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Season 1 – Devilman Crybaby

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Akira's best friend tells him that ancient demons have returned to take back the world from humans and suggests that he unite with a demon. Akira successfully does that, transforming into Devilman, a being with a demon's powers but who retains the soul of a human. This sends Akira into a brutal, degenerate war against evil. With fear of demons gripping the world, humanity devolves into paranoia and violence and Akira sets out to save other demon-human hybrids like himself.

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Emily Gaudette Newsweek 10/15/2018
Can be a difficult watch for Americans, especially if they've never heard of the Devilman franchise before. But it would be a waste to ignore such a gorgeous, disturbing series. Go to Full Review Panos Kotzathanasis Asian Movie Pulse 12/25/2019
Yuasa's narrative approach, of starting the series with much action and gaggy humor only to turn it into something completely dramatic serves the title quite well, as it retains interest for the whole of the 10 episodes. Go to Full Review Toussaint Egan Paste Magazine 02/22/2019
Masaaki Yuasa's contemporary reprise of Akira Fudo and Ryo Asuka's "love" story is as orgiastically violent and unflinchingly risqué as Nagai's original manga, a fitting tribute to both the creator's oeuvre and the character's storied legacy. Go to Full Review Miranda Sanchez IGN Movies 10/15/2018
Devilman Crybaby is certainly not suitable for all viewers, but is one of the rare graphic action anime that has an incredible story to back up its fantastic animation. Go to Full Review Megan Farokhmanesh The Verge 01/22/2018
It moves from jawdropping to heartbreaking at a moment's notice, but it never strays from being unforgettable. Go to Full Review Matt Schley Japan Times 01/19/2018
4/5
Ultra-violence and heavy themes may not sound all that enticing, but the series also has its lighter moments, thanks to an offbeat sense of humor that's made Yuasa a fan favorite. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

Audience Reviews

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The Cursed Legion @GAVINSISEMORE Dec 23 I couldn't get over the animation style such as running and combat looking super silly but I still really enjoyed this series. if the animation style didn't bother me so much it would be a 9/10 See more Nashrah A Nov 25 Devilman Crybaby is one of the most gut wrenching, beautiful, and unforgettable anime experiences I’ve ever had. From the very first episode, it pulls you in with its striking art style, haunting soundtrack, and incredibly bold storytelling. By the end, I was literally bawling… my heart hurt in a way I didn’t expect from a show. See more babarizam D Oct 23 I put a great effort to understand this stupid anime but it has nothing to offer. No proper story line and too much nudity. It is extremely rushed. I think 3 episodes are more than enough to give it a chance. See more Hex x @HexOnThat Jul 22 I gave it the best chance I could, watched like 3 episodes hoping it would pick itself back up and give me something to work with but it didn't. A shame truly, because the art style was so unique and interesting. I simply cannot continue a show with a barely fleshed out plot that is interrupted every few seconds with unnecessary pornographic imagery, and especially when it involves every character in the show dropping into the debauchery, including a child. If the scenes added to the plot I could stand it, but I am left with no real plot that isn't being carried forwards, and I get interrupted every few moments with psychedelic sexual disasters on screen. See absolutely no reason to continue. See more Dora M Apr 4 A well-paced, incredibly animated series with an equally incredible score about friendship, love, hate, and self-acceptance that moves at a lightning pace but slows down just enough for you to mourn with Akira, Miki, and the others. A great look at the challenges of adolescence. May be a difficult watch for some viewers, due to the violent, gory nature of the story, but it's so compelling you can't help but click next at the end of every episode. See more Lloyd S @Lloyd93 Mar 6 Great animations, great soundtrack and great story. Everything was perfect. The combination of violence and music can make the viewer feel the sorrow of the protagonist. A must watch. See more Read all reviews
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Cast & Crew

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Koki Uchiyama

Akira Fudo

Ayumu Murase

Ryo Asuka

Megumi Han

Miki Makimura

Ami Koshimizu

Miki "Miko" Kuroda

Atsuko Tanaka

Sirene

Griffin Burns

Voice

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Jan 5, 2018 I Need You Ryo, a young professor returning from research abroad, takes his pure-hearted, crybaby friend Akira to a decadent party, where things turn demonic. Details Episode 2 Aired Jan 5, 2018 One Hand Is Enough Akira has become a completely different man -- he's stronger and hungrier than ever before; he seeks out Ryo for answers. Details Episode 3 Aired Jan 5, 2018 Believe Me! After getting shut down by his editor, paparazzo Nagasaki gets desperate; Silene and Kaim learn what happened to their missing fellow demon, Amon. Details Episode 4 Aired Jan 5, 2018 Come, Akira Akira's mother calls and says she'll be home soon; everyone is looking forward to seeing her, but Ryo warns Akira not to trust any human. Details Episode 5 Aired Jan 5, 2018 Beautiful Silene Silene tracks down Amon, hoping to reawaken his demonic side, but in the ensuing battle the human soul of Akira remains powerful. Details Episode 6 Aired Jan 5, 2018 Neither Demon Nor Human At a widely broadcast track meet, Ryo plans to expose high school athlete Koda as a demon, thereby spreading fear and distrust throughout society. Details Episode 7 Aired Jan 5, 2018 Weak Humans, Wise Demons With the fear of demons gripping the world, humanity devolves into paranoia and violence; Akira tries to save other demon-human hybrids like himself. Details Episode 8 Aired Jan 5, 2018 I Must Know Myself Ryo's actions and motives remain a mystery to himself, so he revisits his past for answers; Miki's father searches for his missing wife and son. Details Episode 9 Aired Jan 5, 2018 Go to Hell, You Mortals Betrayed and exposed, Akira becomes a target; after Miki takes to social media to defend his human soul, she and Miko find themselves under attack. Details Episode 10 Aired Jan 5, 2018 Crybaby Confronted by Akira, Ryo reveals the truth about demonkind and himself; humans, demons and devilmen gather for an ultimate battle for the world. Details

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Devilman Crybaby — Season 1

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Season Info

Director
Masaaki Yuasa
Executive Producer
Atsuhiro Iwakami, Kaata Sakamoto
Screenwriter
Bob Buchholz, Ichiro Okouchi
Network
Netflix
Rating
TV-MA
Genre
Horror, Anime
Original Language
Japanese
Release Date
Jan 5, 2018