Devilman
Series Overview
Akira is just another normal kid in modern-day Tokyo, until an old friend of his, Ryo, shows up and turns his world upside down. Akira learns that there is an upcoming war of demons on humanity and he has just been enlisted for a major tour of duty. But the only way to fight a demon is with their power, so Akira and Ryo risk a dangerous ceremony in an attempt to create humanity's only hope: the powerful Devilman.
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Broadcast Syndication
1 Season • 3 Episodes
1987 – 2000
Premiered: Sun, Nov 1, 1987
Go NagaiLatest Aired Episode
Season 1, Episode 3: “Amon: The Apocalypse of Devilman”
Fear runs rampant throughout Tokyo with the revelation that demons in fact exist amongst us. Paranoia and the darker side of humanity boils onto the streets as people turn on one another, suspecting that anyone could in fact be a demon hiding in human clothing. Amidst the growing tensions, tragedy strikes Akira causing his mind to snap, retreating into his subconscious, allowing his Devilish alter-ego Amon to break free from Akira's cage of flesh and wreak havoc on both human and demons alike.
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Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Devilman: The Birth DUB 1987 (OVA)
Type: Featurette • Published 2021-01-16
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Go Nagai
Go Nagai
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What is Devilman about?
Akira is just another normal kid in modern-day Tokyo, until an old friend of his, Ryo, shows up and turns his world upside down. Akira learns that there is an upcoming war of demons on humanity and he has just been enlisted for a major tour of duty. But the only way to fight a demon is with their power, so Akira and Ryo risk a dangerous ceremony in an attempt to create humanity's only hope: the powerful Devilman.
How many seasons does Devilman have?
Devilman comprises 1 season available to explore.
Who stars in Devilman?
Key cast members in Devilman include Show Hayami, Alan Marriott, Yu Mizushima, Adam Matalon, Jun Konomaki.
Who created or directed Devilman?
Devilman was developed and directed by Go Nagai.