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TV series

Monogatari

Original title: 化物語

2009 · TV-14 · 5 seasons · 73 episodes

8.1

TMDB audience score
538 votes, out of 10

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Synopsis

Koyomi Araragi, a high school student, finds himself constantly encountering girls afflicted by supernatural "oddities." He dedicates himself to helping them, often with the aid of the eccentric specialist Meme Oshino. Each arc talks about a different girl's unique struggle and the mysterious cause of their affliction. The series explores themes of adolescence, personal growth, and the complexities of human relationships. It's known for its witty dialogue, stylistic animation, and unique narrative structure.

About 29h 12m to watch every episode. An estimate: 73 episodes at the typical episode runtime of 24 minutes.

Where to watch

Official options in the United States:

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  • Crunchyroll
  • Crunchyroll Amazon Channel

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  • Apple TV Store

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Main cast

  • Hiroshi Kamiya
    Koyomi Araragi (voice)
    73 episodes

  • Chiwa Saito
    Hitagi Senjougahara (voice)
    73 episodes

  • Maaya Sakamoto
    Shinobu Oshino / Kiss-shot Acerola-orion Heart-under-blade (voice)
    73 episodes

  • Satsuki Yukino
    Izuko Gaen (voice)
    73 episodes

  • Miyuki Sawashiro
    Suruga Kanbaru (voice)
    73 episodes

  • Yui Horie
    Tsubasa Hanekawa / Black Hanekawa (voice)
    73 episodes

  • Kana Hanazawa
    Nadeko Sengoku (voice)
    49 episodes

  • Saori Hayami
    Yotsugi Ononoki (voice)
    46 episodes

  • Eri Kitamura
    Karen Araragi (voice)
    45 episodes

  • Yuka Iguchi
    Tsukihi Araragi (voice)
    45 episodes

  • Emiri Kato
    Mayoi Hachikuji (voice)
    38 episodes

  • Shin-ichiro Miki
    Deishuu Kaiki (voice)
    34 episodes

  • Ryoko Shiraishi
    Yozuru Kagenui (voice)
    34 episodes

  • Takahiro Sakurai
    Meme Oshino (voice)
    30 episodes

  • Fumihiko Tachiki
    Senjougahara's Father (voice)
    24 episodes

  • Yasunori Matsumoto
    Mayoi's Father (voice)
    23 episodes

  • Ai Orikasa
    Araragi's Mother (voice)
    23 episodes

  • Mitsuki Saiga
    Kako (voice)
    23 episodes

Seasons