TV-Series
Description
"Tokyo Ghoul:re" is the sequel to the original "Tokyo Ghoul" series, continuing the story in a world where ghouls, human-like creatures that survive by consuming human flesh, coexist uneasily with humans. The narrative picks up two years after the events of the original series, focusing on Haise Sasaki, a seemingly mild-mannered investigator working for the Commission of Counter Ghoul (CCG). Sasaki leads a specialized squad called the Quinx Squad, composed of individuals who have undergone a procedure to implant ghoul-like abilities, allowing them to fight ghouls while retaining their humanity. However, Sasaki harbors a fragmented memory of his past life as Ken Kaneki, the protagonist of the original series, whose transformation into a half-ghoul set the stage for much of the conflict.

As Sasaki and the Quinx Squad carry out missions to eliminate dangerous ghouls, tensions rise within the CCG and the ghoul factions. The mysterious organization Aogiri Tree, which seeks to overthrow human dominance, continues to pose a significant threat. Meanwhile, Sasaki begins to experience flashes of his former identity, leading to internal conflict as he struggles to reconcile his current role as a CCG investigator with his buried memories of Kaneki’s life. This duality becomes a central theme as the story explores the blurred lines between human and ghoul identities.

The Quinx Squad members—Urie, Mutsuki, Saiko, and Shirazu—each grapple with their own challenges, including the psychological and physical toll of their ghoul-like abilities. Their personal arcs intersect with the larger narrative as they confront powerful ghouls, uncover conspiracies within the CCG, and navigate the moral complexities of their work. Key antagonists, such as the enigmatic ghoul leader Furuta and the ruthless investigator Kichimura Washuu, further complicate the conflict, revealing deeper layers of corruption and ambition within both human and ghoul societies.

As the story progresses, Sasaki’s memories of Kaneki resurface, leading to a gradual reawakening of his former self. This transformation reignites his connection to ghoul allies like Touka Kirishima and Hinami Fueguchi, who have been fighting to protect their kind. The narrative builds toward a climactic confrontation between the CCG, Aogiri Tree, and other factions, culminating in a battle that forces characters to confront their loyalties, identities, and the possibility of coexistence between humans and ghouls.

"Tokyo Ghoul:re" expands on the themes of identity, morality, and survival established in the original series, weaving a complex tapestry of alliances, betrayals, and personal struggles. The story balances intense action sequences with introspective moments, delving into the psychological and emotional toll of living in a world where the line between predator and prey is increasingly blurred. Through its exploration of character development and societal conflict, the series provides a continuation of the "Tokyo Ghoul" saga that is both thematically rich and narratively engaging.
Information
Tokyo Ghoul:re
東京喰種:re
Type: TV-Series
Anime episodes: 12
Movie/episode length: 24 min.
Date: 10/09/2018
Categories
Genre
Horror
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Episodes
Staffel 1
1Place: And So, Once Again
2Volt: White Darkness
3Union: Cross Game
4Vive: Those Left Behind
5Move: Confluence, Confusion
6Face: Effulgence
7Proof: Bonds
8Incarnation: Awakened Child
9Morse: Remembrances
10Call: The Far Side of Tragedy
11Act: Encounters
12The Final Episode
Cast
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Staff
  • Director
    Toshinori Watanabe
  • Script
    Chūji Mikasano
  • Episode Director
    Tōru Yoshida
    Taiji Kawanishi
    Toshinori Watanabe
    Mitsuhiro Yoneda
    Masayuki Matsumoto
    Hiroaki Kudō
    Hye Jin Seo
  • Music
    Yutaka Yamada
  • Character Design
    Atsuko Nakajima
  • Chief Animation Director
    Atsuko Nakajima
    Yuka Kudō
    Hiroaki Karasu
  • Sound Director
    Noboru Haraguchi
  • Director of Photography
    Naoyuki Wada
  • Producer
    Ken Hagino
    Yoshito Danno
    Hidetada Soga
  • Series Composition
    Chūji Mikasano
  • Storyboard
    Toshinori Watanabe
  • Unit Director
    Toshinori Watanabe
  • Original creator
  • Art Director
    Manabu Otsuzuki
  • Animation Director
    Atsuko Nakajima
    Natsuko Suzuki
    Chizuko Kusakabe
    Minoru Tanaka
    Daisuke Saitō
    Hidetsugu Hirayama
    Shigenori Taniguchi
    Tomoyuki Kitamura
    Makoto Shimojima
    Tomoyuki Matsumoto
    Maiko Okada
    Shinichi Wada
    Eri Kojima
    Maki Fukui
    Taeko Ōgi
    Nozomu Shimazaki
    Bum-Chul Chang
    Naomi Tachibana
    Reiichirō Ōfuji
    Jong Kyung Lee
    Chul Gyo Jung
    Min Seop Shin
    Maki Tōyama
    Yūji Kondō
  • Cgi Director
    Hidenori Fujitani
  • Executive producer
    Kazumichi Ueda
    Akihiro Kinbako
Production
  • Animation Production
    Studio Pierrot
  • Production
    Studio Pierrot
    Marvelous, Inc.
    TC Entertainment, Inc.