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Yu Yu Hakusho

1992·Show
112Episodes in4Seasons·TV-14
IMDb8.5
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Crunchyroll

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High energy, big heart.

Energy

Pulse-pounding and tense

Fast from start to finish.

  • Adrenaline9
  • Tension8
  • Fast Pace8

Heart

Nostalgic and hopeful

Much of it is about growing up and family.

  • Nostalgia10
  • Coming of Age9
  • Hopefulness8

Humor

Some slapstick and sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Physical Comedy7
  • Wit & Wordplay6
  • Situational Comedy5

World

Fantasy, growing up, and family

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

  • World Immersion8
  • Rewatchability8
  • Dialogue Centrality6

Craft

Standout direction and characters

  • Direction8
  • Character Depth8
  • Intrigue8

Style

Standout score

  • Music Composition9
  • Music Centrality8
  • Editing7

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBinge-FriendlyComfort WatchPure EscapismThought-Provoking

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Graphic violence bothers youYou want something quiet and calm

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About

After dying to save a boy, delinquent tough guy Yusuke Urameshi is granted another chance at life by redeeming himself as a "Spirit Detective."
Classic Shonen ActionSupernatural Martial ArtsFound Family DynamicsHigh-Energy CombatSpiritual Lore & MythologyNostalgic 90s AestheticComing-of-Age JourneyIconic SoundtrackEmotional ResonanceDemon-Hunting Fantasy

Crew

Directed by:
Noriyuki Abe, Junya Koshiba, Akiyuki Shinbo
Written by:
Yoshihiro Togashi, Katsuyuki Sumisawa, Sukehiro Tomita

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Yu Yu Hakusho

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Yu Yu Hakusho legally?

Crunchyroll

Yu Yu Hakusho is included with a subscription to Crunchyroll in the United States. 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 Yu Yu Hakusho worth watching?

85
ExcellentGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 85/100 (IMDb 8.5). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Yu Yu Hakusho rated?

TV-14ViolenceNudityStrong languageDisturbing imagery

It's rated TV-14 in the United States. Content advisories: violence, nudity, strong language, and disturbing imagery.

How many seasons does Yu Yu Hakusho have?

4 seasons

It has 4 seasons with 112 episodes of about 24 minutes each.

When did Yu Yu Hakusho air?

It ran from 1992 to 1994 and has ended.

What language is Yu Yu Hakusho in?

Japanese

It was made in Japanese. Produced in Japan, United States.

In how many countries can I watch Yu Yu Hakusho?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Yu Yu Hakusho in 107 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Yu Yu Hakusho use?

Wham LineUnto Us a Son and Daughter Are BornAnother DimensionLarge and in ChargeLight Is Not GoodSupernatural Gold EyesFinger GunCurb-Stomp BattleHorror Hates a RulebreakerTransformation SequenceContagious LaughterParental Abandonmentand 501 more

TV Tropes lists 513 storytelling tropes for Yu Yu Hakusho, including Wham Line, Unto Us a Son and Daughter Are Born, Another Dimension.