ZENSHU

2025·Show
12Episodes in1Season·TV-14
75
GreatGoodWatch score
IMDb7.0Metacritic––Rotten Tomatoes––

Where to watch

Crunchyroll

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ZENSHU fingerprint

Big heart, immersive world.

Energy

Spectacular

  • Spectacle7
  • Fast Pace6
  • Adrenaline5

Heart

Awe-inspiring and romantic

Much of it is about growing up.

  • Coming of Age9
  • Wonder9
  • Romance8

Humor

Some absurdist humor and situational comedy

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Absurdist Humor7
  • Situational Comedy6
  • Wit & Wordplay5

World

Fantasy, growing up, and show business

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

  • World Immersion9
  • Novelty9
  • Rewatchability8

Craft

Standout direction, performances, and storytelling

  • Meta Narrative9
  • Direction8
  • Acting8

Style

Standout visual style, cinematography, and score

A distinctive visual signature.

  • Visual Stylization9
  • Cinematography8
  • Music Composition8

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFriends NightIntergenerationalPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBinge-FriendlyPure EscapismThought-Provoking

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About

After graduating from high school, Natsuko Hirose starts her career as an animator. Her talent quickly flourishes, and she makes her debut as a director in no time. Her first anime becomes a massive hit, sparking a social phenomenon and earning her recognition as an up-and-coming genius director. Her next project is set to be a romantic comedy movie themed around first love! However, having never been in love herself, Natsuko struggles to understand the concept of first love, and as a result, she’s unable to create the storyboard, causing the movie production to come to a standstill. One day, she passes out while working on her storyboard and wakes up in the world of her favorite childhood anime movie "A Tale of Perishing."
Meta-Narrative AnimeMagical RealismAnimator's JourneyRomantic ComedyComing-of-Age StoryNostalgic TributesFantasy AdventureCreative Process ExplorationVisual Spectacle

Crew

Directed by:
Mitsue Yamasaki, Sumie Noro, Iho Ishikawa
Written by:
Kimiko Ueno
Produced by:
Mirai Yamauchi, Takanori Hosaka, 萩原美香
Composed by:
Yukari Hashimoto

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about ZENSHU

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream ZENSHU legally?

Crunchyroll

ZENSHU is included with a subscription to Crunchyroll in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Crunchyroll. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is ZENSHU worth watching?

75
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 76/100 (IMDb 7). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is ZENSHU rated?

TV-14

It's rated TV-14 in the United States.

How many seasons does ZENSHU have?

1 season

It has 1 season with 12 episodes.

When did ZENSHU air?

It ran from 2025 to 2025 and has ended.

What language is ZENSHU in?

Japanese

It was made in Japanese. Produced in Japan.

In how many countries can I watch ZENSHU?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for ZENSHU in 60 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does ZENSHU use?

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TV Tropes lists 132 storytelling tropes for ZENSHU, including Off the Rails, Secret Circle of Secrets, Birthday Buddies.

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