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The Mystic Archives of Dantalian

2011·Show
12Episodes in1Season·TV-MA
65
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IMDb6.5
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The Mystic Archives of Dantalian fingerprint

Strong craft, striking style, light on feelings.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Tension6
  • Fast Pace5
  • Spectacle5

Heart

Wondrous

  • Wonder7
  • Pathos5
  • Melancholy4

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay6
  • Dark Humor4
  • Physical Comedy2

World

Fantasy, history, and mystery

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion9
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Novelty7

Craft

Standout direction

  • Direction8
  • Intrigue8
  • Acting7

Style

Standout visual style, cinematography, and score

A distinctive visual signature.

  • Visual Stylization9
  • Cinematography8
  • Music Composition8

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About

Don't judge a phantom by it's cover

Six months ago, Lord Hugh Disward (Huey), lost his eccentric grandfather, Wes. To inherit Wes's estate, Huey must take guardianship over the 'Mystic Archives of Dantalian' that contains forbidden knowledge and a mysterious girl called Dalian. Dalian and Huey begin an unlikely partnership as they solve mysteries caused by Phantom Books.
Gothic Mystery AnimeDark FantasySupernatural InvestigationsVisually ElegantOccult LoreHistorical SettingBook-Themed AdventureUncanny AtmospherePeriod Piece

Crew

Directed by:
Masahiko Murata, Shota Ibata, Osamu Kobayashi
Written by:
Tatsuhiko Urahata, Kurasumi Sunayama
Produced by:
Yoshikazu Beniya, Yasuhiro Takeda, Junka Kobayashi
Composed by:
Yo Tsuji

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about The Mystic Archives of Dantalian

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Where can I stream The Mystic Archives of Dantalian legally?

Crunchyroll

The Mystic Archives of Dantalian is included with a subscription to Crunchyroll in the United States. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV Store. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Mystic Archives of Dantalian worth watching?

65
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 66/100 (IMDb 6.5). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Mystic Archives of Dantalian rated?

TV-MAViolenceDisturbing imagery

It's rated TV-MA in the United States. Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.

How many seasons does The Mystic Archives of Dantalian have?

1 season

It has 1 season with 12 episodes of about 25 minutes each.

When did The Mystic Archives of Dantalian air?

It ran from 2011 to 2011 and has ended.

What language is The Mystic Archives of Dantalian in?

Japanese

It was made in Japanese. Produced in Japan.

In how many countries can I watch The Mystic Archives of Dantalian?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Mystic Archives of Dantalian in 43 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does The Mystic Archives of Dantalian use?

Adventure DuoAnti-HeroArt ShiftArtificial HumanBerserk ButtonBeethoven Was an Alien SpyBig EaterBlood-Splattered InnocentsBody HorrorButterfly of DoomButterfly of Death and RebirthTogether in Deathand 56 more

TV Tropes lists 68 storytelling tropes for The Mystic Archives of Dantalian, including Adventure Duo, Anti-Hero, Art Shift.