Detroit Metal City (2008): cast, story & where to watch

Released in 2008, Detroit Metal City is an animation and comedy series.

What it’s about. Dominating the world of indie music, Detroit Metal City (DMC) is a popular death metal band known for its captivatingly dark and crude style. Its extravagant lead singer, Johannes Krauser II, is especially infamous as a demonic being who has risen from the fiery pits of hell itself in order to bring the world to its knees and lord over all mortals—or at least that's what he's publicized to be. Unbeknownst to his many worshippers, Krauser II is just the alter ego of an average college graduate named Souichi Negishi. Although he is soft-spoken, peace-loving, and would rather listen to Swedish pop all day, he must participate in DMC's garish concerts in order to make ends meet. Detroit Metal City chronicles Negishi's hilarious misadventures as he attempts to juggle his hectic band life, a seemingly budding romance, and dealing with his incredibly obsessive and dedicated fans.

Who’s in it. Detroit Metal City stars Yuji Ueda as Souichi Negishi (voice), Takashi Matsuyama as Keisuke Nashimoto (voice), Kenichi Matsuyama as Makoto Hokazono (voice) and Riki Takeuchi as Jack ILL Dark (voice), among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.7/10, Detroit Metal City has been warmly received by audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Detroit Metal City page.

If you liked it. Fans of Detroit Metal City tend to enjoy Rick and Morty, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba, Attack on Titan and Attack on Titan: No Regrets.