---
title: "Red River"
year: 2026
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/red-river-2026"
media_type: "tv"
tmdb_id: 314054
imdb_id: "tt41278592"
status: "Returning Series"
seasons_count: 1
episodes_count: 12
runtime_minutes: 23
community_rating: 7.5
vote_count: 2
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Red River (2026) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/red-river-2026

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

"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.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A modern Japanese teenager is dragged into the 14th century BCE Hittite Empire."

### Why Watch
- follows a high-stakes royal struggle
- features battles against assassins and conspiracies

### Caveats & Content Note
- involves a perilous world at war
- features high-risk royal intrigue
- Tone & Suitability: The series contains animated action, adventure, and drama themes set in a world at war.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: animated, action, adventure, drama

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Crunchyroll, Crunchyroll Amazon Channel | None | None |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Crunchyroll, Crunchyroll Amazon Channel | None | None |
| **Canada (CA)** | Crunchyroll Amazon Channel, Crunchyroll | None | None |
| **Australia (AU)** | Crunchyroll, Crunchyroll Amazon Channel | None | None |

## Season Architecture & Lore Primers

### Season 1 (24 Episodes)
## Filler vs. Essential Episode Classifier

- **Total Tracked Episodes**: 24
- **Crucial Mytharc Episodes**: 3 (13%)
- **Character Core Episodes**: 21 (88%)
- **Side Quest / Filler Episodes**: 0 (0%)

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Mirai Tachibana** as *Yuri (voice)*
- **Wataru Katoh** as *Kail Muršili (voice)*
- **Hiroki Nanami** as *Satoshi Himuro / Narrator (voice)*
- **Aya Uchida** as *Queen Nakia (voice)*
- **Shoya Chiba** as *Zannanza Hattušili (voice)*
- **Tomoaki Maeno** as *Ilbani (voice)*
- **Koji Yusa** as *Urhi (voice)*
- **Kohsuke Toriumi** as *Prince Mattiwaza (voice)*
- **Tomohiro Ono** as *Kikkuri (voice)*
- **Shiki Aoki** as *Hadi (voice)*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: When is Red River set?
The series is set in the 14th century BCE Hittite Empire.

### Q: Who is the main character?
The main character is a modern Japanese teenager named Yuri.

### Q: What happens to Yuri at the start?
A mysterious hand drags her beneath a puddle, awakening her in the ancient empire.

### Q: Who does Yuri join?
She joins Prince Kail to battle assassins and survive.

### Q: What renown does Yuri earn?
Her exploits earn her renown as the goddess Ishtar.

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*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*