RWBY (2013)

An anime-inspired web series following four young Huntresses fighting monsters and darkness in the fantastical world of Remnant.

RWBY - Series Information

  • Original Title: RWBY
  • First Air Year: 2013
  • Last Air Year: 2023
  • Created by: Monty Oum
  • Type: TV Series
  • Genres: Animation, Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi, Fantasy
  • Content Rating (US): TV-14
  • Episode Runtime: Average runtime per episode (23 minutes)
  • Number of Seasons: 9
  • Number of Episodes: 116
  • Status: Returning Series
  • Original Language: English
  • Spoken Languages: English
  • First Air Date: July 18, 2013 (United States - TV-14), July 18, 2013 (United Kingdom - 15), July 18, 2013 (Australia - PG), July 18, 2013 (South Korea - 15)
  • Networks: YouTube, Crunchyroll, Rooster Teeth
  • Alternative Titles: RWBY (CN), РУБИ (RU), RWBY (US)
  • Production Companies: Rooster Teeth Productions
  • Production Countries: United States of America

RWBY - Plot

The future-fantasy world of Remnant is filled with ravenous monsters, treacherous terrain, and more villains than you can shake a sniper-scythe at. Fortunately, Beacon Academy is training Huntsmen and Huntresses to battle the evils of the world, and Ruby, Weiss, Blake, and Yang are ready for their first day of class.

RWBY - Trailer

Watch the official trailer and see the world of Remnant come to life:

A young hero, an exalted heiress, a troubled rogue, and a party girl...

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RWBY - Cast & Crew

Creator(s)

  • Monty Oum

Main Cast

  • Lindsay Jones
  • Kara Eberle
  • Arryn Zech
  • Barbara Dunkelman
  • Miles Luna
  • Samantha Ireland
  • Neath Oum
  • Aaron Dismuke
  • Jen Brown
  • Jessica Nigri

Writers

  • Miles Luna
  • Kerry Shawcross
  • Monty Oum
  • Kiersi Burkhart
  • Eddy Rivas

RWBY - FAQs

Where can you stream RWBY online?

RWBY is available to stream on Hulu with a subscription. It has also been available through Crunchyroll and the Rooster Teeth platform. For the most current streaming options in your region, check JustWatch, which aggregates availability across all major platforms.

Will there be a Volume 10 of RWBY?

As of 2024, RWBY's future beyond Volume 9 remains uncertain following the closure of Rooster Teeth in March 2024. The series is listed as a returning production, but no official announcement regarding Volume 10 has been confirmed. Fans continue to advocate for the series to be picked up by another studio.

Who are the main voice actors in RWBY?

The principal voice cast includes Lindsay Jones as Ruby Rose, Kara Eberle as Weiss Schnee, Arryn Zech as Blake Belladonna, and Barbara Dunkelman as Yang Xiao Long. Supporting roles are voiced by Miles Luna, Samantha Ireland, Neath Oum, Aaron Dismuke, Jen Brown, and Jessica Nigri.

What is RWBY about?

RWBY is set in Remnant, a future-fantasy world threatened by monstrous creatures called Grimm. Four young women — Ruby, Weiss, Blake, and Yang — train as Huntresses at Beacon Academy to combat these evils. The series blends anime-inspired action with fairy tale mythology, evolving into a sweeping epic adventure.

How many seasons and episodes does RWBY have?

RWBY has 9 seasons (called Volumes), comprising 116 episodes in total. These range from Volume 1 with 16 episodes through Volume 9 with 10 episodes, plus a Season 0 Specials collection of 30 entries. Each volume progressively expands the series' world and story.

Is RWBY based on a true story or source material?

RWBY is an original creation by animator Monty Oum, produced by Rooster Teeth. It is not based on a true story, but draws heavily from fairy tale archetypes — Ruby Rose references Little Red Riding Hood, Weiss Schnee evokes Snow White, Blake Belladonna alludes to Beauty and the Beast, and Yang Xiao Long echoes Goldilocks.

When did RWBY first premiere?

RWBY first premiered on July 18, 2013, in the United States with a TV-14 rating. The series debuted on YouTube through Rooster Teeth's channel, making it one of the most prominent American web animation series to gain an international anime-influenced following.

What is the content rating for RWBY?

RWBY holds a TV-14 rating in the United States, indicating content suitable for viewers aged 14 and older. It is rated 15 in both the United Kingdom and South Korea, and PG in Australia. The series contains animated action violence and progressively darker thematic content in later volumes.

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