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2016 · TV SERIES

Ajin

A teenage boy discovers he’s an immortal “Ajin” after a fatal accident, forcing him to stay one step ahead of relentless hunters while uncovering the deadly secrets behind his new existence.

Written by
First aired
2016
Rated
TV-MA
Seasons
2 seasons
AnimationAction & AdventureMystery
Streaming on
  • Netflix

Seventeen years ago, immortals first appeared on the battlefields of Africa. Later, rare and unknown new immortal lifeforms began appearing among humans, and they came to be known as "Ajin" (demi-humans). Just before summer vacation, a Japanese high school student is instantly killed in a traffic accident on his way home from school. However, he is revived, and a price is placed on his head. Thus begins a boy's life on the run from all of humankind.

Seasons & Episodes

  1. 1.01A Topic That Has Nothing to Do with UsJan 16, 2016Rate

    Kei Nagai, a diligent student, discovers he is immortal after surviving a severe truck accident. Overwhelmed and frightened by his new reality, he retreats to a remote location, relying only on his childhood friend Kaito for support.

  2. 1.02Why Is This Happening to Me? I Didn't Do Anything Wrong!Jan 23, 2016Rate

    Tosaki seeks to exploit the Ajin for political power, while Kei and Kaito encounter bandits who are hunting them for a monetary reward.

  3. 1.03I Think I'm Done ForJan 30, 2016Rate

    Kaito and Kei are chased by a mysterious motorcyclist who forces them into a crash, but Kaito manages to overcome the attacker. Meanwhile, Yu Tosaki discovers that Sato, a character from the initial accident, is an Ajin hunter.

  4. 1.04Have You Ever Seen a Black Ghost?Feb 6, 2016Rate

    Izumi confronts an otherworldly entity in Eriko's hospital room. Following her farewell with Kaito, Kei is handed a cryptic invitation.

  5. 1.05Trash Who Only Ask for Help When They Are DesperateFeb 13, 2016Rate

    Kei endures traumatic experiments in a government lab, while Tanaka pushes them to embrace a darker side. Meanwhile, Sato begins organizing a mission to rescue Kei.

  6. 1.06I Adore KillingFeb 20, 2016Rate

    Sato begins a violent spree in the laboratory, targeting those around him. Kei attempts to intervene and uncovers a potential vulnerability in the Ajin's otherwise formidable abilities.

  7. 1.07We Will Cover It All Up!Feb 27, 2016Rate

    Tozaki, facing potential job loss, takes bold steps to uncover more information about the Ajin. Meanwhile, Sato moves forward with implementing a new strategy.

  8. 1.08Brace for ImpactMar 5, 2016Rate

    Ko escapes after Fact exposes his sinister intentions, seeking solitude to perform a ritual to summon his ghost.

  9. 1.09Wait, Let's Talk Over This AgainMar 12, 2016Rate

    Sato readies an assault, while Ko locates Kei's hideout and pleads for assistance. Meanwhile, Tosaki receives an unexpected visitor.

  10. 1.10It Starts Decaying the Moment It's CreatedMar 19, 2016Rate

    Tozaki uncovers new information that shifts the investigation. Mrs. Yamanaka, a neighbor, begins to suspect Kei of involvement. Sato works toward completing his strategy.

  11. 1.11Now Then, It's ShowtimeMar 26, 2016Rate

    On the day of the attacks, the city is thrown into chaos. Sato and his team prepare to respond to the unfolding crisis.

  12. 1.12Man, I'm ExhaustedApr 2, 2016Rate

    Tozaki uses a nationwide online presence to counter Sato's moves, leading to a critical moment where Kei's disguise is compromised.

  13. 1.13Satō-san, It's Your Fault Everything's Messed UpApr 9, 2016Rate

    Kei Nagai is reported to the police by Mr. Keita in hopes of collecting a reward, prompting Yu Tosaki to deploy all available officers to capture him. During the confrontation, Kei uses his Black Ghost ability to evade arrest and flee into the woods, attempting to mislead the police with Ko Nakano's phone, though Tosaki quickly sees through the tactic and continues the pursuit.

  14. 1.14OVA: Nakamura Shinya IncidentRate
  15. 1.15OVA: Hidden Inn/Secret DenRate

  1. 2.01It Has Become TiresomeOct 7, 2016Rate

    Satō escapes the collapsing tunnel he detonated and begins pursuing Nagai and his allies, who make a final effort to stop him before a military gas attack is launched.

  2. 2.02Everyone Around Here Is an IdiotOct 14, 2016Rate

    Kei and Ko undergo physical training and formulate combat strategies against Tosaki. Kei discusses the nature of his IBM with Ogura, who recognizes it as an unusual phenomenon. Meanwhile, Sato continues his campaign by attacking a plane to eliminate his next target.

  3. 2.03I'm Always ScaredOct 21, 2016Rate

    Sato successfully eliminates another target from his list, prompting Nagai and Tosaki to begin strategizing a counteroffensive. Nagai becomes increasingly troubled by his IBM's behavior, questioning whether he must alter his own actions, while Tosaki updates him on Kaito's status.

  4. 2.04It's Sickening, Right?Oct 28, 2016Rate

    Kaito, imprisoned for assisting Kei's escape, witnesses other prisoners bullying a fellow inmate who recently tried to escape. The targeted prisoner refuses Kaito's help, and it becomes evident that he is concealing something.

  5. 2.05Kuro-chan, Please!Nov 4, 2016Rate

    Kei continues to undergo intense training, while Tosaki tries to obtain the Minister's schedule, resorting to theft after diplomatic channels fail. His attempt is complicated by the presence of American investigators.

  6. 2.06It's Tough Being a LapdogNov 11, 2016Rate

    Tosaki is taken into American custody, prompting Izumi to demand his rescue. Though Nagai is hesitant at first, he eventually agrees to lead a team to free Tosaki.

  7. 2.07Kuro-chan, Just Once More, Please!Nov 18, 2016Rate

    Nagai and his team chase the Americans and Tosaki, but they are temporarily delayed when Izumi detours to rescue Tosaki. While successful in saving him, they miss their opportunity to intercept Sato.

  8. 2.08Things Are Getting Kind of Tough in This CountryNov 25, 2016Rate

    Tosaki secures his team access to the building where Sato's next target is located. As time runs out, an unexpected truck arrives and detonates an EMP bomb, disabling all electronic devices and new anti-Ajin weaponry. With the technology neutralized, Sato enters the building, preparing for a direct confrontation.

  9. 2.09You're the One Who Is Getting in the WayDec 4, 2016Rate

    Ajin are humans who are biologically immortal. First discovered on a battlefield in Africa seventeen years ago, they have since been found living incognito among the general population. As governments offer bounties for their capture, a high school student's quiet summer is upended when he becomes entangled in the hunt for these elusive individuals.

  10. 2.10I Won't Do ItDec 2, 2016Rate

    Nagai and his allies return following their defeat at the hands of Sato, with Nagai grappling with feelings of failure. As Sato moves forward with his plan to establish an Ajin-dominated Japan, Tosaki attempts to rally the group for another attempt to stop him, but Nagai resists.

  11. 2.11This Really Is WarDec 9, 2016Rate

    Tensions rise as Satō-san deploys a chemical weapon, leading to public panic and violence directed at Ajin families. Nagai, with help from Kaito, protects his sister and later entrusts her to Kaito's care.

  12. 2.12It Sounds Interesting, So I Guess That's OkayDec 16, 2016Rate

    Members of Satō's group defect and reach out to Nagai. Meanwhile, the US considers using chemical weapons against Satō in the sewer system. Tosaki is contacted for help, prompting Nagai and his team to pursue Satō again.

  13. 2.13I Make Promises Too, Satō-sanDec 23, 2016Rate

    Sato, caught off guard, devises a final plan to eliminate the remaining members of the team.

  14. 2.14OVA: Sato ZERORate

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