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Daphne in the Brilliant Blue

Series Overview

In the future, water has covered much of the Earth due to the effects of global warming, leaving the human race to live on neighboring floating cities. The orphaned Maia Mizuki, 15, just graduated from middle school and has already applied for employment in the elite Ocean Agency, part of the futuristic world government. Only the best, most intelligent, and physically fit students are eligible for admission.

Broadcast Schedule & Network Information

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EndedScripted
Original Network
AT-X
Chiba TV
Episodes & Seasons

1 Season • 24 Episodes

25 min per episode

Air Date Window

2004 – 2004

Premiered: Thu, Jan 15, 2004

Created By

Creative Production Team

Latest Aired Episode

Aired: Sat, Jul 3, 2004

Season 1, Episode 24: “Daphne In The Brilliant Blue”

Kevin forwards the coordinates of Elpida to the Yomogi-1. Tony gives Mai, Wong Chang and Lee the use of an attack sub. The Ocean Agency trails the Yomogi-1 to Elpida. While the treasure hunters chases off the Ocean Agency’s pursuit vehicle. Maia descends into the shell of the city proper. Once inside memories flood her mind. Suddenly she recalls the outbreak from the biological facility. She finds the time capsule she and her brother buried and then realizes the person that raised her as her grandfather was really her older brother.

Seasons & Episodes Breakdown

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Takashi Ikehata

Screenplay & Story

Seishi Minakami

Original Score & Music

Kow Otani

Director of Photography

Yoshio Ookouchi

Film Editing

Shigeru Nishiyama

Producers

Yuji Matsukura, Nobuhiro Osawa

Department Leadership Roster

Kow Otani

Kow Otani

Original Music Composer

Yuji Matsukura

Producer

Nobuhiro Osawa

Nobuhiro Osawa

Producer

Shigeru Nishiyama

Editor

Yoshio Ookouchi

Director of Photography

Age Classification & Content Advisories

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Primary: M

M: Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.

International Certification Matrix

Australia (ACB)M

Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Daphne in the Brilliant Blue

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What is Daphne in the Brilliant Blue about?

In the future, water has covered much of the Earth due to the effects of global warming, leaving the human race to live on neighboring floating cities. The orphaned Maia Mizuki, 15, just graduated from middle school and has already applied for employment in the elite Ocean Agency, part of the futuristic world government. Only the best, most intelligent, and physically fit students are eligible for admission.

How many seasons does Daphne in the Brilliant Blue have?

Daphne in the Brilliant Blue comprises 1 season available to explore.

Who stars in Daphne in the Brilliant Blue?

Key cast members in Daphne in the Brilliant Blue include Mai Nakahara, Masumi Asano, Yuhko Kaida, Sayaka Ohara, Kana Ueda.

Who created or directed Daphne in the Brilliant Blue?

Daphne in the Brilliant Blue was developed and directed by Takashi Ikehata.