xxxHOLiC (2006)
A supernatural anime series where a spirit-haunted teen bargains with a mysterious witch to reclaim his ordinary life.
xxxHOLiC - Series Information
- Original Title: XXX ホリック
- First Air Year: 2006
- Last Air Year: 2008
- Type: TV Series
- Genres: Animation, Sci-Fi, Fantasy
- Content Rating (US): TV-PG
- Episode Runtime: Average runtime per episode: 25 minutes
- Number of Seasons: 2
- Number of Episodes: 37
- Status: Ended
- Original Language: Japanese
- Spoken Languages: Japanese
- First Air Date: April 6, 2006 (United States - TV-PG), April 6, 2006 (South Korea - 12)
- Networks: TBS
- Production Companies: Production I.G
- Production Countries: Japan
- Alternative Titles: xxxГолік (сезон 2) (UA), ×××ホリック (JP), xxxHOLiC (US), xxx홀릭 (KR)
xxxHOLiC - Plot
Kimihiro Watanuki is a high school student plagued by ayakashi spirits, both of which are invisible to everyone else but him. The series begins when Watanuki stumbles, seemingly by chance, into a shop that grants wishes. The shop is owned by Yūko Ichihara, a mysterious witch of many names and esoteric renown. For a price, she offers to grant Watanuki's wish to be rid of the spirits. The price, according to Yūko, must be of equal value; so, as payment, he must become Yūko's temporary, part-time cook and housekeeper.
xxxHOLiC - Trailer
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xxxHOLiC - Cast & Crew
Main Cast
- Jun Fukuyama
- Sayaka Ohara
- Kazuya Nakai
- Shizuka Itoh
- Mika Kikuchi
- Hisayo Mochizuki
- Kazuko Kojima
- Eri Sendai
- Yoko Honna
- Yumiko Kobayashi
Writers
- Michiko Yokote
- Nanase Okawa
- Miharu Hirami
- Daishiro Tanimura
- Tsutomu Mizushima
xxxHOLiC - FAQs
Is xxxHOLiC based on a manga?
Yes, xxxHOLiC is based on the manga series of the same name created by the all-female manga collective CLAMP. The manga was serialized in Weekly Young Magazine from 2003 to 2011 and is known for its supernatural themes, intricate artwork, and philosophical undertones rooted in Japanese mythology and folklore.
Where can I watch xxxHOLiC online?
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How many seasons and episodes does xxxHOLiC have?
xxxHOLiC consists of 2 main seasons and a collection of specials. Season 1, titled xxxHolic, contains 24 episodes, while Season 2, xxxHolic Kei, contains 13 episodes. There are also 4 special episodes, bringing the total episode count to 37.
Is xxxHOLiC connected to Tsubasa: Reservoir Chronicle?
Yes, xxxHOLiC shares a direct narrative connection with CLAMP's Tsubasa: Reservoir Chronicle. Both series were serialized simultaneously and feature crossover characters, most notably Yūko Ichihara, whose actions in one story have consequences in the other, forming a unified, interwoven CLAMP universe.
What is xxxHOLiC about?
xxxHOLiC follows Kimihiro Watanuki, a high school student tormented by supernatural spirits only he can see. After stumbling into a mysterious wish-granting shop run by the enigmatic witch Yūko Ichihara, he agrees to work as her cook and housekeeper in exchange for being freed from the spirits.
Who are the main voice actors in xxxHOLiC?
The principal voice cast includes Jun Fukuyama as Kimihiro Watanuki, Sayaka Ohara as Yūko Ichihara, Kazuya Nakai as Shizuka Dōmeki, Shizuka Itoh as Himawari Kunogi, and Mika Kikuchi as Mokona. The series was produced by Production I.G and originally aired on TBS in Japan.
What is the content rating for xxxHOLiC?
xxxHOLiC carries a TV-PG content rating in the United States. While the series features supernatural and occasionally eerie themes drawn from Japanese mythology, its tone and content are generally suitable for older children and teenagers, though parental guidance is suggested for younger viewers.
When did xxxHOLiC first air?
xxxHOLiC first aired on April 6, 2006, in Japan on the TBS network. The series ran through two seasons, concluding with xxxHolic Kei in 2008. It was produced by the acclaimed animation studio Production I.G, known for high-quality anime adaptations.
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