Basilisk
Series Overview
The story takes place in the year 1614. Two ninja clans, Tsubagakure of the Iga and Manjidani of Kouga, battle each other to determine which grandson of Tokugawa Ieyasu will become the next shogun. The deadly competition between 10 elite ninja from each clan unleashes a centuries-old hatred that threatens to destroy all hope for peace between them.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
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2 Seasons • 48 Episodes
24 min per episode
2005 – 2018
Premiered: Tue, Apr 12, 2005
Creative Production Team
Latest Aired Episode
Season 2, Episode 24: “The Cherry Blossoms Bloom”
In a parallel world, Hibiki and Hachirou face off with the Joujinshuu one final time. The Joujinshuu are caught off guard and overwhelmed, but Joujin still has a final trick up his sleeve: a deep connection to a powerful, hidden ninja.
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Basilisk - Complete Series - Anime Classic - Available NowOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2015-08-13
Cast & Creators
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Junji Nishimura
Shinsuke Onishi, Futaro Yamada
Go Nakanishi, Takuya Matsushita, Kensuke Tateishi, Renta Suzuki, Natsuko Tatsuzawa
Department Leadership Roster
Renta Suzuki
Producer
Natsuko Tatsuzawa
Producer
Isao Hidaka
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
TV-MA: Mature Audience Only — Specifically designed to be viewed by adults and unsuitable for children under 17.
International Certification Matrix
Mature Audience Only — Specifically designed to be viewed by adults and unsuitable for children under 17.
Interdit aux moins de 18 ans — 18+ only.
Parental Guidance Suggested.
FSK 18 — Restricted to adults 18 and older.
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Basilisk
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What is Basilisk about?
The story takes place in the year 1614. Two ninja clans, Tsubagakure of the Iga and Manjidani of Kouga, battle each other to determine which grandson of Tokugawa Ieyasu will become the next shogun. The deadly competition between 10 elite ninja from each clan unleashes a centuries-old hatred that threatens to destroy all hope for peace between them.
How many seasons does Basilisk have?
Basilisk comprises 2 seasons available to explore.
Who stars in Basilisk?
Key cast members in Basilisk include Inori Minase, Reina Ueda, Tasuku Hatanaka, Yui Horie, Takuya Kirimoto.
Who created or directed Basilisk?
Basilisk was developed and directed by Junji Nishimura.