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Kaiju No. 8

2024 – 2025Show1 season23 episodesTV-14

Action & AdventureAnimation
91
ExcellentGoodWatch score
IMDb8.2Metacritic–7.7Rotten Tomatoes100%86%

An epic, thrilling animated series about fantasy and war.

Good for friends night · party vibe · teens

Skip it if graphic violence bothers you · you want something quiet and calm

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Episodes

1 season · 23 episodes · best: S1E10 "Secret Revealed" 9.4

Episodes

8.5
8.0

Story

In a world plagued by creatures known as Kaiju, Kafka Hibino aspired to enlist in The Defense Force. He makes a promise to enlist with his childhood friend, Mina Ashiro. Soon, life takes them in separate ways. While employed cleaning up after Kaiju battles, Kafka meets Reno Ichikawa. Reno's determination to join The Defense Force reawakens Kafka's promise to join Mina and protect humanity.

Feels like

  • High-Octane Shonen Action
  • Visceral Monster Slaying
  • Emotional Trauma & Recovery
  • Spectacular CGI Integration
  • Found Family Dynamics
  • Body Horror Elements
  • Rhythmic Combat Choreography
  • Post-Apocalyptic Fantasy

Cast

24 of 95 · most episodes first

Crew

Directors
Tomomi Kamiya, Ryo Kodama, Haruo Okuno
Written by
Ichiro Okouchi, Yuichiro Kido
Produced by
Takemasa Arita, Tatsuro Hayashi, Katsuhiro Takei
Music by
Yuta Bandoh

Everyone

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Facts

April 13, 2024 · September 27, 2025 · Ended

First aired
April 13, 2024
Last aired
September 27, 2025
Status
Ended
Length
1 season · 23 episodes
Age rating
TV-14
Content
Violence, Disturbing Imagery, Strong Language
Genres
Animation, Action & Adventure, Sci-Fi & Fantasy
Original language
Japanese
Made in
Japan
Available in
77 countries

Q&A

6 questions, like "Where can I stream Kaiju No. 8?"

Questions about Kaiju No. 8

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Kaiju No. 8?

Crunchyroll

In the United States, Kaiju No. 8 streams on Crunchyroll. You can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home. It also streams in 76 other countries.

Is Kaiju No. 8 worth watching?

91
ExcellentGoodWatch score

Yes, it's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 91 (IMDb 8.2 and Rotten Tomatoes 100%). Critics rate it higher (100 out of 100) than audiences (82).

Is Kaiju No. 8 okay for kids?

TV-14ViolenceDisturbing imageryStrong language

Not for young kids: it's rated TV-14 in the United States for violence, disturbing imagery, and strong language, and the viewing guide lists it for teens and adults.

How long does it take to watch Kaiju No. 8?

9 h

About 9 hours: 23 episodes in 1 season of about 24 minutes each, aired from 2024 to 2025.

Will Kaiju No. 8 scare me?

Not scaryTerrifying

It's more gruesome than scary: grotesque is rated 7 of 10, scares 5.

Is Kaiju No. 8 in English?

Japanese

No, it was made in Japanese.