Another (2012)
A chilling Japanese horror anime where a cursed classroom hides a deadly secret that no one dares to speak aloud.
Another - Series Information
- Original Title: Another
- First Air Year: 2012
- Last Air Year: 2012
- Type: TV Series
- Genres: Animation, Drama, Mystery
- Content Rating (US): TV-MA
- Episode Runtime: Average runtime per episode: 20 minutes
- Number of Seasons: 1
- Number of Episodes: 12
- Status: Ended
- Original Language: Japanese
- Spoken Languages: Japanese
- First Air Date: January 10, 2012 (United States - TV-MA), January 10, 2012 (Canada - 18+), January 10, 2012 (United Kingdom - 15), January 10, 2012 (Germany - 16), January 10, 2012 (France - 12), January 10, 2012 (Australia - MA 15+), January 10, 2012 (Brazil - 16), January 10, 2012 (Mexico - C)
- Networks: KNB
- Alternative Titles: Another アナザー- (JP), 替身 (CN)
- Production Companies: P.A.WORKS
- Production Countries: Japan
Another - Plot
When Kouichi arrives at his new school, he immediately senses something frightening in the atmosphere of his new class, something that no student wants to talk about and that seems to be related to a mysterious and silent girl.
Another - Trailer
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Another - Cast & Crew
Main Cast
- Atsushi Abe
- Natsumi Takamori
- Madoka Yonezawa
- Tomoaki Maeno
- Kazutomi Yamamoto
- Naoko Sakakibara
- Kozo Mito
- Seiko Yoshida
- Hiroaki Hirata
- Ai Nonaka
Writers
- Ryo Higaki
Executive Producers
- Naoya Uesaka
- Motonobu Kajino
- Masahiro Kiba
- Jun Fujioka
- Takafumi Ishibashi
Another - FAQs
Where can you stream Another anime?
Another is available to stream on Crunchyroll, both directly and through the Crunchyroll Amazon Channel. Both options offer the full series with a subscription (flatrate), making it easy to watch all 12 episodes of this acclaimed horror anime.
Is Another based on a novel or book?
Yes, Another is adapted from a horror novel of the same name written by Yukito Ayatsuji, published in 2009. The novel was a bestseller in Japan and also inspired a manga adaptation. The anime faithfully follows the book's central mystery and supernatural horror elements.
What is the curse in Another explained?
The curse of Class 3-3 began in 1972 when a beloved student named Misaki died mid-year and classmates pretended he was still alive. Since then, every year one extra 'dead' student joins the class, and a series of violent deaths follows until the extra person is identified and eliminated.
Who is Mei Misaki in Another?
Mei Misaki, voiced by Natsumi Takamori, is the enigmatic girl at the center of the series' mystery. She wears an eye patch concealing a prosthetic eye said to see things others cannot. Her apparent invisibility to classmates and connection to the curse drives the show's central tension.
Who are the main voice actors in Another?
The main cast includes Atsushi Abe as Koichi Sakakibara, Natsumi Takamori as Mei Misaki, Madoka Yonezawa as Izumi Akazawa, Tomoaki Maeno as Naoya Teshigawara, Kazutomi Yamamoto as Yuya Mochizuki, and Naoko Sakakibara in the dual role of Reiko and Ms. Mikami.
How many episodes does Another have?
Another consists of 12 main episodes in its single season, plus 2 additional special episodes collected in Season 0. Each episode runs approximately 20 minutes. The series aired in Japan beginning January 10, 2012, and concluded the same year.
Is Another worth watching for horror fans?
Another is widely regarded as one of the standout horror anime series of the 2010s. Critics and viewers praise its oppressive atmosphere, intricate mystery plotting, and viscerally shocking death sequences. Fans of supernatural horror, dark mystery, and anime will find it a compelling and unsettling watch.
What is the content rating for Another?
Another carries a TV-MA rating in the United States, indicating it is intended for mature audiences only. The series contains graphic violence, disturbing death scenes, and intense horror themes. Viewer discretion is strongly advised, particularly for younger audiences or those sensitive to gore.
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