Red River 2026
- Status
- Returning Series
- First Aired
- July 8, 2026
- Last Aired
- July 22, 2026
- Format
- 1 season · 12 eps
- Total Runtime
- ~4.6 hours (23 min/ep)
- Highest Rated Episode
- S1E2 "The Black Water" (★ 7/10)
- Network
- Nippon TV
- Where to Stream
- Crunchyroll, Crunchyroll Amazon Channel
What is Red River?
"Red River" is a television series that follows the story of a modern Japanese teenager who finds herself transported to a different time and place. The series is set in the Hittite Empire, a historical civilization that existed in the 14th century BCE.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 2026
- Status
- Returning Series
- Episodes
- 12
- Runtime
- 23 minutes
- First aired
- Jul 8, 2026
- Last aired
- Jul 22, 2026
- Original language
- JA
- Origin
- JP
- Networks
- Nippon TV
- Genres
- Animation, Action & Adventure, Drama
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 7.5/10 from 2 votes
- Format
- 1 season · 12 episodes
- Episode runtime
- ~23 minutes
- Status
- Returning Series
- Network
- Nippon TV
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How long to binge?
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"Red River" is a television series that follows the story of a modern Japanese teenager who finds herself transported to a different time and place. The series is set in the Hittite Empire, a historical civilization that existed in the 14th century BCE. The protagonist becomes involved in a struggle for the throne and must navigate a world at war. She joins forces with Prince Kail to battle against various threats and outwit conspiracies. As she gains recognition for her actions, she is referred to as the goddess Ishtar. The series presents a choice for the protagonist between her old life and an uncertain future. The show's plot is centered around the protagonist's experiences in this new and unfamiliar world.
Should you watch it?
“A modern Japanese teenager is dragged into the 14th century BCE Hittite Empire.”
- follows a high-stakes royal struggle
- features battles against assassins and conspiracies
- involves a perilous world at war
- features high-risk royal intrigue
Watch it if you enjoy historical fantasy adventures involving ancient empires and royal conspiracies.
The series contains animated action, adventure, and drama themes set in a world at war.
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Season 1 · 24 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide & lore primer →- E1 A Goodbye Kiss, a Hello Kiss Mytharc Jul 8, 2026
- E2 The Black Water Core Jul 15, 2026
- E3 I Can't Go Back, I Won't Go Back Core Jul 22, 2026
- E4 Ishtar Incarnate Core Jul 29, 2026
- E5 A Sword to Fight Core Aug 5, 2026
- E6 The One I Can't Love Core Aug 12, 2026
- E7 Cold Lips Core Aug 19, 2026
- E8 Under the Apple Tree Core Aug 26, 2026
- E9 The Sign on the Palm Core Sep 2, 2026
- E10 Ishtar Purloined Core Sep 9, 2026
- E11 Where My Heart Is Core Sep 16, 2026
- E12 The Appointed Time Core Sep 23, 2026
- E13 A Letter From Egypt Core Sep 30, 2026
- E14 The Arrow Wound of Grief Core Oct 7, 2026
- E15 The False Ishtar Core Oct 14, 2026
- E16 The Oath at the Grave Core Oct 21, 2026
- E17 Episode 17 Core Oct 28, 2026
- E18 Episode 18 Core Nov 4, 2026
- E19 Episode 19 Core Nov 11, 2026
- E20 Episode 20 Core Nov 18, 2026
- E21 Episode 21 Core Nov 25, 2026
- E22 Episode 22 Core Dec 2, 2026
- E23 Episode 23 Mytharc Dec 9, 2026
- E24 Episode 24 Mytharc Dec 16, 2026
Frequently asked questions
When is Red River set?
The series is set in the 14th century BCE Hittite Empire.
Who is the main character?
The main character is a modern Japanese teenager named Yuri.
What happens to Yuri at the start?
A mysterious hand drags her beneath a puddle, awakening her in the ancient empire.
Who does Yuri join?
She joins Prince Kail to battle assassins and survive.
What renown does Yuri earn?
Her exploits earn her renown as the goddess Ishtar.
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