Higurashi: When They Cry - NEW Facts, FAQ & Common Questions
2020 · Tokyo MX, BS11 · Status: Ended · Rated: TV-MA
Frequently Asked Questions About Higurashi: When They Cry - NEW
Direct, verified answers to the most common queries regarding episodes, renewals, watch order, and streaming availability.
How many seasons and episodes does Higurashi: When They Cry - NEW have?
Higurashi: When They Cry - NEW has 2 seasons and 39 total episodes, spanning from its premiere on October 1, 2020 to September 30, 2021.
Is Higurashi: When They Cry - NEW renewed, ended, or canceled?
Higurashi: When They Cry - NEW has concluded its run and is officially ended.
How long does it take to binge watch Higurashi: When They Cry - NEW?
It takes 15h 36m (936 minutes) to watch the complete run of Higurashi: When They Cry - NEW. At a standard pace of 2 hours per day, you will finish the entire series in approximately 8 days. Possible with dedication! Finishing this 15.6-hour series over Saturday and Sunday requires around 7.8 hours of viewing each day.
What is the highest-rated episode of Higurashi: When They Cry - NEW?
The highest-rated episode is Season 1, Episode 21 ("Satokowashi-hen: Village-Destroying Chapter, Part 4"), which holds an outstanding rating of 9/10 based on 1 audience ratings.
Where can you stream or watch Higurashi: When They Cry - NEW?
Higurashi: When They Cry - NEW is available for streaming on Hulu, Crunchyroll. Availability may vary by regional territory, subscription tier, and digital purchase availability.
What is the official age rating for Higurashi: When They Cry - NEW?
Higurashi: When They Cry - NEW has an official content rating of TV-MA. It is intended for mature adult audiences and may contain explicit language, intense violence, or sexual themes.
Who are the lead actors in Higurashi: When They Cry - NEW?
The primary ensemble cast includes Soichiro Hoshi as Keiichi Maebara (voice) (age 54), Mai Nakahara as Rena Ryuuguu (voice) (age 45), Satsuki Yukino as Mion Sonozaki / Shion Sonozaki (voice) (age 56), Mika Kanai as Satoko Houjou (voice) (age 62).
Ensemble Cast & Current Ages
Lead cast members, their character identities, and current ages calculated from official biographical records:
| Actor | Character | Current Age |
|---|---|---|
| Soichiro Hoshi | Keiichi Maebara (voice) | 54 |
| Mai Nakahara | Rena Ryuuguu (voice) | 45 |
| Satsuki Yukino | Mion Sonozaki / Shion Sonozaki (voice) | 56 |
| Mika Kanai | Satoko Houjou (voice) | 62 |
| Yukari Tamura | Rika Furude (voice) | 50 |
| Chafurin | Kuraudo Ooishi (voice) | 64 |
| Toru Okawa | Jirou Tomitake (voice) | 66 |
| Miki Ito | Miyo Takano (voice) | 63 |
Editorial Verification & Sources
All production facts, air dates, cast credentials, and streaming metadata for Higurashi: When They Cry - NEW are compiled from official broadcaster archives, TMDB, and Wikidata records. Last verified on September 25, 2026.