Hikaru no Go

2020·Show
36Episodes in1Season
82
GreatGoodWatch score
IMDb8.5Metacritic––Rotten Tomatoes––

Where to watch

PrimeiQIYI

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Hikaru no Go fingerprint

Big heart, immersive world.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension6
  • Spectacle5
  • Adrenaline4

Heart

Uplifting and wholesome

Much of it is about growing up.

  • Coming of Age10
  • Hopefulness9
  • Wholesome8

Humor

Some sharp wit and situational comedy

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay6
  • Situational Comedy5
  • Physical Comedy3

World

Growing up, sports, and everyday modern life

Lived-in and easy to get lost in. Holds up on a rewatch.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • Rewatchability8

Craft

Standout storytelling, characters, and direction

  • Narrative Structure9
  • Character Depth9
  • Direction8

Style

Standout score

  • Music Composition8
  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFamily Movie NightFriends NightIntergenerationalKidsPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBinge-FriendlyComfort WatchPure EscapismThought-Provoking

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About

The drama tells the story of Shi Guang who discovered an ancient go board by coincidence and thus got to know Chu Ying, a go player who has been entrenched in the go board as a "soul" and who has experienced thousands of years. Under his influence, he gradually confronted the story of interest in go and inspiring to become a professional go player.
Coming-of-AgeSports DramaInspirationalGo GameMentorship & FriendshipWholesome & UpliftingSlice of LifeSupernatural ElementsCharacter Journey

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Sequels and Prequels

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Questions about Hikaru no Go

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Hikaru no Go legally?

PrimeiQIYI

Hikaru no Go is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video, iQIYI, and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on iQIYI. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Hikaru no Go worth watching?

82
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 82/100 (IMDb 8.5). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How many seasons does Hikaru no Go have?

1 season

It has 1 season with 36 episodes.

When did Hikaru no Go air?

It ran from 2020 to 2020 and has ended.

What language is Hikaru no Go in?

Chinese

It was made in Chinese. Produced in China.

In how many countries can I watch Hikaru no Go?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Hikaru no Go in 49 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Hikaru no Go use?

Mundane Made AwesomeWhite-and-Grey MoralityDoes This Remind You of Anything?Breather EpisodeWhat the Hell, Hero?Hustling the MarkSpirited CompetitorPublic Domain ArtifactTranquil FuryJerk with a Heart of GoldPassing the TorchHard Work Hardly Worksand 92 more

TV Tropes lists 104 storytelling tropes for Hikaru no Go, including Mundane Made Awesome, White-and-Grey Morality, Does This Remind You of Anything?.

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