Nana (2006)
Anime series · 47 episodes · MADHOUSE · directed by Morio Asaka
DramaMusicRomanceSlice of Life
Studio MADHOUSE’s Nana is a shoujo drama following two young women, both named Nana, as they pursue dreams in Tokyo. One seeks love and happiness, the other rock stardom, with their intertwined lives exploring coming-of-age themes among a primarily adult cast and band setting.
Nana screencaps & stills
Reference frames from Nana.
Nana in motion
Short loops for study, each cut to a single shot.
The story
The narrative of Nana centers on two young women, Nana Komatsu and Nana Osaki, who coincidentally share the same first name. Their paths converge during a train journey to Tokyo, a city where both hope to forge new lives. Nana Komatsu, often called Hachi, arrives with a romanticized vision, driven by a desire to find lasting love and personal contentment in the bustling metropolis.
In stark contrast, Nana Osaki, a punk rock vocalist, is fueled by a fierce ambition to achieve musical stardom and global recognition with her band. As their lives become increasingly intertwined, they support and challenge each other while navigating the complexities of adulthood. The story explores their individual pursuits of happiness and success, contrasting their differing approaches to life and love against the backdrop of Tokyo's vibrant yet often unforgiving realities, threatening to unravel their dreams and their connection.
Credits & cast
- Studio
- MADHOUSE
- Director
- Morio Asaka
- Story
- Ai Yazawa
- Voice
- KAORI. as Nana Komatsu
- Voice
- Romi Park as Nana Oosaki
Where to watch Nana
Streaming services that list it. Availability changes by country.
Nana colour palette
The main colours across the whole series, by share of the picture.
Colour script
The dominant colour of each sampled frame, from the first minute to the last.
Where Nana happens
nighttablebuildingbedroomwallkitchenstreetlight
Nana background art
Frames with no characters in them: the places, as painted.
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Looks like it
Matched frame to frame, on style and colour.
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Questions about Nana
Who made Nana?
Nana (2006) was animated by MADHOUSE and directed by Morio Asaka.
Where can I watch Nana?
Hulu, HIDIVE, Netflix, Crunchyroll list Nana. Availability changes by country.
What anime are like Nana?
Fans most often recommend Paradise Kiss, Beck: Mongolian Chop Squad, IDOLiSH7, Carole & Tuesday. In look: Death Note, The Piano Forest, Boogiepop and Others.
See more of Nana
Every reference frame and clip, searchable by what is in the shot — a character, a place, a light.
Frames and loops from Nana (2006) © MADHOUSE, shown at reduced size as reference for study and commentary. Rights questions: copyright@framethrower.ai.