Hellsing Ultimate (2006)
A landmark dark fantasy anime OVA series pitting a rogue vampire against Nazi undead and religious zealots in a blood-soaked battle for Britain.
Hellsing Ultimate - Series Information
- Original Title: ヘルシング アルティメット
- First Air Year: 2006
- Last Air Year: 2012
- Type: TV Series
- Genres: Animation, Drama, Sci-Fi, Fantasy
- Content Rating (US): TV-MA
- Episode Runtime: Average runtime per episode: 49 minutes
- Number of Seasons: 1
- Number of Episodes: 10
- Status: Ended
- Original Language: Japanese
- Spoken Languages: Japanese
- First Air Date: February 10, 2006 (United States - TV-MA), February 10, 2006 (Canada - 18+), February 10, 2006 (United Kingdom - 18), February 10, 2006 (Germany - 16), February 10, 2006 (France - 18), February 10, 2006 (Australia - MA 15+), February 10, 2006 (Brazil - 18), February 10, 2006 (Mexico - C), February 10, 2006 (Spain - 18)
- Alternative Titles: Хелсінг (UA), 厄夜怪客 (CN), Хеллсинг OVA (RU), HELLSING Ultimate Series (US), Hellsing Ultimate (TR), Hellsing OVA (JP), 헬싱 Ultimate (KR), Vũ Khí Tối Thượng (VN)
- Production Companies: SATELIGHT, Graphinica, Geneon Entertainment, Madhouse
- Production Countries: Japan
Hellsing Ultimate - Plot
For over a century, the mysterious Hellsing Organization has been secretly protecting the British Empire from the undead. When Sir Integra Hellsing succeeded as the head of the organization, she also inherited the ultimate weapon against these supernatural enemies: Alucard, a rogue vampire possessing mysterious and frightening powers. Now, Hellsing must deal with a more dangerous threat than vampires.
Hellsing Ultimate - Trailer
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The Bird of the Hermes is my name, eating my wings to make me tame.
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Hellsing Ultimate - Cast & Crew
Main Cast
- Jouji Nakata
- Fumiko Orikasa
- Yoshiko Sakakibara
- Nobuo Tobita
- Norio Wakamoto
- Motomu Kiyokawa
- Hiroaki Hirata
- Show Hayami
- Yuhko Kaida
- Takehito Koyasu
Writers
- Yosuke Kuroda
- Hideyuki Kurata
Hellsing Ultimate - FAQs
Is Hellsing Ultimate based on a manga?
Hellsing Ultimate is a faithful adaptation of Kouta Hirano's manga series Hellsing, which ran from 1997 to 2008. Unlike the earlier 2001 TV anime, which diverged into an original storyline, Ultimate follows the manga's plot closely from beginning to end across its ten OVA episodes.
Where can you stream Hellsing Ultimate?
Hellsing Ultimate is available to stream on Crunchyroll. If you prefer to own it, the series can be purchased digitally through the Apple TV Store. Check JustWatch for the most up-to-date availability in your region.
How does Hellsing Ultimate differ from the original Hellsing anime?
The original 2001 Hellsing TV series ran out of source material and veered into an anime-original storyline. Hellsing Ultimate was produced specifically to retell the story faithfully from the manga, covering the full arc including the Millennium organization and the Battle of London.
Who are the main voice actors in Hellsing Ultimate?
The Japanese cast features Jouji Nakata as Alucard, Fumiko Orikasa as Seras Victoria, Yoshiko Sakakibara as Sir Integra Hellsing, Nobuo Tobita as the Major, Norio Wakamoto as Alexander Anderson, and Motomu Kiyokawa as Walter C. Dornez, among others.
Is Hellsing Ultimate worth watching for anime fans?
Absolutely. Hellsing Ultimate is widely regarded as one of the finest dark fantasy anime ever produced. Its stunning animation, operatic violence, and deeply charismatic villain-turned-protagonist Alucard make it a standout. Fans of gothic horror, action, and morally complex storytelling will find it thoroughly gripping.
What is the content rating for Hellsing Ultimate?
Hellsing Ultimate carries a TV-MA rating in the United States, reflecting its intense graphic violence, gore, and mature themes. It is rated 18+ in Canada, the United Kingdom, France, Brazil, and Spain, and MA 15+ in Australia. Viewer discretion is strongly advised.
How many episodes does Hellsing Ultimate have?
Hellsing Ultimate consists of 10 OVA episodes, each running approximately 49 minutes — significantly longer than a standard anime episode. The series was released between 2006 and 2012, with each installment produced at a high level of animation quality by studios including Madhouse and Satelight.
Who are the main antagonists in Hellsing Ultimate?
The primary antagonists are the Millennium organization, a battalion of Nazi vampires led by the enigmatic Major, who seeks to wage eternal war. The Vatican's Section XIII Iscariot, led by the fanatical Alexander Anderson, also serves as a recurring adversary to both Hellsing and Millennium throughout the series.
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