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Tokyo Ghoul: Episodes, Story and Where to Watch

Tokyo Ghoul (2014): what the anime is about, key facts and where to watch, in one evergreen guide.

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Tokyo Ghoul (2014) is a action, fantasy, horror, suspense anime produced by Studio Pierrot. On MyAnimeList it holds a community score of 7.79/10 from 2,008,301 ratings.

What is Tokyo Ghoul about?

A sinister threat is invading Tokyo: flesh-eating "ghouls" who appear identical to humans and blend into their population. Reserved college student Ken Kaneki buries his nose in books and avoids the news of the growing crisis. However, the appearance of an attractive woman named Rize Kamishiro shatters his solitude when she forwardly asks him on a date.

Key details

Tokyo Ghoul runs for 12 episodes and its status is "finished airing". It premiered in the summer 2014 season. Content rating: R - 17+ (violence & profanity).

Where to watch Tokyo Ghoul

Streaming availability changes by region. Major anime platforms like Crunchyroll, Netflix and Hidive rotate their catalogs, so check your local listings for Tokyo Ghoul.

Frequently asked questions

What is Tokyo Ghoul about?

A sinister threat is invading Tokyo: flesh-eating "ghouls" who appear identical to humans and blend into their population. Reserved college student Ken Kaneki buries his nose in books and avoids the news of the growing crisis. However, the appearance

How many episodes does Tokyo Ghoul have?

Tokyo Ghoul has 12 episodes.

What is the MAL rating of Tokyo Ghoul?

Tokyo Ghoul is rated 7.79/10 on MyAnimeList.

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