Monster
モンスター
Genres
- Drama
- Mystery
- Suspense
Tags
all 27- OtherCrime95
- DemographicSeinen93
- TraitsDetective92
- OtherPhilosophy91
- Main CastEnsemble Cast90
- Main CastPrimarily Adult Cast86
- DramaRevenge86
- OtherNoir85
- TraitsTwins85
- SceneUrban83
- OtherAdoption81
- OrganisationsPolice78
- SceneForeign78
- Main CastMale Protagonist77
- OtherPolitics76
- OtherTravel76
- OtherMedicine76
- TraitsAmnesia75
- TraitsOrphan74
- TimeHistorical71
- TimeTime Skip67
- Main CastPrimarily Male Cast62
- TechnicalEpisodic51
- OtherGore38
- OtherRescue36
- Sexual ContentRape24
- DramaBullying17
Genres: Drama, Mystery, Suspense. Tags: Crime, Seinen, Detective, Philosophy, Ensemble Cast, Primarily Adult Cast, Revenge, Noir, Twins, Urban, Adoption, Police.
#26
Ranked
#118
Popularity
61.6K
Favorites
303.4K
Members
#1
This Season
Rated TV
#1
This Season
Popular TV
#19
All Time
Rated TV
#108
All Time
Popular TV
Episode Progress
Complete74 / 74 episodes aired
All 74 episodes available on Amazon Prime Video, Hulu, Netflix
- Premiered
- Spring 2004
- Aired
- Apr 7, 2004 – Sep 28, 2005
- Broadcast
- Wednesday · 00:40:00
- Duration
- 24 min
- Time to Complete
- 29h 36m
- Rating
- R - 17+ (violence & profanity)
- Studio
- Madhouse
Alternative Titles
jaモンスター
enמונסטר
enמפלצת
arمونستر
arوحش
ruМонстр
Synopsis
Dr. Kenzou Tenma, an elite neurosurgeon recently engaged to his hospital director's daughter, is well on his way to ascending the hospital hierarchy. That is until one night, a seemingly small event changes Dr. Tenma's life forever. While preparing to perform surgery on someone, he gets a call from the hospital director telling him to switch patients and instead perform life-saving brain surgery on a famous performer. His fellow doctors, fiancée, and the hospital director applaud his accomplishment; but because of the switch, a poor immigrant worker is dead, causing Dr. Tenma to have a crisis of conscience. So when a similar situation arises, Dr. Tenma stands his ground and chooses to perform surgery on the young boy Johan Liebert instead of the town's mayor. Unfortunately, this choice leads to serious ramifications for Dr. Tenma—losing his social standing being one of them. However, with the mysterious death of the director and two other doctors, Dr. Tenma's position is restored. With no evidence to convict him, he is released and goes on to attain the position of hospital director. Nine years later when Dr. Tenma saves the life of a criminal, his past comes back to haunt him—once again, he comes face to face with the monster he operated on. He must now embark on a quest of pursuit to make amends for the havoc spread by the one he saved. [Written by MAL Rewrite]
Synopsis
Dr. Kenzou Tenma, an elite neurosurgeon recently engaged to his hospital director's daughter, is well on his way to ascending the hospital hierarchy. That is until one night, a seemingly small event changes Dr. Tenma's life forever. While preparing to perform surgery on someone, he gets a call from the hospital director telling him to switch patients and instead perform life-saving brain surgery o
Dr. Kenzou Tenma, an elite neurosurgeon recently engaged to his hospital director's daughter, is well on his way to ascending the hospital hierarchy. That is until one night, a seemingly small event changes Dr. Tenma's life forever. While preparing to perform surgery on someone, he gets a call from the hospital director telling him to switch patients and instead perform life-saving brain surgery on a famous performer. His fellow doctors, fiancée, and the hospital director applaud his accomplishment; but because of the switch, a poor immigrant worker is dead, causing Dr. Tenma to have a crisis of conscience.
So when a similar situation arises, Dr. Tenma stands his ground and chooses to perform surgery on the young boy Johan Liebert instead of the town's mayor. Unfortunately, this choice leads to serious ramifications for Dr. Tenma—losing his social standing being one of them. However, with the mysterious death of the director and two other doctors, Dr. Tenma's position is restored. With no evidence to convict him, he is released and goes on to attain the position of hospital director.
Nine years later when Dr. Tenma saves the life of a criminal, his past comes back to haunt him—once again, he comes face to face with the monster he operated on. He must now embark on a quest of pursuit to make amends for the havoc spread by the one he saved.
[Written by MAL Rewrite]
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Dr. Kenzou Tenma, an elite neurosurgeon recently engaged to his hospital director's daughter, is well on his way to ascending the hospital hierarchy. That is until one night, a seemingly small event changes Dr. Tenma's life forever. While preparing to perform surgery on someone, he gets a call from the hospital director telling him to switch patients and instead perform life-saving brain surgery o
Dr. Kenzou Tenma, an elite neurosurgeon recently engaged to his hospital director's daughter, is well on his way to ascending the hospital hierarchy. That is until one night, a seemingly small event changes Dr. Tenma's life forever. While preparing to perform surgery on someone, he gets a call from the hospital director telling him to switch patients and instead perform life-saving brain surgery on a famous performer. His fellow doctors, fiancée, and the hospital director applaud his accomplishment; but because of the switch, a poor immigrant worker is dead, causing Dr. Tenma to have a crisis of conscience. So when a similar situation arises, Dr. Tenma stands his ground and chooses to perform surgery on the young boy Johan Liebert instead of the town's mayor. Unfortunately, this choice leads to serious ramifications for Dr. Tenma—losing his social standing being one of them. However, with the mysterious death of the director and two other doctors, Dr. Tenma's position is restored. With no evidence to convict him, he is released and goes on to attain the position of hospital director. Nine years later when Dr. Tenma saves the life of a criminal, his past comes back to haunt him—once again, he comes face to face with the monster he operated on. He must now embark on a quest of pursuit to make amends for the havoc spread by the one he saved. [Written by MAL Rewrite]
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Franchise Timeline
Franchise Timeline
Monster
Complete·Everything including OVAs, specials & side stories
- Monster2004
- Monster Extra: HottanOptional TV2004
- Monster Special EditionOptional TV2005
Platform Scores
MAL
8.89
AniList
88 / 100
Kitsu
82 / 100
AniList Trend
713
Episode Guide
Aired so far: 74 / 74
Main Story
74 / 74
100%
Latest Aired
Episode 74
Remaining
Fully available
Aired so far
Theme Songs
Status Breakdown
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many episodes is Monster?
Monster consists of 74 episodes, each with a runtime of approximately 24 minutes. The series originally aired in the spring of 2004.
Is the anime Monster finished?
Yes, Monster is a completed series. It serves as a standalone story and is the only entry in its franchise.
Where can I watch Monster online?
You can watch all 74 episodes of Monster on Netflix.
What is the premise of the anime Monster?
Monster is a suspenseful mystery that follows Dr. Kenzou Tenma, a talented neurosurgeon who experiences a moral crisis after choosing to save a young boy's life over a hospital director's patient. The story explores his journey as he becomes entangled in the dark past of Liebert, Johan, a dangerous individual connected to the boy he once saved.
Who is the studio and director behind Monster?
Monster was produced by the acclaimed studio Madhouse. It was directed by Kojima, Masayuki.
What anime should I watch if I like Monster?
If you enjoyed the psychological and suspenseful elements of Monster, you might also like Death Note, Pluto, Psycho-Pass, Odd Taxi, or Rainbow.
Why is Monster so highly rated by fans?
With an impressive score of 8.89/10, Monster is widely considered a masterpiece of the mystery and thriller genres. Its high acclaim is largely attributed to its mature storytelling, complex character development involving Tenma, Kenzou and Liebert, Johan, and the masterful direction of Kojima, Masayuki.
Is Monster suitable for younger viewers?
No, Monster carries an R - 17+ rating for violence and profanity. It is intended for an adult audience due to its dark, mature themes and intense psychological content.
Information
- Type
- TV
- Status
- Finished
- Country
- Japan
- Premiered
- Spring 2004
- Aired
- Apr 7, 2004 – Sep 28, 2005
- Broadcast
- Wednesday · 00:40:00
- Episodes
- 74 / 74
- Duration
- 24 min
- Time to Complete
- 29h 36m
- Rating
- R - 17+ (violence & profanity)
- Studio
- Madhouse
Alternative Titles
jaモンスター
enמונסטר
enמפלצת
arمونستر
arوحش
ruМонстр
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