MARS RED 2021
What is MARS RED?
MARS RED is a 2021 animated television series rated TV‑14 that blends mystery with science‑fiction and fantasy elements. Set in Japan during the year 1923, the story centers on a covert government unit known as Code Zero, created to confront a sudden outbreak of vampiric creatures.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 2021
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 13
- Runtime
- 24 minutes
- First aired
- Apr 6, 2021
- Last aired
- Jun 29, 2021
- Original language
- JA
- Origin
- JP
- Networks
- YTV
- Genres
- Animation, Mystery, Sci-Fi & Fantasy
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 6.7/10 from 44 votes
- Format
- 1 season · 13 episodes
- Episode runtime
- ~24 minutes
- Status
- Ended
- Network
- YTV
Where to watch in United States
Stream
Crunchyroll
Crunchyroll Amazon ChannelStream
CrunchyrollCrunchyroll Amazon ChannelStream
Crunchyroll Amazon ChannelCrunchyrollBuy
Apple TV StoreStream
CrunchyrollCrunchyroll Amazon ChannelStream
CrunchyrollCrunchyroll Amazon ChannelStream
CrunchyrollCrunchyroll Amazon ChannelStream
CrunchyrollCrunchyroll Amazon ChannelBuy
Amazon VideoStream
CrunchyrollStream
CrunchyrollCrunchyroll Amazon ChannelStream
Hulu
U-NEXT
Anime Times Amazon Channel
dAnime Amazon Channel
FODRent
Amazon VideoStream
CrunchyrollCrunchyroll Amazon ChannelStream
CrunchyrollCrunchyroll Amazon ChannelBuy
Amazon VideoApple TV StoreStreaming availability data provided by JustWatch via TMDB. Availability changes by country and date; verify on the provider before subscribing or purchasing.
How long to binge?
Estimate the schedule using 13 episodes and an average 24-minute runtime.
Trailer
Overview
MARS RED is a 2021 animated television series rated TV‑14 that blends mystery with science‑fiction and fantasy elements. Set in Japan during the year 1923, the story centers on a covert government unit known as Code Zero, created to confront a sudden outbreak of vampiric creatures. The outbreak is traced to a mysterious blood source called Ascra, which has unleashed a horde of vampires across the country. Code Zero is composed of a mixture of experienced and inexperienced operatives, most notably the S‑rank vampire Defrott and the rookie agent Kurusu, who together lead the squad’s mission to eradicate the undead threat. The series follows the team as they navigate the perilous streets of 1920s Japan, confronting the supernatural
Should you watch it?
“In 1923 Japan, a specialized government unit hunts a rising population of vampires.”
- unique historical setting
- focused premise
- limited scope
Watch it if you enjoy supernatural action set in historical periods.
The series contains stylized violence and themes related to vampire hunting.
Ask the Vault
Ask anything about MARS RED — answers are spoiler-safe.
Your verdict
Is MARS RED worth watching?
Cast
Episode guide
Spoiler-Safe Browsing Progress
Season 1 · 13 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide & lore primer →- E1 Dawn Mytharc Apr 6, 2021
- E2 Till Death Do Us Part Core Apr 13, 2021
- E3 His Dream Core Apr 20, 2021
- E4 Unknown Song Core Apr 27, 2021
- E5 Persona Non Grata Core May 4, 2021
- E6 The Last Blue Sky Mytharc May 11, 2021
- E7 The Letter Core May 18, 2021
- E8 Purgatory Core May 25, 2021
- E9 Suspicion Core Jun 1, 2021
- E10 A Midsummer Night's Dream Gone By Core Jun 8, 2021
- E11 Dark Wings Core Jun 15, 2021
- E12 King of Fools Mytharc Jun 22, 2021
- E13 Frailty, Thy Name Is... Mytharc Jun 29, 2021
Frequently asked questions
What is the setting of the series?
The story takes place in 1923 Japan.
What is Code Zero?
Code Zero is a government-spawned kill squad tasked with hunting vampires.
What is the threat in the series?
A mysterious blood source called Ascra has unleashed a horde of vampires.
Who are the key characters mentioned?
The series features an S-rank vampire named Defrott and a rookie named Kurusu.
What is the primary goal of the protagonists?
The unit is dedicated to hunting the undead.
■ Ended / Final Season Complete Renewal tracker
Explore Mars Red
Where to watch Episode ratings heatmap How long to watch Facts & FAQ Similar shows More from YTV
What viewers say
No comments yet. Be the first to share your take on Mars Red.