Crying Freeman
Crying フリーマン
Yo Hinomura was an ordinary Japanese potter when a run-in with a Chinese mafia changed his life forever. Now an assassin for the 108 Dragons, Yo is the perfect killing machine. As a sign for remorse over his victims, he…
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Synopsis
Yo Hinomura was an ordinary Japanese potter when a run-in with a Chinese mafia changed his life forever. Now an assassin for the 108 Dragons, Yo is the perfect killing machine. As a sign for remorse over his victims, he sheds tears after eliminating his targets. Because of this, he is infamously known by the Dragons and every crime syndicate in the world as the "Crying Freeman."
About
Crying Freeman premiered on November 25, 1988. and was created by Kazuo Koike. It falls under the Action & Adventure, Animation, Drama, Crime genres. The series has aired across 1 season and 6 episodes. with each episode running approximately 52 minutes. and concluded its run on February 25, 1994.
Why viewers enjoy Crying Freeman
Crying Freeman targets fans of Action & Adventure anime, especially viewers who appreciate stories that blend Animation, Drama, Crime elements. This combination of Action & Adventure, Animation, Drama, Crime sets the show's pacing and tone, and explains why it resonates with that specific audience over more general animated programming.
Production
Crying Freeman was animated by Toei Video Company, Aies, SEGA, under the creative direction of Kazuo Koike.
Critical reception
Crying Freeman holds a rating of 7.4 out of 10 based on 8 user reviews on TMDB, a solid score that signals a stable, dedicated viewership.
Themes & motifs
Recurring motifs and themes throughout Crying Freeman include: assassin, chinese mafia, mafia, based on manga, seinen, anime. These threads anchor the show's narrative direction and offer a reliable indicator of the kind of viewing experience it delivers.
Voice cast
Toshio Furukawa
Yoshiko Sakakibara
Osamu Saka
Kaoru Matsumoto
Masako Katsuki
Koji Totani
Yusaku Yara
Masato Hirano
Kazumi Tanaka
Kohei Miyauchi
Production credits
- Created by
- Kazuo Koike
- Direction
- Takaaki Yamashita · Johei Matsuura · Daisuke Nishio
- Writing
- Higashi Shimizu · Ryūnosuke Ono · Tatsunosuke Ohno
Release dates
Premiered
November 25, 1988
Last aired
February 25, 1994
Seasons & episodes
Season1
November 25, 1988·6episodes
Season1
November 25, 1988·6episodes
No description available for this season.
Themes & topics
Keywords associated with this title by the community.
- assassin
- chinese mafia
- mafia
- based on manga
- seinen
- anime
- original video animation (ova)
Frequently asked questions
When did Crying Freeman premiere?
Crying Freeman premiered on November 25, 1988.
How many seasons does Crying Freeman have?
Crying Freeman has 1 season and 6 episodes in total.
What genre is Crying Freeman?
Crying Freeman is classified under Action & Adventure, Animation, Drama, Crime.
Who created Crying Freeman?
Crying Freeman was created by Kazuo Koike.
Is Crying Freeman finished?
Yes, Crying Freeman concluded its run on February 25, 1994.
How long is each episode of Crying Freeman?
Each episode of Crying Freeman runs for approximately 52 minutes.
Where is Crying Freeman from?
Crying Freeman is a Japanese anime production.
What is the TMDB rating of Crying Freeman?
Crying Freeman holds a rating of 7.4 out of 10 on TMDB based on community reviews.
