Tokyo Ghoul (2014)
▸ Must watch
Tokyo Ghoul is streaming in Japan on Netflix, Hulu, U-NEXT.
The verdict
Tokyo Ghoul has pulled the kind of numbers most Japanese series never see. It holds an 8.3/10 on TMDB from 2,599 ratings, well above the typical run of new releases. Episodes run about 24 minutes. In Japan you can stream it on Netflix, Hulu, U-NEXT.
Is it worth starting?
This is 4 seasons deep — Japanese animation with a drama streak. Several seasons in, so it's a commitment to start rather than a one-night sampler.
- Why
- It rates 8.3/10 on 2,599 ratings so far — a strong early showing.
- Skip if
- you don't want to start something several seasons deep
- Best for
- A long run rather than a single sitting
Story
Ken Kaneki, a bookworm college student, meets Rize, a girl his own age with whom he shares many interests.
Good to know
| Runtime | ~24 min per episode |
| Genre | Animation / Drama |
| Language | Japanese |
| Best screen | Stream at home |
Cast
Natsuki Hanae
Ken Kaneki (voice)
Sora Amamiya
Touka Kirishima (voice)
Shintaro Asanuma
Nishiki Nishio (voice)
Takahiro Sakurai
Uta (voice)
Sumire Morohoshi
Hinami Fueguchi (voice)
Yuuya Uchida
Arata Kirishima (voice)
Where to watch in Japan
NetflixHuluU-NEXTAnime Times Amazon Channel
Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.
Rent or buy
Amazon VideoGoogle Play Movies
Availability as of 23 Sept 2026 — platforms may change over time.
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Trailer
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Frequently asked
Is Tokyo Ghoul worth watching?
Must watch. It rates 8.3/10 on audience ratings. This is 4 seasons deep — Japanese animation with a drama streak. Several seasons in, so it's a commitment to start rather than a one-night sampler.
Where can I watch Tokyo Ghoul?
You can stream Tokyo Ghoul in Japan on Netflix, Hulu, U-NEXT, Anime Times Amazon Channel.
What language is Tokyo Ghoul in?
Tokyo Ghoul is a Japanese series (Animation / Drama).