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Castlevania: Nocturne

2023·Show
16Episodes in2Seasons·TV-MA
77
GreatGoodWatch score
IMDb7.5Metacritic774.9Rotten Tomatoes98%69%
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IMDb7.5Metacritic774.9Rotten Tomatoes98%69%
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High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.

Energy

Spectacular and violent

  • Spectacle8
  • Violence8
  • Adrenaline7

Heart

Emotionally reserved

Much of it is about family.

  • Family Dynamics7
  • Coming of Age6
  • Pathos5

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay4
  • Dark Humor3
  • Physical Comedy2

World

Fantasy, history, and family

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality6
  • Rewatchability5

Craft

Standout performances

  • Acting8
  • Direction7
  • Narrative Structure7

Style

Standout score and cinematography

  • Music Composition9
  • Cinematography8
  • Music Centrality8

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFriends NightParty VibePartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBinge-FriendlyThought-Provoking

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About

I pray for you, Richter Belmont.

As revolution sweeps France, Richter Belmont fights to uphold his family's legacy and prevent the rise of a ruthless, power-hungry vampire ruler.
Gothic Horror FantasyHistorical DramaVisually StunningIconic ScoreComplex LegacyMature ThemesAction-PackedAtmospheric TensionCharacter StudyDark Magic

Crew

Directed by:
Sam Deats, Adam Deats, Tam Lu
Written by:
Clive Bradley, Temi Oh, Zodwa Nyoni
Composed by:
Trevor Morris, Trey Toy

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Castlevania: Nocturne

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Castlevania: Nocturne legally?

Netflix

Castlevania: Nocturne is included with a subscription to Netflix in the United States. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Castlevania: Nocturne worth watching?

77
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 78/100 (IMDb 7.5, Rotten Tomatoes 98%, and Metacritic 77). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Castlevania: Nocturne rated?

TV-MAViolenceStrong languageDisturbing imagery

It's rated TV-MA in the United States. Content advisories: violence, strong language, and disturbing imagery.

How many seasons does Castlevania: Nocturne have?

2 seasons

It has 2 seasons with 16 episodes.

Is Castlevania: Nocturne based on a true story?

No. It's adapted from a video game.

Do critics and audiences agree on Castlevania: Nocturne?

Critics88
Audiences64

Not quite. Critics rate Castlevania: Nocturne higher (88) than audiences (64). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

When did Castlevania: Nocturne air?

It ran from 2023 to 2025 and has ended.

What language is Castlevania: Nocturne in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Castlevania: Nocturne?

131ADAEAGALAOARATAUAZBABBBEBGBH+117

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Castlevania: Nocturne in 131 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Castlevania: Nocturne use?

All for NothingRevengeContinuity Snarl"Ray of Hope" EndingAdaptational BadassSuperhero SpeciationOne-Woman WailWham LineHeroic BSoDBadass NormalThe CavalryIt Can Thinkand 80 more

TV Tropes lists 92 storytelling tropes for Castlevania: Nocturne, including All for Nothing, Revenge, Continuity Snarl.