Higurashi: When They Cry
“It's not paranoia... if they really are trying to kill you!”
After moving into the quiet town of Hinamizawa, Maebara Keiichi spends his days blissfully in school often playing games with his local friends. However, appearances can be deceiving. One fateful day, Keiichi stumbles upon news of a murder that had occurred in Hinamizawa. From this point on, horrific events unfold in front of Keiichi, as he soon learns his close friends may not be all that they seem.
Where to watch Higurashi: When They Cry in United States
Amazon VideoClick a service to open Higurashi: When They Cry there. Availability last verified on June 20, 2026.
Where is Higurashi: When They Cry streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | — | Amazon Video |
| Germany | Aniverse Amazon Channel | Amazon Video |
| Japan | Hulu, U-NEXT, Anime Times Amazon Channel, dAnime Amazon Channel | FOD |
| South Korea | TVING | — |
About Higurashi: When They Cry
Higurashi: When They Cry is a 2006 Japanese-language animation, drama and mystery series. The cast is led by Soichiro Hoshi, Mai Nakahara, Satsuki Yukino. It spans 2 seasons and 50 episodes and has concluded. Viewers rate it 7.7/10 across 200 ratings. In United States, it is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video.
Higurashi: When They Cry was produced by Studio Deen and made in Japan. It was first aired on April 5, 2006, and carries a TV-MA certification.
- First aired
- April 5, 2006
- Last aired
- December 18, 2007
- Original language
- Japanese
- Age rating
- TV-MA
- Status
- Ended
- Seasons
- 2 (50 episodes)
- Network
- Kansai TV, Tokai Television Broadcasting
- Country
- Japan
- Production
- Studio Deen
Higurashi: When They Cry cast & crew
The cast features Soichiro Hoshi as Keiichi Maebara (voice), Mai Nakahara as Rena Ryuuguu (voice), Satsuki Yukino as Mion Sonozaki / Shion Sonozaki (voice), Mika Kanai as Satoko Houjou (voice), Yukari Tamura as Rika Furude (voice), and Yui Horie as Hanyu (voice).
Is Higurashi: When They Cry worth watching?
Higurashi: When They Cry holds an audience score of 7.7/10 from 232 ratings, marking it as well-reviewed animation series.
With 2 seasons and 50 episodes, it's a long-haul binge.
If you enjoy animation, drama, and mystery, Higurashi: When They Cry is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch Higurashi: When They Cry
Higurashi: When They Cry isn't on a subscription service in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.
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Cast of Higurashi: When They Cry
Soichiro Hoshi
Keiichi Maebara (voice)
Mai Nakahara
Rena Ryuuguu (voice)
Satsuki Yukino
Mion Sonozaki / Shion Sonozaki (voice)
Mika Kanai
Satoko Houjou (voice)
Yukari Tamura
Rika Furude (voice)
Yui Horie
Hanyu (voice)
Higurashi: When They Cry — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Higurashi: When They Cry in United States?
Higurashi: When They Cry is not on subscription streaming in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.
▸What language is Higurashi: When They Cry in?
Higurashi: When They Cry is originally in Japanese. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How many seasons of Higurashi: When They Cry are there?
Higurashi: When They Cry has 2 seasons with 50 episodes in total.
▸What is Higurashi: When They Cry rated?
Higurashi: When They Cry is rated TV-MA. It holds a 7.7/10 audience score from 232 ratings.
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