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Boogiepop Phantom

2000·Show
12Episodes in1Season·TV-14
70
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IMDb7.2
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IMDb7.2
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Boogiepop Phantom fingerprint

High energy, immersive world, light on feelings.

Energy

Nerve-racking and scary

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension9
  • Scare7
  • Violence6

Heart

Melancholic and moving

  • Melancholy8
  • Pathos7
  • Wonder6

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Dark Humor3
  • Absurdist Humor1

World

Mystery, the mind, and crime

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

  • Ambiguity9
  • World Immersion8
  • Rewatchability8

Craft

Standout direction, performances, and storytelling

Layered plot that rewards full attention.

  • Intrigue9
  • Complexity9
  • Non-linear Narrative9

Style

Standout score, cinematography, and editing

A distinctive visual signature.

  • Music Composition9
  • Music Centrality9
  • Cinematography8

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About

There's something out there, and it's coming closer. Are you safe?

Five years ago, a string of grisly murders shook the city to its core and now the rumors have begun once more. Boogiepop... Everyone knows about Boogiepop: meet her one dark night and you are taken. People tell each other the stories and laugh: no one believes that she can possibly exist in this day and age. Still, strange things appear to be going on and the darkness is taking on many forms. Something is out there.
Atmospheric Supernatural MysteryNon-Linear NarrativePsychological HorrorUrban Legend ThrillerExistential & PhilosophicalBleak & AmbiguousIntriguing Character StudiesDistinct Visual StyleHaunting SoundscapeMind-Bending Storytelling

Crew

Directed by:
Takashi Watanabe, Kenji Yasuda, Yuzo Sato
Written by:
Sadayuki Murai, Yasuyuki Nojiri, Seishi Minakami
Produced by:
Masao Maruyama

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Boogiepop Phantom

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Boogiepop Phantom legally?

CrunchyrollPluto TVRetrocrushCineverseMidnight PulpRetroCrushTubi TV

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

Is Boogiepop Phantom worth watching?

70
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 70/100 (IMDb 7.2). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Boogiepop Phantom rated?

TV-14ViolenceDisturbing imagerySuicide themes

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

How many seasons does Boogiepop Phantom have?

1 season

It has 1 season with 12 episodes of about 24 minutes each.

Is Boogiepop Phantom based on a true story?

No. It's adapted from a novel.

When did Boogiepop Phantom air?

It ran from 2000 to 2000 and has ended.

What language is Boogiepop Phantom in?

Japanese

It was made in Japanese. Produced in Japan.

In how many countries can I watch Boogiepop Phantom?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Boogiepop Phantom in 18 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Boogiepop Phantom use?

On the NextCreepy ChildEvil CounterpartAnime Theme SongLower-Deck EpisodeHero of Another StoryAnachronic OrderIntroductory Opening CreditsThe Anti-NihilistHuge SchoolgirlLiving MemoryDeliberately Monochromeand 13 more

TV Tropes lists 25 storytelling tropes for Boogiepop Phantom, including On the Next, Creepy Child, Evil Counterpart.