Persona 4 The Golden Animation 2014
- Status
- Ended
- First Aired
- July 11, 2014
- Last Aired
- September 26, 2014
- Format
- 1 season · 12 eps
- Total Runtime
- ~4.6 hours (23 min/ep)
- Network
- MBS
- Where to Stream
- Crunchyroll, Crunchyroll Amazon Channel
What is Persona 4 The Golden Animation?
Persona 4 The Golden Animation is an anime television series that premiered in 2014. The series is set in the spring when the cherry blossom petals fall and follows the story of Yū Narukami, who moves to Yaso Inaba to live with his uncle and cousin.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 2014
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 12
- Runtime
- 23 minutes
- First aired
- Jul 11, 2014
- Last aired
- Sep 26, 2014
- Original language
- JA
- Origin
- JP
- Networks
- MBS
- Genres
- Animation, Action & Adventure, Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Mystery
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 7.4/10 from 18 votes
- Format
- 1 season · 12 episodes
- Episode runtime
- ~23 minutes
- Status
- Ended
- Network
- MBS
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Estimate the schedule using 12 episodes and an average 23-minute runtime.
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Overview
Persona 4 The Golden Animation is an anime television series that premiered in 2014. The series is set in the spring when the cherry blossom petals fall and follows the story of Yū Narukami, who moves to Yaso Inaba to live with his uncle and cousin. Yū transfers to Yasogami High School, where he begins his school life, but soon finds himself entangled in a series of mysterious events. The series is an adaptation of the video game Shin Megami Tensei: Persona 4 and features a blend of action, adventure, science fiction, fantasy, and mystery elements.
Should you watch it?
“A high‑schooler discovers a hidden world of Personas while unraveling a town’s murder mysteries.”
- Blend of everyday school life and supernatural intrigue
- Mystery plot driven by serial murders
- Rich Japanese seasonal setting
- Serial murder themes may be unsettling for sensitive viewers
Watch it if you enjoy mystery‑driven stories that mix high‑school life with supernatural powers.
The series features teen characters confronting violent crimes and otherworldly abilities, suitable for mature teens and older.
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Season 1 · 12 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide & lore primer →- E1 The Golden Days Mytharc Jul 11, 2014
- E2 The Perfect Plan Core Jul 18, 2014
- E3 I Have Amnesia, Is It So Bad? Core Jul 25, 2014
- E4 The Mayonaka Ohdan Miracle Quiz! Core Aug 1, 2014
- E5 Let's Go Get It! Get Pumped! Core Aug 8, 2014
- E6 See? I Told You, Yu. Core Aug 15, 2014
- E7 It's Cliché, So What? Core Aug 22, 2014
- E8 Not So Holy Christmas Eve Core Aug 29, 2014
- E9 A Missing Piece Core Sep 5, 2014
- E10 Not a Friend Anymore Core Sep 12, 2014
- E11 Let it OUT! Let it GO! Mytharc Sep 19, 2014
- E12 Welcome Home Mytharc Sep 26, 2014
Frequently asked questions
What is the basic premise of the series?
The story follows Yū Narukami, a high‑school student who awakens a Persona and investigates serial murders in his town.
Who is the main character?
The protagonist is Yū Narukami, who moves to Yaso Inaba and enrolls at Yasogami High School.
What genres does the show belong to?
It is classified as animation, action & adventure, sci‑fi & fantasy, and mystery.
What is the series’ content rating?
It is rated TV‑14.
Does the series involve supernatural elements?
Yes, characters can summon Personas, and the Velvet Room and alternate worlds are featured.
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