Beauty or Beast
Series Overview
This drama pits two protagonists against each other. On the one hand there's Makoto, a woman who believes that the TV program is a product and that viewer ratings are the proceeds, and who believes any method is fair in getting those ratings. On the other hand there's Hiromi, a flashy sort of guy who claims that life is to enjoy and boasts that the program is simply a tool in that process. He loves wine, women and gambling. Such a pair is bound to mix like oil and water, but following a fateful reunion, they come to understand each other in the midst of confrontation.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
Airing status, episode counts, upcoming schedule, and network syndication.
1 Season • 11 Episodes
45 min per episode
2003 – 2003
Premiered: Thu, Jan 9, 2003
Creative Production Team
Latest Aired Episode
Season 1, Episode 11: “You're not alone anymore”
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Cast & Creators
Explore Star Directory →
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Hiroshi Nishitani
Tomoko Yoshida
Kan Sawada
Masaaki Yamamoto, Seiji Harimoto
Yoshimasa Genohzono, Kiichi Iguchi, Sosuke Osabe
Department Leadership Roster
Tomoko Yoshida
Writer
Hiroshi Nishitani
Director
Yoshimasa Genohzono
Producer
Kiichi Iguchi
Producer
Sosuke Osabe
Producer
Kan Sawada
Original Music Composer
Masaaki Yamamoto
Editor
Seiji Harimoto
Editor
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Beauty or Beast.
Shows Similar to Beauty or Beast
Series sharing comparable tone, character dynamics, and narrative themes
5.8
7.5
7.0
8.5
6.7
8.3
10.0
8.0
10.0
7.0
6.7
6.6
4.8
4.5
6.6
7.0
7.7Anime
8.2
7.0
More Series Like Beauty or Beast
Shows sharing similar genres, audiences, and storylines.
Frequently Asked Questions About Beauty or Beast
Key facts, seasons breakdown, and credits for search engines and AI assistants.
What is Beauty or Beast about?
This drama pits two protagonists against each other. On the one hand there's Makoto, a woman who believes that the TV program is a product and that viewer ratings are the proceeds, and who believes any method is fair in getting those ratings. On the other hand there's Hiromi, a flashy sort of guy who claims that life is to enjoy and boasts that the program is simply a tool in that process. He loves wine, women and gambling. Such a pair is bound to mix like oil and water, but following a fateful reunion, they come to understand each other in the midst of confrontation.
How many seasons does Beauty or Beast have?
Beauty or Beast comprises 1 season available to explore.
Who stars in Beauty or Beast?
Key cast members in Beauty or Beast include Nanako Matsushima, Masaharu Fukuyama, Ikkei Watanabe, Norito Yashima, Kuranosuke Sasaki.
Who created or directed Beauty or Beast?
Beauty or Beast was developed and directed by Hiroshi Nishitani.