Psycho-Pass

2012·Show
41Episodes in3Seasons·TV-MA
79
GreatGoodWatch score
IMDb8.1Metacritic––Rotten Tomatoes–79%

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Psycho-Pass fingerprint

High energy, immersive world, light on feelings.

Energy

Nerve-racking and fast-paced

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension9
  • Fast Pace8
  • Violence8

Heart

Melancholic

  • Melancholy7
  • Pathos6
  • Catharsis5

Humor

Some dark humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Dark Humor6
  • Satire & Parody4
  • Wit & Wordplay3

World

The future, crime, and the mind

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • Novelty8

Craft

Standout characters, direction, and performances

Layered plot that rewards full attention.

  • Character Depth9
  • Intrigue9
  • Complexity9

Style

Standout editing

  • Editing8
  • Cinematography7
  • Music Composition7

Who it's for

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About

In the year 2113, people are given brain scans to determine how likely they are to commit a crime. Those who fail are apprehended, or even killed.
Dystopian FutureCyberpunkPsychological ThrillerSocial JusticeMoral AmbiguityCrime InvestigationTechnological ControlHigh TensionPhilosophical

Crew

Directed by:
Naoyoshi Shiotani, Yuuzou Satou, Takayuki Hamana
Written by:
Makoto Fukami, Gen Urobuchi, Jun Kumagai
Composed by:
Yugo Kanno

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Psycho-Pass

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Where can I stream Psycho-Pass legally?

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Psycho-Pass is included with a subscription to Hulu, Amazon Prime Video, Crunchyroll, and Amazon Prime Video with Ads 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 Psycho-Pass worth watching?

79
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 79/100 (IMDb 8.1). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Psycho-Pass rated?

TV-MAViolenceDisturbing imagerySuicide themes

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

How many seasons does Psycho-Pass have?

3 seasons

It has 3 seasons with 41 episodes.

When did Psycho-Pass air?

It ran from 2012 to 2019 and has ended.

What language is Psycho-Pass in?

JapaneseEnglish

It was made in Japanese, with some English. Produced in Japan.

In how many countries can I watch Psycho-Pass?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Psycho-Pass in 136 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Psycho-Pass use?

Sequel EscalationChekhov's BoomerangAwful TruthDoes This Remind You of Anything?Writers Cannot Do MathBait-and-Switch CreditsKill Me Now, or Forever Stay Your HandHero of Another StoryAll There in the ManualBFGOrder Versus ChaosHigh Turnover Rateand 211 more

TV Tropes lists 223 storytelling tropes for Psycho-Pass, including Sequel Escalation, Chekhov's Boomerang, Awful Truth.

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