ACCA: 13-Territory Inspection Dept. (2017)

A slow-burn political anime following one inspector's quiet journey through conspiracy, royalty, and intrigue across thirteen districts.

ACCA: 13-Territory Inspection Dept. - Series Information

  • Original Title: ACCA13区監察課
  • First Air Year: 2017
  • Last Air Year: 2017
  • Type: TV Series
  • Genres: Animation, Crime, Drama, Mystery
  • Content Rating (US): TV-14
  • Episode Runtime: Average runtime per episode: 25 minutes
  • Number of Seasons: 1
  • Number of Episodes: 12
  • Status: Ended
  • Original Language: Japanese
  • Spoken Languages: Japanese
  • First Air Date: January 10, 2017 (United States - TV-14), January 10, 2017 (Canada - 14+), January 10, 2017 (Australia - M), January 10, 2017 (Brazil - 14), January 10, 2017 (Mexico - B-15), January 10, 2017 (South Korea - 19)
  • Networks: Tokyo MX
  • Alternative Titles: ACCA 13 - Territory Inspection Dept. (DE), ACCA 13-Ku Kansatsu-Ka (JP), ACCA: 13-ku Kansatsu-ka (PL), АККА: Инспекция по 13-ти округам (RU), ACCA: 13th Ward Observation Department (US), ACCA - L'ispettorato delle 13 province (IT)
  • Production Companies: Madhouse
  • Production Countries: Japan

ACCA: 13-Territory Inspection Dept. - Plot

"ACCA" is a giant unified syndicate residing in a kingdom split into 13 autonomous regions. ACCA was formed back when there was threat of a coup d'etat, and has continued to protect the peace for almost one hundred years. Jean Otus, vice-chairman of the inspections department at ACCA headquarters, wanders through the 13 districts, checking to see if there is any foul play afoot. His quiet everyday life slowly gets swallowed up into the world's conspiracies!

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ACCA: 13-Territory Inspection Dept. - Cast & Crew

Main Cast

  • Aoi Yuuki
  • Hiro Shimono
  • Kenjiro Tsuda
  • Junichi Suwabe
  • Koji Yusa
  • Hikaru Midorikawa
  • Hiroki Yasumoto
  • Toru Okawa
  • Yuto Uemura
  • Yoji Ueda

Writers

  • Tomohiro Suzuki

Executive Producers

  • Haruhito Nakayoshi

ACCA: 13-Territory Inspection Dept. - FAQs

Where can you stream ACCA: 13-Territory Inspection Dept.?

ACCA: 13-Territory Inspection Dept. is available to stream on Crunchyroll and the Crunchyroll Amazon Channel. It can also be purchased digitally through the Apple TV Store. Crunchyroll remains the most accessible option for anime fans looking to watch the series.

Is ACCA: 13-Territory Inspection Dept. based on a manga?

Yes, ACCA: 13-Territory Inspection Dept. is adapted from the manga series by Natsume Ono, which was serialized in Square Enix's Monthly Big GanGan magazine. The anime adaptation was produced by Madhouse and aired in 2017, closely following the manga's political intrigue and world-building.

Who are the main voice actors in ACCA?

The principal voice cast includes Hiro Shimono as Jean Otus, Aoi Yuuki as Lotta Otus, Kenjiro Tsuda as Nino, Junichi Suwabe as Grossular, Koji Yusa as Lilium, Hikaru Midorikawa as Pastice, and Mamoru Miyano as Prince Schwan, among others.

What is ACCA: 13-Territory Inspection Dept. about?

ACCA follows Jean Otus, vice-chairman of the ACCA inspection bureau, as he travels across 13 autonomous districts of a vast kingdom. What begins as routine oversight gradually pulls him into a labyrinth of political conspiracies, royal intrigue, and a potential coup that threatens the entire realm.

Is Jean Otus secretly royalty in ACCA?

This is one of the central mysteries the series builds toward. Jean Otus's true lineage and his connection to the royal family become pivotal to the overarching conspiracy plot. The revelation recontextualizes much of what has happened and drives the story's climax in the final episodes.

How many episodes does ACCA: 13-Territory Inspection Dept. have?

ACCA: 13-Territory Inspection Dept. consists of 12 main episodes across its single season, which aired from January to March 2017. There are also 6 additional special episodes available, bringing the total content to 18 episodes including the specials.

How was ACCA: 13-Territory Inspection Dept. received by critics?

The series earned praise for its distinctive visual style, unhurried pacing, and sophisticated political storytelling, which stood out in the 2017 anime season. Critics highlighted its atmospheric world-building and the quiet charisma of Jean Otus as particular strengths, though some found its slow burn demanding of patience.

What anime are similar to ACCA: 13-Territory Inspection Dept.?

Viewers who enjoyed ACCA often appreciate other politically layered or atmospheric anime such as Ajin, Aldnoah.Zero, and SSSS.GRIDMAN. For a similarly contemplative mood with rich world-building, Drifting Dragons and The Ancient Magus' Bride: Those Awaiting a Star are also frequently recommended.

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