Devilman
On tv asahi
A 1970s action-horror anime about a demon-possessed teenager torn between his demonic nature and his love for humanity, balancing supernatural combat with romantic vulnerability.
Devilman features Akira Fudo, a shy and timid teenager who has gone mountain climbing in the Himalayas with his father. While in the middle of the expedition, both father and son are killed in a tragic accident. Akira's body is found and possessed by the demon soldier Devilman, who uses his new human form as a disguise in order to fulfill his mission of causing chaos on Earth in order to pave the way for a demonic invasion of the planet. Before his mission can begin in earnest, Devilman meets Akira's childhood friend Miki Makimura and quickly falls in love with her. Devilman resolves to protect Miki and humanity as a whole by battling against his fellow demons. Demon Tribe leader Zennon becomes greatly angered at Devilman's betrayal and is quick to send Devilman's former comrades to destroy him. The other demons soon learn that Miki is precious to Devilman and he must now work to protect her, as well as protect himself. Will the power of love be able to overcome that of true evil?
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Questions people ask
Is Devilman violent? Yes, very. More violent than 92% of series.
Is Devilman scary? Yes. More frightening than 79% of series.
Is Devilman easy watching? Barely. Less comforting than 75% of series.
Is Devilman sad? Somewhat. More sad than 72% of series.
Does Devilman leave you hopeful? Not especially. Less hopeful than 63% of series.
These describe how the series comes across across its whole run, compared with other well-known series. They are not a content list — nothing here was counted or checked episode by episode, so for age-suitability or specific content use a classification board or a dedicated content-warning service.
Cinnamon Score
How much this series gives you that nothing else will, and whether it delivers.
Familiar shape, done well.
How unlike any other series this one feels
How much more it delivers than it promises
How much audiences actually like it
Ensemble
Like Devilman
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as Devilman
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like Devilman, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like Devilman, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like Devilman, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.
