Doomed Megalopolis (1991): cast, story & where to watch

Released in 1991, Doomed Megalopolis is an animation, action & adventure and sci-fi & fantasy series.

What it’s about. A spiritual battle is being waged within the capital of Tokyo during the turn of the 20th century. In 1908, Japan is undergoing an enormous process of industrial renovation due the influence of radical western ideals. Technology and politics shift the country's emphasis more and more away from the traditions of the past, with Tokyo being the main center of this radical movement. At the same time, Yasumasa Hirai, an Onmyoji of the Tsuchimikado Family, has been called from Kyoto to Tokyo in order to participate in a secret meeting concerning plans to turn Tokyo into the most commercial and blessed city in all of Japan. Opposing Hirai is Yasunori Kato, an evil Onmyoji whose only desire is the complete destruction of Tokyo. Yasumasa Hirai and Kato Yasunori meet and fight for the future of Tokyo and the Japanese Empire.

Who’s in it. Doomed Megalopolis stars Keiko Han as Yukari Tatsumiya (voice), Kenichi Ogata as Shigemaru Kuroda (voice), Kyusaku Shimada as Yasunori Katō (voice) and Takaya Hashi as Hayakawa, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 4.9/10, Doomed Megalopolis has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Eternal Family. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Doomed Megalopolis page.

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