Banana Fish
BANANA FISH
Genres
- Action
- Adventure
- Drama
- Suspense
Tags
all 24- OrganisationsMafia95
- OrganisationsGangs95
- OtherCrime93
- OtherDrugs90
- Main CastMale Protagonist90
- SceneUrban85
- Main CastPrimarily Male Cast85
- DramaRevenge85
- ActionGuns81
- OtherLGBTQ+ Themes80
- OrganisationsCriminal Organization80
- SceneForeign78
- Main CastAnti-Hero73
- OtherNoir72
- DemographicShoujo72
- ActionFugitive71
- Main CastPrimarily Adult Cast68
- DramaComing of Age68
- OrganisationsAssassins64
- TraitsOrphan60
- ArtsClassic Literature54
- Main CastEnsemble Cast40
- ArtsPhotography37
- TraitsTanned Skin24
Genres: Action, Adventure, Drama, Suspense. Tags: Mafia, Gangs, Crime, Drugs, Male Protagonist, Urban, Primarily Male Cast, Revenge, Guns, LGBTQ+ Themes, Criminal Organization, Foreign.
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Ranked
#203
Popularity
32.0K
Favorites
289.4K
Members
#2
This Season
Popular TV
#3
This Season
Rated TV
#115
All Time
Popular TV
#146
All Time
Rated TV
Episode Progress
Complete24 / 24 episodes aired
All 24 episodes available on Amazon, Amazon Prime Video
- Premiered
- Summer 2018
- Aired
- Jul 6, 2018 – Dec 21, 2018
- Broadcast
- Friday · 00:55:00
- Duration
- 22 min
- Time to Complete
- 2h 56m
- Rating
- R - 17+ (violence & profanity)
- Studio
- MAPPA
Alternative Titles
jaバナナフィッシュ
ruБанановая рыба
zh香蕉鱼
Synopsis
Aslan Jade Callenreese, known as Ash Lynx, was a runaway picked off the streets of New York City and raised by the infamous godfather of the mafia, Dino Golzine. Now 17 years old and the boss of his own gang, Ash begins investigating the mysterious "Banana Fish"—the same two words his older brother, Griffin, has muttered since his return from the Iraq War. However, his inquiries are hindered when Dino sends his men after Ash at an underground bar he uses as a hideout. At the bar, Skip, Ash's friend, introduces him to Shunichi Ibe and his assistant, Eiji Okumura, who are Japanese photographers reporting on American street gangs. However, their conversation is interrupted when Shorter Wong, one of Ash's allies, calls to warn him about Dino. Soon, Dino's men storm the bar, and in the ensuing chaos kidnap Skip and Eiji. Now, Ash must find a way to rescue them and continue his investigation into Banana Fish, but will his history with the mafia prevent him from succeeding? [Written by MAL Rewrite]
Synopsis
The anime was announced as part of Akimi Yoshida's 40th anniversary commemoration project in October 2017.
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Banana Fish
Complete·Everything including OVAs, specials & side stories
- 1Banana Fish2018
- 2Prayer XOptional MUSIC2018
Platform Scores
MAL
8.45
AniList
83 / 100
Kitsu
82 / 100
AniList Trend
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Episode Guide
Aired so far: 24 / 24
Main Story
24 / 24
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Latest Aired
Episode 24
Remaining
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many episodes of Banana Fish are there?
Banana Fish consists of 24 episodes in total. Each episode has a runtime of approximately 22 minutes.
Is Banana Fish a finished series?
Yes, Banana Fish is a completed anime series that originally aired in the summer of 2018. It concludes its story within its single 24-episode run.
Where can I watch Banana Fish?
You can watch all episodes of Banana Fish on Amazon.
What is the plot of Banana Fish?
The story follows Ash Lynx, a 17-year-old gang leader in New York City raised by a mafia godfather, as he investigates the mysterious phrase 'Banana Fish.' His life intersects with a Japanese photographer named Eiji Okumura while he tries to uncover the truth behind his brother's condition.
Who directed the anime Banana Fish?
Banana Fish was directed by Utsumi, Hiroko and produced by the studio MAPPA.
What should I watch if I liked Banana Fish?
If you enjoyed the suspense and drama of Banana Fish, fans often recommend similar titles like Great Pretender, 91 Days, Terror in Resonance, No. 6, and The Millionaire Detective – Balance: Unlimited.
Is Banana Fish appropriate for younger viewers?
No, Banana Fish is rated R - 17+ due to its mature content, which includes significant violence and profanity. It is intended for a mature audience.
Is Banana Fish based on a manga?
Banana Fish is a television anime adaptation, and the franchise consists of this single entry. It focuses on the complex relationship between Aslan Jade Callenreese and Eiji Okumura within the gritty underworld of New York.
Information
- Type
- TV
- Status
- Finished
- Premiered
- Summer 2018
- Aired
- Jul 6, 2018 – Dec 21, 2018
- Broadcast
- Friday · 00:55:00
- Episodes
- 24 / 24
- Duration
- 22 min
- Time to Complete
- 2h 56m
- Rating
- R - 17+ (violence & profanity)
- Studio
- MAPPA
Alternative Titles
jaバナナフィッシュ
ruБанановая рыба
zh香蕉鱼
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