Blassreiter (2008)
A dark Japanese anime set in fictional Germany, where bio-mechanical monsters and conflicted human-Demoniac hybrids collide in a battle for survival.
Blassreiter - Series Information
- Original Title: BLASSREITER
- First Air Year: 2008
- Last Air Year: 2008
- Type: TV Series
- Genres: Animation, Action, Adventure, Drama, Sci-Fi, Fantasy, War, Politics
- Content Rating (US): TV-MA
- Episode Runtime: Average runtime per episode: 25 minutes
- Number of Seasons: 1
- Number of Episodes: 24
- Status: Ended
- Original Language: Japanese
- Spoken Languages: Japanese
- First Air Date: April 5, 2008 (United States - TV-MA), April 5, 2008 (Canada - 18+), April 5, 2008 (Australia - MA 15+), April 5, 2008 (Mexico - C)
- Networks: AT-X
- Alternative Titles: ブラスレイター (US), BLASSREITER ブラスレイター (JP), Blassreiter (CH)
- Production Companies: GONZO, Toei Video Company, GDH, SKY Perfect Well Think
- Production Countries: Japan
Blassreiter - Plot
The story is set in a fictional Germany and centers around the outbreak of bio-mechanical creatures named “Demoniacs”, who rise from corpses and attack people mindlessly. All the while, a number of human-turned-Demoniacs appear. Some use their powers for good whilst others for evil. One will rise above all other Demoniacs to become the “Blassreiter”.
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Blassreiter - Cast & Crew
Main Cast
- Unsho Ishizuka
- Masaya Matsukaze
- Kenta Miyake
- Kana Hanazawa
- Junko Minagawa
- Yuichi Nakamura
- Shizuka Itoh
- Junichi Suwabe
- Fumihiko Tachiki
- Nobuyuki Hiyama
Writers
- Gen Urobuchi
- Ichiro Itano
- Yasuko Kobayashi
- Ai Ota
Executive Producers
- Toru Ishii
- Noriyasu Ueki
- Tadashi Hoshino
Blassreiter - FAQs
Where can you stream Blassreiter online?
Blassreiter is available to stream on Crunchyroll, including through the Crunchyroll Amazon Channel. If you prefer to own the series, it can also be purchased digitally on Amazon Video. Availability may vary depending on your region.
What is Blassreiter about?
Blassreiter is set in a fictional Germany gripped by an outbreak of bio-mechanical monsters called Demoniacs, which rise from human corpses. As some humans gain Demoniac powers, they must choose between good and evil, with one destined to rise as the supreme Blassreiter.
Is Blassreiter suitable for younger viewers?
No. Blassreiter carries a TV-MA content rating, meaning it is intended for mature audiences only. The series contains graphic violence, dark thematic content including racism and religious intolerance, and intense action sequences that make it unsuitable for children or younger teens.
Who wrote the story for Blassreiter?
The series features writing contributions from Gen Urobuchi, Ichiro Itano, Yasuko Kobayashi, and Ai Ota. Gen Urobuchi is particularly notable for his later acclaimed work on series such as Puella Magi Madoka Magica and Fate/Zero, lending Blassreiter strong narrative credentials.
How many episodes does Blassreiter have?
Blassreiter consists of 24 episodes across a single season, with each episode running approximately 25 minutes. The series aired in its entirety in 2008 and has since concluded, offering a complete self-contained story with no additional seasons.
What themes does Blassreiter explore?
Beyond its action-driven surface, Blassreiter tackles weighty themes including racism, religious intolerance, and the moral consequences of power. Set against a fictional European backdrop, the series uses its bio-mechanical horror premise to examine human prejudice, identity, and the fine line between heroism and monstrosity.
Who are the main voice actors in Blassreiter?
The principal Japanese voice cast includes Unsho Ishizuka, Masaya Matsukaze, Kenta Miyake, Kana Hanazawa, Junko Minagawa, Yuichi Nakamura, Shizuka Itoh, Junichi Suwabe, Fumihiko Tachiki, and Nobuyuki Hiyama, featuring several highly regarded names in anime voice acting.
Which studio produced Blassreiter?
Blassreiter was produced by GONZO, a Japanese animation studio known for its ambitious visual style and action-oriented titles. The production also involved Toei Video Company, GDH, and SKY Perfect Well Think, with the series originally broadcast on the AT-X network in Japan.
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