---
title: "The Garden of Sinners: Paradox Spiral"
year: 2008
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-garden-of-sinners-paradox-spiral-2008"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 23155
imdb_id: "tt1278060"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 114
community_rating: 7.6
vote_count: 112
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# The Garden of Sinners: Paradox Spiral (2008) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-garden-of-sinners-paradox-spiral-2008

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The Garden of Sinners: Paradox Spiral is a 2008 Japanese animated film produced by ufotable based on The Garden of Sinners novels by Kinoko Nasu. The film is the fifth installment in the series, preceded by The Hollow Shrine and followed by Oblivion Recording, and was released in Japan on August 16, 2008. The story begins when Tomoe Enjou is attacked by bullies from his old school and is subsequently saved by Shiki Ryougi. Following the incident, Tomoe asks Shiki to hide him at her place and admits to her that he has killed someone. However, several days pass and there are still no broadcasts about the murder, leaving the situation as if the crime never happened. Later, when the victims are eventually found, they are discovered to be alive and unharmed. The film falls under the genres of action, animation, drama, mystery, thriller, and fantasy, and carries an R18+ rating with a runtime of one hour and fifty-four minutes.

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **Australia (AU)** | None | None | Apple TV Store, YouTube, Fetch TV |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Takayuki Hirao
- **Networks / Studios**: ufotable, Aniplex, Kodansha

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Maaya Sakamoto** as *Shiki Ryougi (voice)*
- **Kenichi Suzumura** as *Mikiya Kokutou (voice)*
- **Jouji Nakata** as *Souren Araya (voice)*
- **Tetsuya Kakihara** as *Tomoe Enjou (voice)*
- **Koji Yusa** as *Cornelius Alba (voice)*
- **Takako Honda** as *Touko Aozaki (voice)*
- **Ayumi Fujimura** as *Azaka Kokutou (voice)*
- **Hiroki Touchi** as *Daisuke Akimi (voice)*
- **Jin Yamanoi** as *Tomoe's father (voice)*
- **Miki Ito** as *Tomoe's mother (voice)*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch The Garden of Sinners: Paradox Spiral online?
The Garden of Sinners: Paradox Spiral is currently available to watch or stream on Apple TV Store, YouTube, Fetch TV, Crunchyroll. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is The Garden of Sinners: Paradox Spiral worth watching?
The Garden of Sinners: Paradox Spiral holds a community rating of 7.6/10 based on 112 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Action, Animation for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie The Garden of Sinners: Paradox Spiral and when was it released?
The Garden of Sinners: Paradox Spiral is a feature film with a runtime of 114 minutes. It was released in 2008. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed The Garden of Sinners: Paradox Spiral?
The Garden of Sinners: Paradox Spiral was directed by Takayuki Hirao.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [The Garden of Sinners: Paradox Spiral — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/23155)
- [The Garden of Sinners: Paradox Spiral - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Garden_of_Sinners:_Paradox_Spiral)
- [The Garden of Sinners: Paradox Spiral (2008) - Full cast ...](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1278060/fullcredits/)
- [The Garden of Sinners: Paradox Spiral (2008) - Cast & Crew ...](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/23155/cast)

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