Sentenced to Be a Hero

2026·Show
12Episodes in2Seasons·TV-MA
81
GreatGoodWatch score
IMDb7.9Metacritic––Rotten Tomatoes––

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About

In a world where heroism is a punishment, Xylo Forbartz, a condemned goddess killer, battles endless hordes of monstrous abominations as part of Penal Hero Unit 9004. Death is no escape, only a cycle of resurrection and relentless combat. But when Xylo encounters a mysterious new goddess, their unlikely alliance sparks a rebellion that could shatter the chains of eternal punishment.
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Crew

Directed by:
Hiroyuki Takashima, Yoshiki Nakakoji, Fumiaki Usui
Written by:
Kenta Ihara
Produced by:
Koichi Sano, Naoto Setoguchi, Hirokuni Taniguchi
Composed by:
Shunsuke Takizawa

Sequels and Prequels

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Is Sentenced to Be a Hero worth watching?

81
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 81/100 (IMDb 7.9). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Sentenced to Be a Hero rated?

TV-MA

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

How many seasons does Sentenced to Be a Hero have?

2 seasons

It has 2 seasons with 12 episodes and is still in production.

When did Sentenced to Be a Hero air?

It started in 2026 and is still in production.

What language is Sentenced to Be a Hero in?

Japanese

It was made in Japanese. Produced in Japan, South Korea.

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