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The Promised Neverland

2019 – 2021Show2 seasons23 episodesTV-MA

AnimationDrama
88
ExcellentGoodWatch score
IMDb8.1Rotten Tomatoes100%65%

A nerve-racking, gripping animated series about family and growing up, with standout performances and editing.

Good for friends night · teens · binge-friendly

Skip it if you want something quiet and calm

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Not for laughs, warmth or comfort.

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Episodes

2 seasons · 23 episodes · best: S1E12 "150146" 9.7

Episodes

9.0
6.2

Story

Emma, Norman and Ray are the brightest kids at the Grace Field House orphanage. And under the care of the woman they refer to as “Mom,” all the kids have enjoyed a comfortable life. Good food, clean clothes and the perfect environment to learn—what more could an orphan ask for? One day, though, Emma and Norman uncover the dark truth of the outside world they are forbidden from seeing.

Feels like

  • Psychological Thriller
  • Dystopian Orphanage
  • High-Stakes Escape
  • Found Family Bonds
  • Intellectual Chess Match
  • Dark Fantasy Mystery
  • Emotional Trauma & Resilience
  • Suspenseful Pacing
  • Coming-of-Age Horror

Cast

24 of 28 · most episodes first

Crew

Directors
Mamoru Kanbe, Yoshiki Kitai, Hiroki Itai
Written by
Kaiu Shirai, Toshiya Ohno, Nanao
Produced by
Kenta Suzuki, Noriko Ozaki, Kazuki Oshima
Music by
Takahiro Obata

Everyone

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Facts

January 11, 2019 · March 26, 2021 · Ended

First aired
January 11, 2019
Last aired
March 26, 2021
Status
Ended
Length
2 seasons · 23 episodes
Age rating
TV-MA
Content
Violence, Disturbing Imagery, Suicide Themes
Genres
Animation, Drama, Mystery, Sci-Fi & Fantasy
Original language
Japanese
Made in
Japan
Available in
109 countries

Tropes

Scary Black Man, Flesh Golem, Hunting the Most Dangerous Game +9

  • Scary Black Man
  • Flesh Golem
  • Hunting the Most Dangerous Game
  • Big Damn Heroes
  • Troubling Unchildlike Behavior
  • Paper-Thin Disguise
  • Ambiguous Ending
  • Cavalry Betrayal
  • Flash Forward
  • Surprisingly Creepy Moment
  • True Companions
  • Alas, Poor Villain

12 of 128 tropes. From TV Tropes.

Q&A

6 questions, like "Where can I stream The Promised Neverland?"

Questions about The Promised Neverland

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream The Promised Neverland?

CrunchyrollWeTV

In the United States, The Promised Neverland streams on Crunchyroll and WeTV. You can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store. It also streams in 107 other countries.

Is The Promised Neverland worth watching?

88
ExcellentGoodWatch score

Yes, it's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 88 (IMDb 8.1 and Rotten Tomatoes 100%). Critics rate it higher (100 out of 100) than audiences (73). Season 2 is the weak spot, with an IMDb average of 6.2 against 9.0 for the best season.

How long does it take to watch The Promised Neverland?

9 h

About 9 hours: 23 episodes in 2 seasons of about 23 minutes each, aired from 2019 to 2021.

Will The Promised Neverland scare me?

Not scaryTerrifying

At times: scares are rated 7 of 10.

Is The Promised Neverland in English?

Japanese

No, it was made in Japanese.

What tropes does The Promised Neverland use?

Scary Black ManFlesh GolemHunting the Most Dangerous GameBig Damn HeroesTroubling Unchildlike BehaviorPaper-Thin DisguiseAmbiguous EndingCavalry BetrayalFlash ForwardSurprisingly Creepy MomentTrue CompanionsAlas, Poor Villainand 116 more

TV Tropes lists 128 tropes for it, including Scary Black Man, Flesh Golem, and Hunting the Most Dangerous Game.