that demons will revive and reclaim the world from humans. With humans hopeless against this threat, Ryo suggests combining with a demon, and Akira becomes Devilman, a being with the power of a demon but with a human heart. The series is a reimagining of the classic manga series, which was first written and illustrated by Go Nagai. Devilman Crybaby features a blend of action, horror, and fantasy elements, and has been released as a web anime series.

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“A young man merges with a demon to protect humanity from an ancient, encroaching threat.”

Reasons to watch
  • unique animation style
  • compelling central conflict
Keep in mind
  • contains graphic violence
  • intense mature themes

Watch it if you enjoy dark fantasy stories exploring the struggle between humanity and monstrous instincts.

This series contains intense depictions of violence and mature themes not suitable for all audiences.

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What is the premise of the series?

Akira Fudo learns that demons are returning to reclaim the world and merges with one to fight back.

Who is Ryo Asuka?

Ryo Asuka is Akira Fudo's best friend who informs him of the impending demon threat.

What does it mean to be a Devilman?

A Devilman is a being that possesses the power of a demon while retaining a human heart.

Is this a supernatural series?

Yes, the plot centers on the revival of demons and the battle for the world.

Does the series feature human-demon conflicts?

Yes, the story focuses on the struggle between humans and the demons attempting to reclaim the Earth.

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