---
title: "Zatch Bell!"
year: 2003
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/zatch-bell-2003"
media_type: "tv"
tmdb_id: 35894
imdb_id: "tt0455295"
status: "Ended"
seasons_count: 1
episodes_count: 150
runtime_minutes: 25
community_rating: 8.5
vote_count: 267
content_rating: "TV-Y7"
---

# Zatch Bell! (2003) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/zatch-bell-2003

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The television series Zatch Bell is a show that involves a character named Takamine Kiyomaro. Takamine Kiyomaro is a depressed individual who is given a little demon named Zatch Bell to take care of. Zatch Bell is embroiled in an intense fight to see who is the ruler of the demon world. The series follows the story of Kiyo Takamine and Zatch Bell as they compete in the momoto games held every 1000 years to become their king. The show features the voices of Takahiro Sakurai, Ikue Ôtani, Ai Maeda, and Kotono Mitsuishi. The series aired continuously year-round in Japan with regular preemptions for sporting events and television specials. A list of episodes is available, which corresponds to the Japanese video releases by Shogakukan. The show originally aired from 2003.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A cynical student finds his life transformed after becoming the guardian of a mysterious young demon."

### Why Watch
- engaging character dynamic
- intense supernatural battles

### Caveats & Content Note
- premise may feel familiar to genre fans
- Tone & Suitability: The series features fantasy combat and themes of personal growth suitable for a general audience.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: supernatural, action, comedic, dramatic

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | None | Hoopla | None |
| **Canada (CA)** | None | Hoopla | None |

## Season Architecture & Lore Primers

### Season 1 (150 Episodes)
## Filler vs. Essential Episode Classifier

- **Total Tracked Episodes**: 150
- **Crucial Mytharc Episodes**: 6 (4%)
- **Character Core Episodes**: 144 (96%)
- **Side Quest / Filler Episodes**: 0 (0%)

## Creative Credits

- **Created by**: Makoto Raiku
- **Networks / Studios**: Fuji TV

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Takahiro Sakurai** as *Kiyomaro Takamine (voice)*
- **Ikue Otani** as *Gash Bell (voice)*
- **Satomi Korogi** as *Umagon (voice)*
- **Rie Kugimiya** as *Tio (voice)*
- **Ai Maeda** as *Megumi Oumi (voice)*
- **Masami Kikuchi** as *Kanchomé (voice)*
- **Hiroki Takahashi** as *Parco Folgore / Dufort (voice)*
- **Fumiko Orikasa** as *Sherry Belmont (voice)*
- **Kazunari Kojima** as *Brago (voice)*
- **Kinoko Yamada** as *Naomi (voice)*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Who is the protagonist?
The story centers on Takamine Kiyomaro, a student who encounters a demon named Zatch Bell.

### Q: What is the central conflict?
Zatch Bell is involved in a battle to determine the future ruler of the demon world.

### Q: What is Kiyomaro's initial personality?
He is described as a depressed individual who does not care about the world.

### Q: What is the nature of the relationship?
Kiyomaro is tasked with taking care of the demon Zatch Bell.

### Q: Is this a fantasy series?
Yes, the plot involves demons and a competition for a supernatural throne.

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