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Banana Fish

2018·Show
24Episodes in1Season·TV-MA
86
ExcellentGoodWatch score
IMDb8.1Rotten Tomatoes–93%
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A , animated series: , but never gory, .

Good for friends night · teens · binge-friendly

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About

Love is dangerous

A teenaged gang leader in New York City faces his abuser and rival gangs alongside a photojournalist from Japan as they investigate a deadly new drug.
Tragic Crime ThrillerYakuza & Gang WarfarePsychological TraumaIntense Emotional BondDark Noir AtmosphereMystery InvestigationHigh-Stakes ActionBleak RealismCharacter-Driven Drama

Crew

Directed by:
Hiroko Utsumi, Nobuyoshi Arai, Yuki Nishibata
Written by:
Hiroshi Seko
Produced by:
Kyoko Uryu, Yuka Okayasu
Composed by:
Shinichi Osawa

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Banana Fish

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Banana Fish legally?

Netflix

Banana Fish is included with a subscription to Netflix in the United States. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Banana Fish worth watching?

86
ExcellentGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 87/100 (IMDb 8.1). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Banana Fish rated?

TV-MAViolenceStrong languageDrug useDisturbing imagery

It's rated TV-MA in the United States. Content advisories: violence, strong language, drug use, and disturbing imagery.

How many seasons does Banana Fish have?

1 season

It has 1 season with 24 episodes of about 23 minutes each.

Will Banana Fish make me laugh?

Serious

No. It plays it straight.

Is Banana Fish plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Both, in balance. It gives its characters as much weight as its plot.

Can I half-watch Banana Fish?

Easy watchDemanding

Better with focus. It asks for some attention to follow.

Is Banana Fish good for date night?

AdultsFriends NightSolo WatchTeens

Not really. Our viewing guide doesn't list it for date night, despite its romance.

Will Banana Fish scare me?

Not scaryTerrifying

Barely. The scares are mild. It's tense rather than scary.

Will I feel good after watching Banana Fish?

BleakHopeful

Probably not. Its tone is bleak and sad.

When did Banana Fish air?

It ran from 2018 to 2018 and has ended.

What language is Banana Fish in?

Japanese

It was made in Japanese. Produced in Japan.

In how many countries can I watch Banana Fish?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Banana Fish in 122 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Banana Fish use?

Shell-Shocked VeteranPoor Communication KillsLaughing MadBeauty, Brains, and BrawnEnemy Civil WarEstablishing Character MomentIdiosyncratic Episode NamingImprobably High I.Q.Bittersweet EndingThe MafiaTheme Music Power-UpThe '80sand 60 more

TV Tropes lists 72 storytelling tropes for Banana Fish, including Shell-Shocked Veteran, Poor Communication Kills, Laughing Mad.