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The World Ends with You: The Animation

2021·Show
12Episodes in1Season·TV-14
IMDb5.7
Episode ratings

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The World Ends with You: The Animation fingerprint

High energy, immersive world.

Energy

Tense and thrilling

Fast from start to finish.

  • Tension8
  • Adrenaline7
  • Fast Pace7

Heart

Wondrous

Much of it is about growing up.

  • Coming of Age7
  • Wonder7
  • Hopefulness6

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay6
  • Absurdist Humor4
  • Physical Comedy3

World

Fantasy, mystery, and games

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion9
  • Novelty8
  • Dialogue Centrality7

Craft

Standout direction, storytelling, and characters

Layered plot that rewards full attention.

  • Intrigue9
  • Direction8
  • Narrative Structure8

Style

Standout visual style, cinematography, and score

A distinctive visual signature.

  • Visual Stylization9
  • Cinematography8
  • Music Composition8

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBinge-FriendlyThought-Provoking

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About

Neku awakens in the middle of Shibuya's bustling Scramble Crossing with no memory of how he got there. Little does he know, he's been transported to an alternate plane of existence known as the Underground. Now an unwilling participant in the mysterious "Reapers' Game," Neku must partner up with a girl named Shiki in order to survive...
Urban Fantasy AnimeMystery ThrillerSurvival Game NarrativeStylish VisualsCharacter-DrivenPsychological ThemesShibuya SettingIdentity ExplorationFriendship & Trust

Crew

Directed by:
Kim Yu-seon
Produced by:
Hiroyuki Aoi, Yasutaka Kimura, Akiko Nabeiwa
Composed by:
Takeharu Ishimoto

Sequels and Prequels

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Questions about The World Ends with You: The Animation

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Where can I stream The World Ends with You: The Animation legally?

HuluCrunchyroll

The World Ends with You: The Animation is included with a subscription to Hulu and Crunchyroll in the United States. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, and Apple TV Store. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The World Ends with You: The Animation worth watching?

65
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 65/100 (IMDb 5.7). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The World Ends with You: The Animation rated?

TV-14ViolenceDisturbing imagery

It's rated TV-14 in the United States. Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.

How many seasons does The World Ends with You: The Animation have?

1 season

It has 1 season with 12 episodes.

Is The World Ends with You: The Animation based on a true story?

No. It's adapted from a video game.

When did The World Ends with You: The Animation air?

It ran from 2021 to 2021 and has ended.

What language is The World Ends with You: The Animation in?

Japanese

It was made in Japanese. Produced in Japan.

In how many countries can I watch The World Ends with You: The Animation?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The World Ends with You: The Animation in 92 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.