Mob Psycho 100 2016
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Overview
Mob Psycho 100 is a Japanese animated television series that aired from 2016 to 2022. The show follows Shigeo Kageyama, a middle school student known as "Mob," who possesses powerful psychic abilities. Despite his extraordinary powers, Mob strives to live an ordinary life and keeps his psychic energy suppressed by controlling his emotions. When his emotional state reaches a critical level, his powers risk unleashing destructive consequences. Throughout the series, Mob encounters various individuals and groups including fake psychics, malevolent spirits, and secretive organizations. The title refers to both Mob's psychic power level and the chaotic situations he faces. The series explores themes of self-discovery, emotional growth, and the responsible use of power. Mob's journey is complicated by those who would exploit his abilities for their own purposes. Voice actors Setsuo Ito, Takahiro Sakurai, Miyu Irino, and Akio Ôtsuka contribute to the show's presentation. The series is available for streaming on platforms including Netflix and Crunchyroll.
Should you watch it?
“A boy with hidden psychic powers struggles to live normally while battling supernatural forces.”
- unique psychic battle sequences
- deep character development
- exploration of emotional growth
- some pacing issues in early episodes
- occasional tonal shifts may not suit all viewers
you enjoy supernatural anime with emotional depth and creative action.
Suitable for teens and up; deals with emotional struggles and supernatural themes.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 12 episodes
- E1 Self-Proclaimed Psychic: Reigen Arataka ~And Mob~ Jul 12, 2016
- E2 Doubts About Youth ~The Telepathy Club Appears~ Jul 19, 2016
- E3 An Invite to a Meeting ~Simply Put, I Just Want to Be Popular~ Jul 26, 2016
- E4 Idiots Only Event ~Kin~ Aug 2, 2016
- E5 OCHIMUSHA ~Psychic Powers and Me~ Aug 9, 2016
- E6 Discord ~To Become One~ Aug 16, 2016
- E7 Exaltation ~I've Obtained Loss~ Aug 23, 2016
- E8 The Older Brother Bows ~Destructive Intent~ Aug 30, 2016
- E9 Claw ~7th Division~ Sep 6, 2016
- E10 The Heinous Aura ~Mastermind~ Sep 13, 2016
- E11 Master ~Leader~ Sep 20, 2016
- E12 Mob and Reigen ~A Giant Tsuchinoko Appears~ Sep 27, 2016
Season 2 · 13 episodes
- E1 Ripped Apart ~Someone Is Watching~ Jan 7, 2019
- E2 Urban Legends ~Encountering Rumors~ Jan 14, 2019
- E3 One Danger After Another ~Degeneration~ Jan 21, 2019
- E4 Inside ~Evil Spirit~ Jan 28, 2019
- E5 Discord ~Choices~ Feb 4, 2019
- E6 Poor, Lonely, Whitey Feb 11, 2019
- E7 Cornered ~True Identity~ Feb 18, 2019
- E8 Even Then ~Continue Forward~ Feb 25, 2019
- E9 Show Me What You've Got ~Band Together~ Mar 4, 2019
- E10 Collision ~Power Type~ Mar 11, 2019
- E11 Guidance ~Psychic Sensor~ Mar 18, 2019
- E12 The Battle for Social Rehabilitation ~Friendship~ Mar 25, 2019
- E13 Boss Fight ~The Final Light~ Apr 1, 2019
Season 3 · 12 episodes
- E1 Future ~Career Paths~ Oct 6, 2022
- E2 Yokai Hunter Amakusa Haruaki Appears! ~The Threat of a Hundred Demons!!~ Oct 13, 2022
- E3 Getting Carried Away ~100%~ Oct 20, 2022
- E4 Divine Tree 1 ~The Founder Appears~ Oct 27, 2022
- E5 Divine Tree 2 ~Peace~ Nov 3, 2022
- E6 Divine Tree 3 ~Dimple Is~ Nov 10, 2022
- E7 Transmission 1 ~Winter Break~ Nov 17, 2022
- E8 Transmission 2 ~Encountering the Unknown~ Nov 24, 2022
- E9 Mob 1 ~Moving~ Dec 1, 2022
- E10 Mob 2 ~Rival~ Dec 8, 2022
- E11 Mob 3 ~Trauma~ Dec 15, 2022
- E12 Confession ~The Future~ Dec 22, 2022
Frequently asked questions
Is Mob Psycho 100 based on a manga?
Yes, it is adapted from a manga series by ONE.
What genre is Mob Psycho 100?
It is a supernatural action anime with elements of comedy and drama.
Who is the main character?
The main character is Shigeo Kageyama, also known as Mob.
Does Mob have any special abilities?
Yes, Mob is a powerful esper with psychic powers that activate under certain emotional conditions.
Is the show appropriate for children?
It is generally suitable for teens due to its themes and some intense scenes.