Carnival Phantasm
2011 · 15 years ago
Type-Moon fans got a dose of absurd humor with the premiere of Carnival Phantasm. This OVA series delivered a beloved parody of the Fate and Tsukihime universes.
7.9 Score
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On This Day in Anime
Premieres, finales and forgotten gems tied to today — plus what fans are watching right now.
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Remake Our Life! Recap
2021 · 5 years ago
A recap episode for the time-traveling drama Remake Our Life! aired 5 years ago. The TV series followed an adult man who relives his college years with a second chance at his dreams.
6.2 Score
Redline
2009 · 17 years ago
The visually stunning sci-fi racing film Redline celebrated its premiere 17 years ago. This Madhouse production is celebrated for its unique art style and high-octane action.
8.3 Score
Date A Bullet: Dead or Bullet
2020 · 6 years ago
The first part of the Date A Bullet movie duology, Dead or Bullet, premiered 6 years ago. It expands on the backstory of Kurumi Tokisaki from the Date A Live franchise.
7.6 Score
Revolutionary Girl Utena: The Adolescence of Utena
1999 · 27 years ago
The avant-garde film The Adolescence of Utena, a cinematic extension of the beloved Revolutionary Girl Utena series, premiered 27 years ago. It offered a surreal and symbolic retelling of Utena's story.
7.7 Score
Redline
2009 · 17 years ago
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2016 · 10 years ago
Ten years ago, the Summer 2016 anime season delivered a wave of popular shows including Mob Psycho 100 and The Disastrous Life of Saiki K. It was a season notable for its diverse comedy offerings.
Carnival Phantasm
2011 · 15 years ago
The OVA series Carnival Phantasm, which premiered 15 years ago, continues to draw in viewers with its unique brand of Type-Moon parody. Its comedic take on beloved characters keeps it popular.
2,095 Watching now
Redline
2009 · 17 years ago
The visually striking Redline, released 17 years ago, is a film that garners strong reactions. While half of its viewers give it top scores, a significant portion finds its style overwhelming.
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Redline
2009 · 17 years ago
Grew into a 3-entry franchise
+2 3 entries
Revolutionary Girl Utena: The Adolescence of Utena
1999 · 27 years ago
The avant-garde film The Adolescence of Utena, a cinematic extension of the beloved Revolutionary Girl Utena series, premiered 27 years ago. It offered a surreal and symbolic retelling of Utena's story.
7.7 Score
Jing: King of Bandits
2002 · 24 years ago
The adventurous TV series Jing: King of Bandits concluded its run 24 years ago. The show followed the exploits of the legendary thief Jing and his sidekick.
7.2 Score
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Carnival Phantasm OVA Premiered 15 Years Ago
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Fifteen years ago today, the first OVA episode of Carnival Phantasm aired, kicking off a beloved parody series that gleefully lampooned the often serious worlds of Type-Moon's Fate and Tsukihime franchises. Known for its chaotic energy and deep cuts for fans, it offered a refreshing comedic counterpoint to the drama of its source materials.
Carnival Phantasm remains a fan-favorite for its unrestrained humor and the sheer joy it takes in deconstructing iconic characters and situations. It’s a testament to the enduring appeal of Type-Moon's characters that they can be so effectively twisted into pure, unadulterated comedy, making it a must-watch for anyone who enjoys meta-humor and character-driven gags.
Premiered on this day Remake Our Life! Recap
A recap episode for the time-traveling drama Remake Our Life! aired 5 years ago. The TV series followed an adult man who relives his college years with a second chance at his dreams.