“Genius boy "Akuma-kun" solves bizarre cases while searching for his true origins with partner Mephisto III.”
Akuma-kun (ONA)
悪魔くん
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Based on your preference for character-driven stories with layered emotional arcs, this title's exploration of identity and belonging would deeply resonate. The pacing mirrors series you've rated highly, and its thematic depth aligns with your appreciation for nuanced storytelling...
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Synopsis
Genius boy "Akuma-kun" solves bizarre cases while searching for his true origins with partner Mephisto III.
Millennium Research Institute, a counseling office where bizarre requests come in. The head of the research institute, Ichirou Umoregi, also known as "Akuma-kun," a genius boy who only appears once in 10,000 years. However, he doesn't know his real family. So Akuma-kun, along with his partner Mephisto III, pursue the mystery of his origin while challenging mysterious cases in this mysterious detective buddy story. (Source: Fandom)
What people say
Community consensus
Derived from 4 sampled reviews
What 4 viewers settled on.
Mostly aligned
σ 1.22 · some divergence
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Not enough recommend signal yet
↓ 2.00
Running avg · Nov 2023 → Jan 2024
- 10 “Akuma-kun succeeds as a standalone sequel that masterfully blends supernatural mystery with psychological horror, complemented by well-executed comedy and genuinely enjoyable interpersonal...”
- 7 “The series shines in its unique exploration of fatherhood in all its forms, using mystery-solving to examine complex human emotions through philosophical questions about love, hate, and...”
- 7 “Akuma-kun 2023 welcomes newcomers with clear world-building, crafts fair-play mysteries that let viewers solve cases alongside the genius protagonist, and sports a delightfully creepy-cute art...”
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- Format 12 × 23′ eps × min
- Total runtime 4h 36m all episodes
- Aired Nov 2023 – ongoing
- Source Ona media type
- Rated R 17+ (violence & profanity)
- Ref. BS-20523 catalog
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- Toei Animation Producer