Death Note
DN
デスノート
Genres
- Supernatural
- Suspense
Tags
all 21- OtherCrime96
- TraitsDetective95
- Main CastAnti-Hero94
- Main CastMale Protagonist90
- ActionFugitive88
- OrganisationsPolice87
- OtherPhilosophy84
- Main CastPrimarily Adult Cast81
- TraitsGods77
- UniverseUrban Fantasy75
- SceneUrban72
- RomanceUnrequited Love72
- Main CastPrimarily Male Cast71
- DemographicShounen65
- TraitsYandere65
- ActionEspionage64
- ArtsActing50
- TimeTime Skip46
- OrganisationsAssassins42
- TimeAchronological Order20
- TraitsAsexual20
Genres: Supernatural, Suspense. Tags: Crime, Detective, Anti-Hero, Male Protagonist, Fugitive, Police, Philosophy, Primarily Adult Cast, Gods, Urban Fantasy, Urban, Unrequited Love.
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Episode Progress
Complete37 / 37 episodes aired
All 37 episodes available on Amazon Prime Video, Hoopla, Hulu, Netflix, TubiTV, YouTube
- Premiered
- Fall 2006
- Aired
- Oct 4, 2006 – Jun 27, 2007
- Broadcast
- Wednesday · 00:56:00
- Duration
- 23 min
- Time to Complete
- 14h 11m
- Rating
- R - 17+ (violence & profanity)
- Studio
- Madhouse
Alternative Titles
jaデスノート
enDN
thสมุดโน้ตกระชากวิญญาณ
arمذكرة الموت
ruТетрадь смерти
enמחברת המוות
enCarnet de la Mort
undNotatnik śmierci
zh死亡笔记
Synopsis
Brutal murders, petty thefts, and senseless violence pollute the human world. In contrast, the realm of death gods is a humdrum, unchanging gambling den. The ingenious 17-year-old Japanese student Light Yagami and sadistic god of death Ryuk share one belief: their worlds are rotten. For his own amusement, Ryuk drops his Death Note into the human world. Light stumbles upon it, deeming the first of its rules ridiculous: the human whose name is written in this note shall die. However, the temptation is too great, and Light experiments by writing a felon's name, which disturbingly enacts his first murder. Aware of the terrifying godlike power that has fallen into his hands, Light—under the alias Kira—follows his wicked sense of justice with the ultimate goal of cleansing the world of all evil-doers. The meticulous mastermind detective L is already on his trail, but as Light's brilliance rivals L's, the grand chase for Kira turns into an intense battle of wits that can only end when one of them is dead. [Written by MAL Rewrite]
Synopsis
Brutal murders, petty thefts, and senseless violence pollute the human world. In contrast, the realm of death gods is a humdrum, unchanging gambling den. The ingenious 17-year-old Japanese student Light Yagami and sadistic god of death Ryuk share one belief: their worlds are rotten.
For his own amusement, Ryuk drops his Death Note into the human world. Light stumbles upon it, deeming the first of
Brutal murders, petty thefts, and senseless violence pollute the human world. In contrast, the realm of death gods is a humdrum, unchanging gambling den. The ingenious 17-year-old Japanese student Light Yagami and sadistic god of death Ryuk share one belief: their worlds are rotten.
For his own amusement, Ryuk drops his Death Note into the human world. Light stumbles upon it, deeming the first of its rules ridiculous: the human whose name is written in this note shall die. However, the temptation is too great, and Light experiments by writing a felon's name, which disturbingly enacts his first murder.
Aware of the terrifying godlike power that has fallen into his hands, Light—under the alias Kira—follows his wicked sense of justice with the ultimate goal of cleansing the world of all evil-doers. The meticulous mastermind detective L is already on his trail, but as Light's brilliance rivals L's, the grand chase for Kira turns into an intense battle of wits that can only end when one of them is dead.
[Written by MAL Rewrite]
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Brutal murders, petty thefts, and senseless violence pollute the human world. In contrast, the realm of death gods is a humdrum, unchanging gambling den. The ingenious 17-year-old Japanese student Light Yagami and sadistic god of death Ryuk share one belief: their worlds are rotten. For his own amusement, Ryuk drops his Death Note into the human world. Light stumbles upon it, deeming the first of
Brutal murders, petty thefts, and senseless violence pollute the human world. In contrast, the realm of death gods is a humdrum, unchanging gambling den. The ingenious 17-year-old Japanese student Light Yagami and sadistic god of death Ryuk share one belief: their worlds are rotten. For his own amusement, Ryuk drops his Death Note into the human world. Light stumbles upon it, deeming the first of its rules ridiculous: the human whose name is written in this note shall die. However, the temptation is too great, and Light experiments by writing a felon's name, which disturbingly enacts his first murder. Aware of the terrifying godlike power that has fallen into his hands, Light—under the alias Kira—follows his wicked sense of justice with the ultimate goal of cleansing the world of all evil-doers. The meticulous mastermind detective L is already on his trail, but as Light's brilliance rivals L's, the grand chase for Kira turns into an intense battle of wits that can only end when one of them is dead. [Written by MAL Rewrite]
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Franchise Timeline
Death Note
Complete·Everything including OVAs, specials & side stories
- Death Note2006
- Death Note: RelightOptional TV2007
Platform Scores
MAL
8.62
AniList
84 / 100
Kitsu
83 / 100
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Aired so far: 37 / 37
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Mean Score
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many episodes are in Death Note?
Death Note consists of 37 episodes in total. Each episode has a runtime of approximately 23 minutes.
Is Death Note finished or is there a sequel?
Death Note is a finished series that aired in the fall of 2006. It is a self-contained story and serves as the only entry in its franchise.
Where can I watch Death Note online?
You can stream Death Note on several platforms, including Hulu, Netflix, TubiTV, and YouTube.
What is the plot of Death Note?
Death Note is a suspenseful, supernatural story about a brilliant student named Yagami, Light who discovers a notebook dropped by the death god Ryuk. The notebook grants him the power to kill anyone whose name he writes in it, leading to a psychological battle against the investigator Lawliet, L.
Who directed the Death Note anime?
The series was directed by Araki, Tetsurou and produced by the animation studio Madhouse.
What should I watch if I liked Death Note?
If you enjoyed the psychological suspense of Death Note, fans often recommend series like Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion, Monster, and Parasyte: The Maxim. Other popular choices include The Promised Neverland and the sequel Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion R2.
Is Death Note suitable for children?
Death Note is rated R - 17+ due to its depiction of violence and use of profanity. It features mature themes centered on psychological conflict and murder.
Why is Death Note so highly rated?
With a score of 8.62/10, Death Note is widely regarded as a standout series in the suspense genre. Its acclaim is driven by the intense cat-and-mouse game between its main characters, Yagami, Light and Lawliet, L, brought to life by the direction of Araki, Tetsurou and the staff at Madhouse.
Information
- Type
- TV
- Status
- Finished
- Country
- Japan
- Premiered
- Fall 2006
- Aired
- Oct 4, 2006 – Jun 27, 2007
- Broadcast
- Wednesday · 00:56:00
- Episodes
- 37 / 37
- Duration
- 23 min
- Time to Complete
- 14h 11m
- Rating
- R - 17+ (violence & profanity)
- Studio
- Madhouse
Alternative Titles
jaデスノート
enDN
thสมุดโน้ตกระชากวิญญาณ
arمذكرة الموت
ruТетрадь смерти
enמחברת המוות
enCarnet de la Mort
undNotatnik śmierci
zh死亡笔记
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