Kaiju No. 8
In a world plagued by creatures known as Kaiju, Kafka Hibino aspired to enlist in The Defense Force. He makes a promise to enlist with his childhood friend, Mina Ashiro. Soon, life takes them in separate ways. While employed cleaning up after Kaiju battles, Kafka meets Reno Ichikawa. Reno's determination to join The Defense Force reawakens Kafka's promise to join Mina and protect humanity.
Where to watch Kaiju No. 8 in United States
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Fandango At HomeClick a service to open Kaiju No. 8 there. Availability last verified on June 20, 2026.
Where is Kaiju No. 8 streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Crunchyroll, Crunchyroll Amazon Channel | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home |
| India | Crunchyroll, Sony Liv, Crunchyroll Amazon Channel | — |
| United Kingdom | Crunchyroll, Crunchyroll Amazon Channel | Apple TV Store |
| Canada | Crunchyroll Amazon Channel, Crunchyroll | Apple TV Store |
| Australia | Crunchyroll, Crunchyroll Amazon Channel | Apple TV Store |
| Germany | Crunchyroll, Crunchyroll Amazon Channel | — |
| France | Crunchyroll, Crunchyroll Amazon Channel | — |
| Spain | Crunchyroll, Crunchyroll Amazon Channel | — |
| Brazil | Crunchyroll, Crunchyroll Amazon Channel | — |
| Japan | Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Disney Plus, Hulu | Amazon Video |
About Kaiju No. 8
Kaiju No. 8 is a 2024 Japanese-language animation, action & adventure and sci-fi & fantasy series. The cast is led by Masaya Fukunishi, Asami Seto, Wataru Katoh. It spans 1 season and 23 episodes and is still running. Viewers rate it 8.5/10 across 800 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on Crunchyroll, Crunchyroll Amazon Channel.
Kaiju No. 8 was produced by Production I.G, TOHO, and TOHO Global and made in Japan. It was first aired on April 13, 2024, and carries a TV-14 certification.
- First aired
- April 13, 2024
- Last aired
- September 27, 2025
- Original language
- Japanese
- Age rating
- TV-14
- Status
- Returning Series
- Seasons
- 1 (23 episodes)
- Network
- TV Tokyo, TV Aichi
- Country
- Japan
- Production
- Production I.G, TOHO, TOHO Global
Kaiju No. 8 cast & crew
The cast features Masaya Fukunishi as Kafka Hibino / Kaiju No. 8 (voice), Asami Seto as Mina Ashiro (voice), Wataru Katoh as Reno Ichikawa (voice), Fairouz Ai as Kikoru Shinomiya (voice), and Kengo Kawanishi as Soshiro Hoshina (voice).
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Yuta Bandoh, cinematography is by Eiji Arai, and it was produced by Atsushi Takahashi and Akifumi Fujio.
Is Kaiju No. 8 worth watching?
Kaiju No. 8 holds an audience score of 8.5/10 from 760 ratings, ranking it among the most acclaimed animation series.
With 1 season and 23 episodes, it's a meaty weekend watch.
If you enjoy animation, action & adventure, and sci-fi & fantasy, Kaiju No. 8 is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch Kaiju No. 8
In United States, you can stream Kaiju No. 8 on Crunchyroll and Crunchyroll Amazon Channel, or rent and buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Fandango At Home. Click any service above to open it directly.
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Cast of Kaiju No. 8
Masaya Fukunishi
Kafka Hibino / Kaiju No. 8 (voice)
Asami Seto
Mina Ashiro (voice)
Wataru Katoh
Reno Ichikawa (voice)
Fairouz Ai
Kikoru Shinomiya (voice)
Kengo Kawanishi
Soshiro Hoshina (voice)
Kaiju No. 8 — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Kaiju No. 8 in United States?
Kaiju No. 8 is streaming on Crunchyroll, Crunchyroll Amazon Channel in United States.
▸Is Kaiju No. 8 on Crunchyroll?
Yes — Kaiju No. 8 is currently available on Crunchyroll in United States.
▸What language is Kaiju No. 8 in?
Kaiju No. 8 is originally in Japanese. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How many seasons of Kaiju No. 8 are there?
Kaiju No. 8 has 1 season with 23 episodes in total, and it is still running.
▸What is Kaiju No. 8 rated?
Kaiju No. 8 is rated TV-14. It holds a 8.5/10 audience score from 760 ratings.
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