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Persona 4 The Golden Animation

2014·Show
12Episodes in1Season·TV-14
68
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High energy, big heart.

Energy

Tense and spectacular

  • Tension7
  • Spectacle7
  • Adrenaline6

Heart

Moving and hopeful

Much of it is about growing up and family.

  • Coming of Age9
  • Pathos7
  • Hopefulness7

Humor

Some situational comedy and sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Situational Comedy6
  • Wit & Wordplay6
  • Absurdist Humor4

World

Fantasy, mystery, and growing up

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

  • World Immersion8
  • Rewatchability8
  • Dialogue Centrality7

Craft

Standout characters and direction

  • Character Depth9
  • Intrigue9
  • Direction8

Style

Standout score and visual style

A distinctive visual signature.

  • Music Composition9
  • Music Centrality9
  • Visual Stylization8

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightPartner WatchSolo WatchTeensBinge-FriendlyComfort WatchPure EscapismThought-Provoking

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About

In the spring when the cherry blossom petals fall, Yū Narukami moves to Yaso Inaba to live with his uncle and cousin due to his family's circumstances. He transfers to Yasogami High School, where his event-filled school life begins. However, when serial murders begin occurring in the peaceful town, Yū is awakened to the power of his heart turned to physical form: A Persona. Within these new mysteries is Marie, a resident of the alternate world, the Velvet Room, who has no memories of her past. Together with his friends, Yū must solve all the riddles set in front of him and save Yaso Inaba from further violence.
Anime AdaptationSupernatural MysteryComing-of-Age StoryPsychological ThemesFriendship DynamicsJRPG InspiredHigh School LifeCharacter-DrivenUrban Fantasy

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Persona 4 The Golden Animation

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Where can I stream Persona 4 The Golden Animation legally?

Persona 4 The Golden Animation is included with a subscription to Crunchyroll in the United States. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Persona 4 The Golden Animation worth watching?

68
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 68/100 (IMDb 6.2). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Persona 4 The Golden Animation rated?

TV-14ViolenceDisturbing imagery

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

How many seasons does Persona 4 The Golden Animation have?

1 season

It has 1 season with 12 episodes of about 23 minutes each.

Is Persona 4 The Golden Animation based on a true story?

No. It's adapted from a video game.

When did Persona 4 The Golden Animation air?

It ran from 2014 to 2014 and has ended.

What language is Persona 4 The Golden Animation in?

Japanese

It was made in Japanese. Produced in Japan.

In how many countries can I watch Persona 4 The Golden Animation?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Persona 4 The Golden Animation in 99 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Persona 4 The Golden Animation use?

Continuity NodAwesomeness Is VolatileLate-Arrival SpoilerCall-ForwardFake ShempWrong Genre SavvyA Day in the LimelightNot His SledContinuity CameoSpotlight-Stealing SquadTook a Level in BadassAlternate Continuityand 60 more

TV Tropes lists 72 storytelling tropes for Persona 4 The Golden Animation, including Continuity Nod, Awesomeness Is Volatile, Late-Arrival Spoiler.