Made in Abyss (2017)

A breathtaking and harrowing dark fantasy anime that plunges young adventurers — and its audience — into a world of wonder, peril, and profound emotional depth.

Made in Abyss - Series Information

  • Original Title: メイドインアビス
  • First Air Year: 2017
  • Last Air Year: 2022
  • Type: TV Series
  • Genres: Animation, Drama, Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi, Fantasy
  • Content Rating (US): TV-MA
  • Episode Runtime: Average runtime per episode: 24 minutes
  • Number of Seasons: 2
  • Number of Episodes: 25
  • Status: Ended
  • Original Language: Japanese
  • Spoken Languages: Japanese
  • First Air Date: July 7, 2017 (United States - TV-MA), July 7, 2017 (Canada - 18+), July 7, 2017 (United Kingdom - 15), July 7, 2017 (Germany - 16), July 7, 2017 (France - 18), July 7, 2017 (Australia - M), July 7, 2017 (Brazil - 16), July 7, 2017 (Spain - 18), July 7, 2017 (South Korea - 19)
  • Networks: AT-X
  • Alternative Titles: Made in Abyss: Die Goldene Stadt der sengenden Sonne (DE), Meidoinabisu: Retsujitsu no ôgonkyô (JP), Рождённый в Бездне (RU), Made in Abyss (PL), Made in Abyss ผ่าเหวนรก (TH), Made in Abyss: The Golden City of the Scorching Sun (US)
  • Production Companies: Kinema Citrus, KADOKAWA, Cygames, Takeshobo, AT-X, Sony Music Communications, Kanetsu Investment, Global Solutions, KADOKAWA Media House
  • Production Countries: Japan

Made in Abyss - Plot

Located in the center of a remote island, the Abyss is the last unexplored region, a huge and treacherous fathomless hole inhabited by strange creatures where only the bravest adventurers descend in search of ancient relics. In the upper levels of the Abyss, Riko, a girl who dreams of becoming an explorer, stumbles upon a mysterious little boy.

Made in Abyss - Trailer

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Made in Abyss - Cast & Crew

Main Cast

  • Miyu Tomita
  • Mariya Ise
  • Shiori Izawa
  • Maaya Sakamoto
  • Misaki Kuno
  • Mutsumi Tamura
  • Manami Numakura
  • Aki Toyosaki
  • Sayaka Ohara
  • Manami Hanawa

Writers

  • Hideyuki Kurata

Executive Producers

  • Sho Tanaka
  • Akinobu Goto
  • Fumihiko Shinozaki
  • Asuka Yamazaki
  • Mitsuhiro Sakakibara

Made in Abyss - FAQs

Where can you watch Made in Abyss online?

Made in Abyss is available to stream on HIDIVE via the Amazon Channel. It can also be purchased digitally on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home. HIDIVE is the primary streaming home for the series in the United States.

Is Made in Abyss based on a manga?

Yes, Made in Abyss is directly adapted from the manga series of the same name by Akihito Tsukushi, serialized in Takeshobo's Web Comic Gamma since 2012. The anime faithfully follows the manga's story, characters, and distinctive dark fantasy tone.

Why is Made in Abyss rated TV-MA?

Made in Abyss carries a TV-MA rating due to its graphic depictions of violence, body horror, and intense psychological themes. Despite its colorful, child-friendly visual style, the series contains disturbing content including gore, suffering, and dark narrative elements not suitable for younger audiences.

Who are the main voice actors in Made in Abyss?

The principal cast includes Miyu Tomita as Riko, Mariya Ise as Reg, Shiori Izawa as Nanachi, Maaya Sakamoto as the Narrator, Misaki Kuno as Faputa, and Sayaka Ohara as Ozen. Toshiyuki Morikawa voices the enigmatic antagonist Bondrewd.

How many seasons does Made in Abyss have?

Made in Abyss has two main seasons. Season 1 consists of 13 episodes, while Season 2, subtitled The Golden City of the Scorching Sun, contains 12 episodes. There is also a collection of 5 special episodes grouped under Season 0, bringing the total to 25 episodes.

Who composed the music for Made in Abyss?

The score for Made in Abyss was composed by Kevin Penkin, an Australian composer whose sweeping, emotionally layered soundtrack became one of the most celebrated aspects of the series. His work on the show earned widespread critical acclaim and a devoted following among anime music fans.

How was Made in Abyss received by critics?

Made in Abyss was met with strong critical acclaim, praised for its stunning world-building, emotionally resonant storytelling, and Kevin Penkin's exceptional score. Critics frequently highlighted the contrast between its whimsical visual aesthetic and its unflinchingly dark narrative as a defining and daring creative choice.

What is Made in Abyss about?

Made in Abyss follows Riko, a young orphan girl living near a colossal, mysterious chasm called the Abyss. Dreaming of becoming a great explorer like her missing mother, she ventures into its depths alongside Reg, a robot boy with no memories, uncovering ancient secrets and harrowing dangers at every layer.

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