Devilman
デビルマン
Devilman features Akira Fudo, a shy and timid teenager who has gone mountain climbing in the Himalayas with his father. While in the middle of the expedition, both father and son are killed in a tragic accident. Akira's…
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Synopsis
Devilman features Akira Fudo, a shy and timid teenager who has gone mountain climbing in the Himalayas with his father. While in the middle of the expedition, both father and son are killed in a tragic accident. Akira's body is found and possessed by the demon soldier Devilman, who uses his new human form as a disguise in order to fulfill his mission of causing chaos on Earth in order to pave the way for a demonic invasion of the planet. Before his mission can begin in earnest, Devilman meets Akira's childhood friend Miki Makimura and quickly falls in love with her. Devilman resolves to protect Miki and humanity as a whole by battling against his fellow demons. Demon Tribe leader Zennon becomes greatly angered at Devilman's betrayal and is quick to send Devilman's former comrades to destroy him. The other demons soon learn that Miki is precious to Devilman and he must now work to protect her, as well as protect himself. Will the power of love be able to overcome that of true evil?
About
Devilman premiered on July 8, 1972. It falls under the Action & Adventure, Animation, Sci-Fi & Fantasy genres. The series has aired across 1 season and 39 episodes. with each episode running approximately 25 minutes. It airs on tv asahi. and concluded its run on March 31, 1973.
Why viewers enjoy Devilman
Devilman targets fans of Action & Adventure anime, especially viewers who appreciate stories that blend Animation, Sci-Fi & Fantasy elements. This combination of Action & Adventure, Animation, Sci-Fi & Fantasy sets the show's pacing and tone, and explains why it resonates with that specific audience over more general animated programming.
Production
Devilman was animated by Toei Animation, NET, and broadcast on tv asahi.
Critical reception
Devilman holds a rating of 7.1 out of 10 based on 40 user reviews on TMDB, a solid score that signals a stable, dedicated viewership.
Themes & motifs
Recurring motifs and themes throughout Devilman include: superhero, demon, anime, horror. These threads anchor the show's narrative direction and offer a reliable indicator of the kind of viewing experience it delivers.
Voice cast
Ryoichi Tanaka
Hidekatsu Shibata
Kazuko Sawada
Ichiro Nagai
Joji Yanami
Keiko Yamamoto
Sumie Sakai
Production credits
- Direction
- Tomoharu Katsumata · Masayuki Akehi
- Writing
- Masaki Tsuji
Release dates
Premiered
July 8, 1972
Last aired
March 31, 1973
Seasons & episodes
Season1
July 8, 1972·39episodes
Season1
July 8, 1972·39episodes
No description available for this season.
Themes & topics
Keywords associated with this title by the community.
- superhero
- demon
- anime
- horror
Network
Frequently asked questions
When did Devilman premiere?
Devilman premiered on July 8, 1972.
How many seasons does Devilman have?
Devilman has 1 season and 39 episodes in total.
What genre is Devilman?
Devilman is classified under Action & Adventure, Animation, Sci-Fi & Fantasy.
What networks did Devilman air on?
Devilman aired on tv asahi.
Is Devilman finished?
Yes, Devilman concluded its run on March 31, 1973.
How long is each episode of Devilman?
Each episode of Devilman runs for approximately 25 minutes.
Where is Devilman from?
Devilman is a Japanese anime production.
What is the TMDB rating of Devilman?
Devilman holds a rating of 7.1 out of 10 on TMDB based on community reviews.
