Akame ga Kill! (2014)
Anime series · 24 episodes · WHITE FOX · directed by Tomoki Kobayashi
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WHITE FOX's 2014 series, directed by Tomoki Kobayashi, is an action-adventure fantasy with horror and psychological thriller elements. It follows Tatsumi, a young man who joins Night Raid, an elite group of assassins fighting a corrupt empire with unique Imperial Arms. The series explores themes of politics, crime, and the brutal reality of their mission.
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The story
The story of Akame ga Kill! centers on Tatsumi, a naive young man who travels to the capital seeking fame and fortune to save his impoverished village. Instead, he quickly encounters the pervasive corruption and cruelty of the empire, witnessing firsthand the atrocities committed by its soldiers and ruling class under the puppet Emperor and his manipulative Prime Minister. This brutal reality shatters his idealistic view of the world.
Tatsumi is soon recruited by Night Raid, a clandestine group of assassins dedicated to overthrowing the tyrannical regime. Each member wields an "Imperial Arm," ancient, powerful weapons with distinct abilities that are crucial to their fight. The narrative follows Night Raid's dangerous missions to dismantle the corrupt government, highlighting the moral complexities and high stakes of their rebellion. The core conflict arises from the clash between Night Raid and the empire's forces, particularly other Imperial Arm users, where survival hinges on skill and the power of these legendary artifacts.
Credits & cast
- Studio
- WHITE FOX
- Director
- Tomoki Kobayashi
- Animation
- Kazuhisa Nakamura
- Music
- Taku Iwasaki
- Voice
- Sora Amamiya as Akame
- Voice
- Souma Saitou as Tatsumi
- Voice
- Yuu Asakawa as Leone
- Voice
- Yukari Tamura as Mine
Where to watch Akame ga Kill!
Streaming services that list it. Availability changes by country.
Akame ga Kill! colour palette
The main colours across the whole series, by share of the picture.
Colour script
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Where Akame ga Kill! happens
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Akame ga Kill! background art
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Questions about Akame ga Kill!
Who made Akame ga Kill!?
Akame ga Kill! (2014) was animated by WHITE FOX and directed by Tomoki Kobayashi.
Where can I watch Akame ga Kill!?
Hulu, HIDIVE, Amazon Prime Video, Netflix, YouTube list Akame ga Kill!. Availability changes by country.
What anime are like Akame ga Kill!?
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