The Dark Myth (1990): cast, story & where to watch
1990 · Series · ★ 5.2
Released in 1990, The Dark Myth is an animation and drama series.
What it’s about. Long ago there were fierce gods of legends who shook the earth to its foundation with their power. There are now prehistoric rivals from the primitive times in Japan, that fought to protect their secrets in the present day. The God of Darkness Susanoah-oh is now sleeping in the shadows of the underworld waiting for his rebirth. However his coming hasn't gone unoticed. There are agents from the Kikuchi Clan (descendants of Japans first inhabitants) who have seen the warning signs of the spreading of darkness's bringing. These investigators are armed with ancient knowledge and artifacts who are willingly prepared to face the God of Darkness. Now they must fight the assembled spirits of hell to find the one young boy who is chosen by fate to grasp the chaotic might of the deadly Gods.
Who’s in it. The Dark Myth stars Show Hayami, Nozomu Sasaki, Hiromi Tsuru and Mizuho Suzuki, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.2/10, The Dark Myth has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Dark Myth page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Dark Myth tend to enjoy Rick and Morty, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba, Attack on Titan and Attack on Titan: No Regrets.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Dark Myth (1990)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Dark Myth change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Dark Myth worth watching?
- The Dark Myth holds an audience score of 5.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy animation and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Dark Myth?
- The Dark Myth stars Show Hayami, Nozomu Sasaki, Hiromi Tsuru, Mizuho Suzuki and Yuzuru Fujimoto.
- When was The Dark Myth released?
- The Dark Myth was released in 1990.