Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba (2019)★ 8.5/10

TV-14 · JP · 24 min · April 6, 2019 · 5 seasons

  • Action
  • Adventure
  • Animation
  • Fantasy
  • Thriller

Directed by: Haruo Sotozaki, Shûji Miyahara, Shin'ya Shimomura, Yûki Itô, Toshiyuki Shirai

Written by: Koyoharu Gotouge, Ufotable, Lucien Dodge, Kyle McCarley

After demons kill his family, Tanjiro trains as a demon slayer to avenge them and save his sister Nezuko.

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Reviews

SSimon_FloydAugust 1, 2024
I'd give this anime an 8.5 out of 10. It's really heartwarming to see a well-made anime that conveys messages of standing up for what's right and a strong sense of justice. It's not just entertainment; it really cares about its viewers. But if there's one thing that could be better, there are a few too many comedic breaks that might take you out of the story. Also, the supporting characters could use a little more development. If they focused on those things a bit more, I think this work would be even more amazing.
TTerry_NormanAugust 1, 2024
This anime series was amazing! I stayed up late binge-watching every episode, and by the time I got to episode 12, I was already thinking it deserved a 10 out of 10. And then the ending of episode 19 just sealed the deal for me. It's a great story that reminds me of "BLEACH" in a way. At the same time, some of the character and monster movements are so creatively done, like those in "Naruto." The pacing is tight, the battles are intense, and the animation is top-notch. Every little detail is just perfect.
AAngie_WhitakerJune 23, 2024
This is an absolute MASTERPIECE! It always touches me to see the enthusiasm and innocence of these kids, which brings back the passion and impulses of my own childhood. This is a truly breathtaking and deeply moving classic. The story, visuals, music, and voice acting are all executed excellently. You can tell that the scriptwriting takes every character seriously, whether they're humans or demons. Each character has their own background story, emotions, and obsessions, and those stories have the power to really touch people's hearts.
KKevin_DunlapJune 23, 2024
The character designs in this show are spot-on. Each main character is cute and fits perfectly with the story's background. However, their personalities are too unrealistic and heavily stereotyped. You can easily see that many things about their values just don't make sense. I have to admit, though, that some parts of the first 10 episodes really touched me. But honestly, the way they handle emotional moments is not very skillful. On top of that, the fact that the main character has excessive inner monologues during the battles, while the bad guys don't feel as significant, undermines the overall impact and intensity of the action scenes.
MMassevaJune 23, 2024
This anime is amazing! The visuals are stunning, and the fight scenes and special effects are top-notch. Plus, the characters are so well-developed. Every single one of them, even the villains, feels alive and complex, which really adds depth to the overall theme.
SSilvioBOY1March 9, 2024
This anime aims to captivate young viewers with its high-energy, action-packed scenes that really get the adrenaline pumping. However, the abrupt shifts between humor and tragedy feel somewhat forced, and the monster fights often follow a predictable formula, featuring slow-motion sequences, flashy superpower effects, and obligatory sentimental flashbacks. The handling of combat scenes in terms of mood, pacing, and strategy is rather mediocre. It's evident that the creators invested most of their effort into setting up various elements, but when it all comes together, the coherence falls short. The storytelling feels disjointed; supporting characters seem to exist solely to serve a plot function, and the dialogue comes across as verbose and uninspired, while the themes appear shallow. Nevertheless, the anime boasts an incredible visual style and is generally well-crafted.
RronaldoMarch 9, 2024
This work has been building up for a while, and the 19th episode is the best of the whole season. After finishing the anime, I hopped straight into manga to catch up. The author seems to have some shortcomings in handling long manga series in terms of storyline and character development. But the anime production has really taken this work to a whole new level, infusing it with fresh energy through its amazing fight scenes, beautiful visuals, and perfectly fitting music.
DdulysqMarch 9, 2024
Honestly, this work is pretty clichéd, but the male lead with his overly compassionate nature is surprisingly likable. The supporting actors are top-notch, the villains are pretty compelling, and the visuals are consistently good, making it one of the better works. On a side note, it's quite puzzling to see people constantly labeling it a "masterpiece." It makes me wonder if today's audience doesn't really understand what a true masterpiece is, or they simply haven't seen a real masterpiece anime.
IIrving Razziel espinozaSeptember 28, 2025
Es muy buena
UUser-1469388194September 22, 2025
No sie que decir imorecionante
VVICTOR_4September 21, 2025
Contains spoilers
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CCarosuSeptember 20, 2025
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