Reincarnated as a Sword (2022)
An isekai anime about a sentient sword and his cat-eared companion navigating a dangerous fantasy world together.
Reincarnated as a Sword - Series Information
- Original Title: 転生したら剣でした
- First Air Year: 2022
- Last Air Year: 2022
- Type: TV Series
- Genres: Animation, Comedy, Sci-Fi, Fantasy
- Content Rating (US): TV-14
- Episode Runtime: Average runtime per episode: 23 minutes
- Number of Seasons: 2
- Number of Episodes: 13
- Status: Returning Series
- Original Language: Japanese
- Spoken Languages: Japanese
- First Air Date: September 28, 2022 (United States - TV-14), September 28, 2022 (Germany - 16), September 28, 2022 (Australia - M), September 28, 2022 (Brazil - 14), September 28, 2022 (South Korea - 15)
- Networks: Tokyo MX
- Alternative Titles: 轉生成为魔剑 (CN), 전생검 (KR), Tensei Shitara Ken Deshita (JP), Reencarnado como una espada (CL), I Became the Sword by Transmigrating (US), Reencarné como una espada (ES)
- Production Companies: C2C, NBCUniversal Entertainment Japan, GREE Entertainment, MICRO MAGAZINE, jeki, BS Asahi, Shengqu Games, Nikkatsu Corporation, MICRO HOUSE, Gentosha Comics
- Production Countries: Japan
Reincarnated as a Sword - Plot
Reincarnated as a sentient weapon with memories of his past life, but not his name, a magical sword saves a young beastgirl from a life of slavery. Fran, the cat-eared girl, becomes his wielder, and wants only to grow stronger, while the sword wants to know why he is here. Together, the strange duo's journey has only just begun!
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Reincarnated as a Sword - Cast & Crew
Main Cast
- Shin-ichiro Miki
- Ai Kakuma
- Ami Koshimizu
- Wataru Hatano
- Tetsu Inada
- Rumi Okubo
- Shinpachi Tsuji
- Yukiyo Fujii
- Megumi Satou
- Takuya Nakashima
Writers
- Takahiro Nagano
Executive Producers
- Toshihiro Suzuki
- Hiroyuki Hayashi
Reincarnated as a Sword - FAQs
Where can you stream Reincarnated as a Sword?
Reincarnated as a Sword is available to stream on Hulu and HiDive, as well as through the Hidive Amazon Channel. It can also be purchased digitally on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Fandango At Home for viewers who prefer to own episodes.
Is Reincarnated as a Sword based on a light novel?
Yes. Reincarnated as a Sword is adapted from the light novel series of the same name written by Yuu Tanaka and illustrated by Llo. The novels were serialized online before receiving a print release, and a manga adaptation also exists alongside the anime.
Who voices Fran and Master in the anime?
Fran, the cat-eared beastgirl protagonist, is voiced by Ai Kakuma, while the sentient sword known as Master is voiced by Shin-ichiro Miki. Their dynamic chemistry anchors the series and has been widely praised by fans of the isekai genre.
Will Reincarnated as a Sword get a second season?
A second season of Reincarnated as a Sword has been confirmed and the series is currently listed as a Returning Series still in production. Season 2 is expected to continue the adventures of Fran and Master, picking up from where the first season concluded.
What is Reincarnated as a Sword about?
The series follows a man reincarnated as a sentient magical sword who rescues Fran, a young cat-eared beastgirl, from slavery. Together they journey through a fantasy world — Fran seeking greater strength and the sword searching for the reason behind his unusual reincarnation.
How many episodes does Reincarnated as a Sword have?
Reincarnated as a Sword currently has 13 episodes across two seasons. Season 1 consists of 12 episodes, while Season 2 has 1 episode released so far. With the series still in production, additional episodes are expected as the story continues.
What is the content rating for Reincarnated as a Sword?
Reincarnated as a Sword carries a TV-14 content rating in the United States, indicating it may be unsuitable for children under 14. The series contains fantasy combat, themes of slavery, and action sequences typical of the isekai anime genre.
What anime is similar to Reincarnated as a Sword?
Fans of Reincarnated as a Sword may enjoy She Professed Herself Pupil of the Wise Man, Kino's Journey -the Beautiful World- the Animated Series, and Brynhildr in the Darkness. These series share comparable isekai or fantasy adventure themes with strong character-driven storytelling.
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