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AKB0048
2012·Show
·26Episodes in1Season·
AKB0048 fingerprint
Stunning style, high energy, a touch of humor.
Energy
Spectacular
- Spectacle8
- Fast Pace6
- Adrenaline5
Heart
Hopeful and wondrous
Much of it is about growing up.
- Hopefulness8
- Coming of Age8
- Wonder8
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay4
- Situational Comedy3
- Satire & Parody3
World
The future, show business, and growing up
- World Immersion7
- Novelty7
- Dialogue Centrality6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction7
- Narrative Structure7
- Character Depth7
Style
Standout score and visual style
A distinctive visual signature.
- Music Centrality10
- Music Composition9
- Visual Stylization9
Energy
HighSpectacular
AKB0048 is spectacular.
All energy traits
- Spectacle8Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Tension4Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Violence2Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare0Frightening moments and scares.
Heart
HighHopeful and wondrous
Much of it is about growing up.
Emotionally, it's hopeful, wondrous, and wholesome. Much of it is about growing up.
All heart traits
- Hopefulness8Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Coming of Age8Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder8Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Family Dynamics5Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance4Love stories and emotional connections.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy3Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Satire & Parody3Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Dark Humor0Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Pastiche5Playful imitation of styles.
World
MediumThe future, show business, and growing up
Its world is built around the future, show business, and growing up.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Futuristic9Speculative tech and future worlds.
- Showbiz9Entertainment industry and performance.
- Pop Culture8References and cultural commentary.
- Tech & Humanity7Human stories in a tech world.
- Social Commentary6Perspectives on society and norms.
- Politics5Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
Related traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Homage & Reference6Allusions to other works.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
Very highStandout score and visual style
A distinctive visual signature.
Look and sound: the score and visual style stand out.
All style traits
- Music Centrality10Songs central to storytelling.
- Music Composition9Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization9Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Spectacle8Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Pastiche5Playful imitation of styles.
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About
AKB0048, sometimes stylized AKB∞48, is a 2012 Japanese anime television series based on the popular AKB48 idol group. The anime is produced by Satelight, with Shōji Kawamori as chief director and writer. The first season aired in Japan between April and July 2012 whilst the second season aired between January and March 2013.
Idol AnimeSci-Fi MusicalUtopian DystopianComing-of-Age StoryPop Culture PhenomenonConcert SpectacleRebellion & HopeFuturistic SocietyMusic Driven Narrative
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Questions about AKB0048
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is AKB0048 worth watching?
63
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 64/100 (IMDb 6.6). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How many seasons does AKB0048 have?
1 season
It has 1 season with 26 episodes.
When did AKB0048 air?
S1
It ran from 2012 to 2013 and has ended.
What language is AKB0048 in?
Japanese
It was made in Japanese. Produced in Japan.
What tropes does AKB0048 use?
Stealth PunShout-OutCasting GagInvincible VillainSpace Is NoisyApplied PhlebotinumSingle-Biome PlanetItashaDoes This Remind You of Anything?Culture PoliceAscend to a Higher Plane of ExistenceArtificial Gravityand 90 more
TV Tropes lists 102 storytelling tropes for AKB0048, including Stealth Pun, Shout-Out, Casting Gag.