Monster (2004)
Anime series · 74 episodes · MADHOUSE
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MADHOUSE's Monster is a psychological thriller following Dr. Kenzo Tenma, a Japanese surgeon in Germany. After saving a young boy's life over a mayor's, Tenma finds himself implicated in a series of murders and embarks on a quest to uncover the truth behind the boy he saved. The series explores themes of crime, philosophy, and the consequences of moral choices.
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The story
Dr. Kenzo Tenma, a respected Japanese brain surgeon in Germany, faces a profound moral dilemma. He chooses to save the life of a critically injured young boy instead of the town mayor, a decision that jeopardizes his career and standing. Soon after, a series of unexplained murders begins, and Tenma becomes the prime suspect despite a lack of direct evidence.
As more murders occur in his vicinity, Tenma's core belief in the equal value of all life is challenged. He realizes his fateful decision had far-reaching and unforeseen consequences. Driven by a need to understand the unfolding tragedy and clear his name, Tenma abandons his medical career to journey across the country, determined to uncover the mystery surrounding the boy whose life he saved. The story follows his pursuit of truth and justice, with his reputation and freedom hanging in the balance.
Credits & cast
- Studio
- MADHOUSE
- Story
- Naoki Urasawa
- Music
- Kuniaki Haishima
- Voice
- Hidenobu Kiuchi as Kenzou Tenma
- Voice
- Nozomu Sasaki as Johan Liebert
- Voice
- Mamiko Noto as Anna Liebert
- Voice
- Tsutomu Isobe as Heinrich Runge
Where to watch Monster
Streaming services that list it. Availability changes by country.
Monster colour palette
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Colour script
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Where Monster happens
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Monster background art
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Questions about Monster
Who made Monster?
Monster (2004) was animated by MADHOUSE.
Where can I watch Monster?
Hulu, Netflix, Amazon Prime Video list Monster. Availability changes by country.
What anime are like Monster?
Fans most often recommend Death Note, Psycho-Pass, Terror in Resonance, Gankutsuou: The Count of Monte Cristo. In look: Gungrave, Gunslinger Girl, Millennium Actress.
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