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Kenshin - Himura Battosai

  • Episode aired Jul 7, 2023
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Kenshin - Himura Battosai (2023)
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Kenshin Himura, a once-deadly murderer in the Bakumatsu period, has vowed never to kill again. A decade after the end of the Bakumatsu, Kenshin acts as a wandering swordsman, offering help t... Read allKenshin Himura, a once-deadly murderer in the Bakumatsu period, has vowed never to kill again. A decade after the end of the Bakumatsu, Kenshin acts as a wandering swordsman, offering help to those in need.Kenshin Himura, a once-deadly murderer in the Bakumatsu period, has vowed never to kill again. A decade after the end of the Bakumatsu, Kenshin acts as a wandering swordsman, offering help to those in need.

  • Director
    • Hideyo Yamamoto
  • Writers
    • Hideyuki Kurata
    • Kaoru Kurosaki
    • Nobuhiro Watsuki
  • Stars
    • Bill Butts
    • Chô
    • Satoshi Hino
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  • IMDb RATING
    7.8/10
    384
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    • Director
      • Hideyo Yamamoto
    • Writers
      • Hideyuki Kurata
      • Kaoru Kurosaki
      • Nobuhiro Watsuki
    • Stars
      • Bill Butts
      • Chô
      • Satoshi Hino
    • 1User review
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    Bill Butts
    Bill Butts
    • Hajime Saitô
    • (English version)
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    Chô
    • Kihei Hiruma
    • (voice)
    Satoshi Hino
    Satoshi Hino
    • Hajime Saitô
    • (voice)
    Sôichirô Hoshi
    • Sôshi Okita
    • (voice)
    Risa Mei
    Risa Mei
    • Kaoru Kamiya
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    • (voice)
    Bill Millsap
    Bill Millsap
    • Gaskeh
    Shô Okumura
    • Police Officer
    • (voice)
    Sôma Saitô
    Sôma Saitô
    • Kenshin Himura
    • (voice)
    Kazuya Saji
    • Police Officer
    • (voice)
    Toshihiko Seki
    Toshihiko Seki
    • Narration
    • (voice)
    Kôichi Sôma
    • Police Captain
    • (voice)
    Wataru Takagi
    Wataru Takagi
    • Gohei Hiruma
    • (voice)
    Rie Takahashi
    Rie Takahashi
    • Kaoru Kamiya
    • (voice)
    Shin'ya Takahashi
    • Nishiwaki
    • (voice)
    Yuma Uchida
    • Aoshi Shinomori
    • (voice)
    Howard Wang
    • Kenshin Himura
    • (English version)
    • (voice)
    Kohei Yanagi
    • Police Officer
    • (voice)
    • Director
      • Hideyo Yamamoto
    • Writers
      • Hideyuki Kurata
      • Kaoru Kurosaki
      • Nobuhiro Watsuki
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    Elation beyond explanation: the Battousai is back

    The 2023 adaptation of Rurouni Kenshin: Meiji Kenkaku Romantan makes a strong and nostalgic return with its first episode. Staying true to its source material, this adaptation captures the essence of the original series while adding a modern touch. Despite its nostalgic appeal, the anime avoids feeling outdated and manages to blend in seamlessly with contemporary shounen anime. The setting, characters, villains, and motivations all feel relevant in today's anime landscape. In terms of production, the animation is solid, capturing the essence of the original artwork while providing a smoother and more polished visual experience. The action scenes flow seamlessly and maintain a sense of coherence.

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      • July 7, 2023 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • Japan
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      • Japanese
    • Production company
      • Liden Films
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