In/Spectre (2020)
A supernatural mystery romance anime where a girl who governs yokai and a man feared by all spirits unite to unravel paranormal cases.
In/Spectre - Series Information
- Original Title: 虚構推理
- First Air Year: 2020
- Last Air Year: 2023
- Type: TV Series
- Genres: Animation, Comedy, Mystery, Sci-Fi, Fantasy
- Content Rating (US): TV-14
- Episode Runtime: Average runtime per episode: 24 minutes
- Number of Seasons: 1
- Number of Episodes: 24
- Status: Ended
- Original Language: Japanese
- Spoken Languages: Japanese
- First Air Date: January 12, 2020 (United States - TV-14), January 12, 2020 (Canada - 14+), January 12, 2020 (United Kingdom - 15), January 12, 2020 (Australia - M), January 12, 2020 (Brazil - 16), January 12, 2020 (Mexico - C), January 12, 2020 (South Korea - 15)
- Networks: tv asahi, Tokyo MX
- Alternative Titles: Kyokou Suiri (JP), Inspectre (US), Bảo Vệ Nhân Gian Và Yêu Giới (VN)
- Production Companies: NAS, Brain's Base, Crunchyroll, King Records, Kodansha, BS Nippon Corporation, Docomo Anime Store, GYAO, Marui Group, THE KLOCKWORX, ASCII Media Works, MIXI
- Production Countries: Japan
In/Spectre - Plot
Kotoko Iwanaga became the god of wisdom to the supernatural beings and spends her days solving problems for them. However, the boy who she fell head over heels for, Kuro Sakuragawa, is someone that is feared by all supernatural creatures. The two of them face various mysterious incidents involving the supernatural in this love x romance x mystery series. Where will these fantastical incidents lead them and what will happen with Kotoko's crush?
In/Spectre - Trailer
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In/Spectre - Cast & Crew
Main Cast
- Akari Kito
- Mamoru Miyano
- Manami Hanawa
- Kaori Motoyama
- Genta Nakamura
- Rena Maeda
- Misato Fukuen
- Yoshimitsu Shimoyama
- Hiroki Goto
- Mayumi Saco
Writers
- Noboru Takagi
- Sachio Yanai
- Aya Yoshinaga
Executive Producers
- Tsuneo Takechi
- Akio Mishima
- Shin Furukawa
- Kazuma Kurio
- Kazuhiro Aso
In/Spectre - FAQs
Where can you watch In/Spectre online?
In/Spectre is available to stream on Crunchyroll, including via the Crunchyroll Amazon Channel. It can also be purchased digitally on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home. Crunchyroll is the primary streaming destination for the series.
Is In/Spectre based on a manga or novel?
In/Spectre is based on both a light novel series and a manga adaptation. The original light novels, titled Kyokou Suiri, were written by Kyo Shirodaira and published by Kodansha. The manga adaptation, illustrated by Chasiba Katase, ran in Kodansha's Monthly Shonen Magazine.
Who voices the main characters in In/Spectre?
Akari Kito voices the lead character Kotoko Iwanaga, while Mamoru Miyano voices Kuro Sakuragawa. Misato Fukuen portrays Saki Yumihara, and Mayumi Saco voices Rikka Sakuragawa. The full cast features acclaimed voice actors from the Japanese animation industry.
How many seasons and episodes does In/Spectre have?
In/Spectre has one main season comprising 24 episodes. The series also has a collection of specials catalogued as Season 0, which includes 66 additional short entries. The main season aired from January 2020 and concluded in 2023, with the series now ended.
What is the Steel Lady Nanase arc in In/Spectre?
The Steel Lady Nanase arc is the most celebrated storyline in In/Spectre, spanning multiple episodes. It follows Kotoko's effort to debunk an internet urban legend about a murderous ghost constructed from online rumors. The arc showcases the series' unique approach to mystery-solving through logic and narrative manipulation.
What genre is In/Spectre?
In/Spectre blends Animation, Comedy, Mystery, Sci-Fi, and Fantasy genres. It draws heavily from Japanese folklore and mythology, incorporating yokai and supernatural creatures into a romance-driven mystery narrative. The series is often categorized as a supernatural mystery romance anime.
When did In/Spectre first air?
In/Spectre first aired on January 12, 2020, broadcasting in multiple regions simultaneously including the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Australia, Brazil, Mexico, and South Korea. It originally aired on tv asahi and Tokyo MX in Japan.
Is In/Spectre suitable for younger viewers?
In/Spectre carries a TV-14 content rating in the United States, indicating it is intended for viewers aged 14 and older. The series contains supernatural themes, mild violence, and some mature romantic elements. Parents should consider this rating before allowing younger children to watch.
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