Akuma-kun (1989): cast, story & where to watch
1989 · Series · ★ 5.8
Released in 1989, Akuma-kun is an animation, action & adventure and sci-fi & fantasy series.
What it’s about. The age of the demons has begun. Dr Faust has foreseen this rise of evil. Unfortunately, he is near death and is unable to personally battle this upcoming threat. Faust entrusts a young boy, Shingo Yamada, to take the responsibility of ridding the Earth of this new evil presence. Faust finds a birthmark on Shingo's forehead that signifies that he is the chosen demon fighter. Faust summons from hell what may be humanity's only hope of surviving: a less than enthusiastic devil named Mephisto rises. After signing a pact in blood to save humankind, Shingo and Mephisto set out to battle the supernatural world.
Who’s in it. Akuma-kun stars Yuko Mita as Akuma-kun (Shingo Umoregi), Sanae Miyuki as Hyakume, Toshio Furukawa as Mephisto Jr. and Michiyo Yanagisawa, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, Akuma-kun 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 Akuma-kun page.
If you liked it. Fans of Akuma-kun 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 Akuma-kun (1989)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Akuma-kun change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Akuma-kun worth watching?
- Akuma-kun holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy animation, action & adventure and sci-fi & fantasy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Akuma-kun?
- Akuma-kun stars Yuko Mita, Sanae Miyuki, Toshio Furukawa, Michiyo Yanagisawa and Keiichi Nanba.
- When was Akuma-kun released?
- Akuma-kun was released in 1989.