Humanoid Monster Bem (2006): cast, story & where to watch

Released in 2006, Humanoid Monster Bem is an animation and sci-fi & fantasy series.

What it’s about. The plot of the series revolves around three youkai, Bem, Bera and Barro, who arrive at a large coastal city and come across an evil atmosphere, which was brought about by immoral behavior by humans and mischief caused by monsters and youkai. They therefore decide to stay in the city, fighting against other monsters and yōkai which attack humans, making a few friends in the way. Even though the three youkai are often abused by other human beings due to their appearance, they still strive in protecting the human populace of the city from other monsters, one day hoping to become human beings in return for their good actions.

Who’s in it. Humanoid Monster Bem stars Kazuhiko Inoue as Bem (voice), Kaori Yamagata as Bela (voice), Ai Horanai as Belo (voice) and Yuuna Inamura as Kira Hinata (voice), among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, Humanoid Monster Bem has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Humanoid Monster Bem page.

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