Terror in Resonance (2014)
A gripping psychological anime thriller about two teenage terrorists shaking Tokyo to its core and the secrets buried beneath their rage.
Terror in Resonance - Series Information
- Original Title: 残響のテロル
- First Air Year: 2014
- Last Air Year: 2014
- Type: TV Series
- Genres: Animation, Drama, Mystery
- Content Rating (US): TV-14
- Episode Runtime: Average runtime per episode (23 minutes)
- Number of Seasons: 1
- Number of Episodes: 11
- Status: Ended
- Original Language: Japanese
- Spoken Languages: Japanese
- First Air Date: July 11, 2014 (United States - TV-14), July 11, 2014 (Canada - PG), July 11, 2014 (United Kingdom - 12), July 11, 2014 (Australia - M), July 11, 2014 (Brazil - 14), July 11, 2014 (South Korea - 15)
- Networks: Fuji TV
- Alternative Titles: Terror in Resonance (US), 잔향의테러 (KR), Резонанс Ужаса (RU), 恐怖残响 (CN), Відлуння терору (UA), Zankyō no Terror (JP), Zagadkowi terroryści (PL), Terror em Ressonância (BR)
- Production Companies: MAPPA, Aniplex, Fuji Television Network, Kyoraku Industrial Holdings, dentsu
- Production Countries: Japan
Terror in Resonance - Plot
In an alternate version of the present, Tokyo has been decimated by a shocking terrorist attack, and the only hint to the identity of the culprit is a bizarre video uploaded to the internet. The police, baffled by this cryptic clue, are powerless to stop the paranoia spreading across the population. While the world searches for a criminal mastermind to blame for this tragedy, two mysterious children - children who shouldn't even exist - masterfully carry out their heinous plan. Cursed to walk through this world with the names Nine and Twelve, the two combine to form "Sphinx," a clandestine entity determine to wake the people from their slumber - and pull the trigger on this world.
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Terror in Resonance - Cast & Crew
Main Cast
- Soma Saito
- Atsumi Tanezaki
- Kaito Ishikawa
- Shunsuke Sakuya
- Yoshimitsu Shimoyama
- Binbin Takaoka
- Kanji Obana
- Takaya Hashi
- Shūichirō Moriyama
- Naoko Kaneta
Writers
- Hiroshi Seko
- Jun Kumagai
- Kenta Ihara
- Hikaru Yano
Executive Producers
- Gen Fukunaga
Terror in Resonance - FAQs
Who are Nine and Twelve in Terror in Resonance?
Nine and Twelve are the two teenage protagonists — and antagonists — at the heart of the story. Survivors of a covert government experiment called the Athena Plan, they operate under the alias Sphinx and orchestrate a series of calculated terrorist attacks in Tokyo to expose the dark secrets of their past.
What is Terror in Resonance about?
Set in an alternate present-day Tokyo, the series follows two enigmatic teenagers known as Nine and Twelve who launch a string of terrorist attacks under the name Sphinx. As a seasoned detective closes in, the show unravels a chilling conspiracy rooted in government experimentation, trauma, and the desire to be remembered.
Where can you stream Terror in Resonance?
Terror in Resonance is available to stream on Crunchyroll, Crunchyroll Amazon Channel, Retrocrush, Rakuten Viki, and RetroCrush Amazon Channel. Free ad-supported viewing is available on Tubi TV, Cineverse, Amasian TV, and Plex. It can also be purchased on Apple TV Store.
Does Terror in Resonance have a satisfying ending?
The finale is emotionally devastating rather than conventionally satisfying. It resolves the central conspiracy and the fates of Nine and Twelve with quiet, tragic finality. Many viewers find it profoundly moving, though its melancholic tone and abrupt conclusion have sparked debate about whether justice — or peace — was truly achieved.
Who composed the music for Terror in Resonance?
The score was composed by Yoko Kanno, the legendary musician behind iconic anime soundtracks including Cowboy Bebop and Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex. Her work on Terror in Resonance blends jazz, electronica, and haunting orchestral pieces, and is widely considered one of the series' greatest strengths.
How many episodes does Terror in Resonance have?
Terror in Resonance ran for 11 episodes across a single season, each approximately 23 minutes long. The series aired on Fuji TV in Japan from July to September 2014, telling a complete, self-contained story with no sequel or continuation.
Is Terror in Resonance based on a true story?
It is not based on a specific true story, but director Shinichirō Watanabe drew inspiration from real-world themes of state-sponsored child experimentation, social alienation, and political terrorism. The series reflects genuine anxieties about institutional power and the invisibility of marginalized youth in modern society.
What is the content rating for Terror in Resonance?
Terror in Resonance carries a TV-14 rating in the United States, indicating content that may be unsuitable for children under 14. The series deals with terrorism, psychological trauma, government conspiracy, and morally complex characters, making it best suited for mature teen and adult audiences.
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