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Babylon

2019·Show
12Episodes in1Season·TV-MA
62
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High energy, immersive world, emotionally cool.

Energy

Nerve-racking and violent

Fast from start to finish.

  • Tension9
  • Violence8
  • Fast Pace7

Heart

Melancholic and moving

  • Melancholy8
  • Pathos7
  • Catharsis3

Humor

Some dark humor and sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Dark Humor7
  • Wit & Wordplay6
  • Satire & Parody4

World

Crime, politics, and the mind

  • Dialogue Centrality9
  • World Immersion7
  • Ambiguity7

Craft

Standout direction, performances, and dialogue

Layered plot that rewards full attention.

  • Intrigue9
  • Complexity9
  • Direction8

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7

Who it's for

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About

Zen Seizaki is a prosecutor with the Tokyo District Public Prosecutors' Office. While investigating illegal acts by a certain pharmaceutical company, Seizaki stumbles upon a page stained with a mixture of blood, hair and skin, along with the letter "F" scribbled all across the sheet. As he investigates further, the case goes beyond Zen's imagination and becomes vastly complex, challenging his sense of justice and his knowledge of the truth. Digging deeper into the investigation, Zen begins to uncover a concealed plot behind the ongoing mayoral election and ties to many people of interest involved in the election and those closer than he thinks. The case grows more severe and propels Zen into an unforeseen hurricane of corruption and deceit behind the election, the establishment of the Shiniki district, and the mysterious woman associated with it all.
Psychological ThrillerPolitical ConspiracyMoral AmbiguityBleak & CynicalCrime DramaPhilosophical ExplorationDisturbing ContentIntense NarrativeAdult Anime

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Babylon

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Babylon legally?

Babylon is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video, HiDive, and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Babylon worth watching?

62
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 63/100 (IMDb 6.5). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Babylon rated?

TV-MAViolenceSexual contentStrong languageSuicide themesDisturbing imagery

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

How many seasons does Babylon have?

1 season

It has 1 season with 12 episodes of about 24 minutes each.

Is Babylon based on a true story?

No. It's adapted from a novel.

When did Babylon air?

It ran from 2019 to 2020 and has ended.

What language is Babylon in?

Japanese

It was made in Japanese. Produced in Japan.

In how many countries can I watch Babylon?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Babylon in 133 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Babylon use?

Driven to SuicideExtremely Short Intro SequenceWham EpisodeRule of SymbolismDriving QuestionPeaceful in DeathAuthor FilibusterAmoral Attorney

TV Tropes lists 8 storytelling tropes for Babylon, including Driven to Suicide, Extremely Short Intro Sequence, Wham Episode.