Darker than Black (2007)
A dark, stylish anime thriller where supernatural assassins and shadowy conspiracies collide in a Tokyo forever changed by mysterious Gates.
Darker than Black - Series Information
- Original Title: -黒の契約者-
- First Air Year: 2007
- Last Air Year: 2009
- Type: TV Series
- Genres: Animation, Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi, Fantasy, Mystery
- Content Rating (US): TV-14
- Episode Runtime: Average runtime per episode: 25 minutes
- Number of Seasons: 2
- Number of Episodes: 37
- Status: Ended
- Original Language: Japanese
- Spoken Languages: Japanese
- First Air Date: April 6, 2007 (United States - TV-14), April 6, 2007 (United Kingdom - 15), April 6, 2007 (Germany - 16), April 6, 2007 (Australia - MA 15+), April 6, 2007 (Brazil - 16), April 6, 2007 (South Korea - 15)
- Networks: MBS
- Alternative Titles: Darker than BLACK (JP), Darker Than Black (HU), Темніше чорного (UA), Темнее чёрного (RU), Brama Piekieł (PL), Darker Than Black: Gemini of the Meteor (US), DARKER THAN BLACK 흑의 계약자 (KR)
- Production Companies: MBS, Aniplex, Square Enix, BONES
- Production Countries: Japan
Darker than Black - Plot
Ten years ago, a mysterious spatial anomaly now known as "Heaven's Gate" appeared in South America, shortly followed by the opening of "Hell's Gate" in Tokyo altering the sky and wreaking havoc on the landscape. The real stars disappeared, replaced by false stars. During this time, people possessing various special abilities — called "Contractors" — emerged, each capable of different supernatural feats. Following the disastrous Heaven's War, the United States lost its dominant position as a superpower to a mysterious organization named the Syndicate. The story revolves around a Chinese contractor codenamed "Hei" as he undertakes various espionage and assassination missions in Tokyo.
Darker than Black - Trailer
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Darker than Black - Cast & Crew
Main Cast
- Hidenobu Kiuchi as Hei (voice)
- Kiyomi Asai as July (voice)
- Ikuya Sawaki as Mao (voice) / Petya (voice)
- Masaru Ikeda as Huang (voice)
- Misato Fukuen as Yin (voice)
- Kana Hanazawa as Pavlichenko Suou (voice)
Writers
- Shinsuke Onishi
- Shoutarou Suga
- Kurasumi Sunayama
- Mari Okada
- Yuuichi Nomura
Darker than Black - FAQs
Where can you stream Darker than Black?
Darker than Black is available to stream on Funimation and Crunchyroll in various regions. It can also be purchased or rented on platforms such as Amazon Prime Video and Apple TV. Availability may vary by country, so checking JustWatch is the best way to find current options in your region.
Is Darker than Black based on a true story?
No, Darker than Black is not based on a true story. It is an original anime series created by studio BONES, set in a fictional world where mysterious spatial anomalies called Gates have transformed reality and given rise to individuals with supernatural abilities known as Contractors.
What is Darker than Black about?
Darker than Black follows Hei, a powerful Contractor working as a covert operative in Tokyo, a city transformed by the appearance of Hell's Gate. The series blends espionage, supernatural action, and conspiracy as Hei navigates a shadowy world of rival agencies, morally ambiguous missions, and hidden truths about the Gates.
Will there be a Season 3 of Darker than Black?
As of now, no Season 3 of Darker than Black has been announced. The series concluded with its second season, Gemini of the Meteor, in 2009, followed by a set of OVA specials. Studio BONES has not confirmed any plans to revive the franchise, leaving its future uncertain.
How many seasons does Darker than Black have?
Darker than Black has 2 main seasons totaling 37 episodes, plus a set of 5 OVA specials. Season 1 contains 25 episodes, while Season 2, subtitled Gemini of the Meteor, consists of 12 episodes. The series concluded in 2009.
Who are the main voice actors in Darker than Black?
The main voice cast includes Hidenobu Kiuchi as the protagonist Hei, Misato Fukuen as Yin, Masaru Ikeda as Huang, Ikuya Sawaki as Mao, Kiyomi Asai as July, and Kana Hanazawa as Pavlichenko Suou in the second season.
What is the content rating for Darker than Black?
Darker than Black holds a TV-14 content rating in the United States, indicating it contains material that may be unsuitable for children under 14. The series features violence, dark themes, and mature storytelling elements consistent with the seinen anime demographic it targets.
Who composed the music for Darker than Black?
The soundtrack for Darker than Black was composed by Yoko Kanno, renowned for her work on Cowboy Bebop and Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex, alongside Yasushi Ishii. Their collaboration produced a distinctive score blending jazz, electronica, and orchestral elements that perfectly complement the series' noir atmosphere.
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