Shenmue the Animation Facts, FAQ & Common Questions
2022 · Adult Swim, Crunchyroll · Status: Canceled · Rated: TV-14
Frequently Asked Questions About Shenmue the Animation
Direct, verified answers to the most common queries regarding episodes, renewals, watch order, and streaming availability.
How many seasons and episodes does Shenmue the Animation have?
Shenmue the Animation has 1 season and 13 total episodes, spanning from its premiere on February 6, 2022 to May 1, 2022.
Is Shenmue the Animation renewed, ended, or canceled?
Shenmue the Animation has been officially canceled and will not return for additional seasons.
How long does it take to binge watch Shenmue the Animation?
It takes 5h 12m (312 minutes) to watch the complete run of Shenmue the Animation. At a standard pace of 2 hours per day, you will finish the entire series in approximately 3 days. Yes! At 5.2 hours total, you can comfortably finish this in a single weekend with about 2.6 hours per day.
What is the highest-rated episode of Shenmue the Animation?
The highest-rated episode is Season 1, Episode 3 ("Yin-yang"), which holds an outstanding rating of 8.5/10 based on 2 audience ratings.
Where can you stream or watch Shenmue the Animation?
Shenmue the Animation is available for streaming on Crunchyroll, Crunchyroll Amazon Channel. Availability may vary by regional territory, subscription tier, and digital purchase availability.
What is the official age rating for Shenmue the Animation?
Shenmue the Animation has an official content rating of TV-14.
Who are the lead actors in Shenmue the Animation?
The primary ensemble cast includes Masaya Matsukaze as Ryo Hazuki (voice) (age 50), Takahiro Sumi as Dou Niu (voice), Akihiro Tajima as Guanguan Yuan (voice) (age 37), Hiroaki Okuda as Lu Zhang (voice).
Ensemble Cast & Current Ages
Lead cast members, their character identities, and current ages calculated from official biographical records:
| Actor | Character | Current Age |
|---|---|---|
| Masaya Matsukaze | Ryo Hazuki (voice) | 50 |
| Takahiro Sumi | Dou Niu (voice) | – |
| Akihiro Tajima | Guanguan Yuan (voice) | 37 |
| Hiroaki Okuda | Lu Zhang (voice) | – |
| Takaaki Torashima | Mad Angels Member3 (voice) | 35 |
| Satoru Ito | Fuku-san (voice) | – |
| Taisuke Nakano | Sam (voice) | – |
| Mao Ichimichi | Joy (voice) | 34 |
Editorial Verification & Sources
All production facts, air dates, cast credentials, and streaming metadata for Shenmue the Animation are compiled from official broadcaster archives, TMDB, and Wikidata records. Last verified on September 25, 2026.