Serial Experiments Lain
“Close the world. txen eht nepO.”
Lain—driven by the abrupt suicide of a classmate—logs on to the Wired and promptly loses herself in a twisted mass of hallucinations, memories, and interconnected-psyches.
Where to watch Serial Experiments Lain in United States
Apple TV StoreClick a service to open Serial Experiments Lain there. Availability last verified on June 20, 2026.
Where is Serial Experiments Lain streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | — | Apple TV Store |
| Canada | — | Apple TV Store |
| Japan | dAnime Amazon Channel, Amazon Prime Video | Amazon Video |
About Serial Experiments Lain
Serial Experiments Lain is a 1998 Japanese-language animation, drama and sci-fi & fantasy series. The cast is led by Kaori Shimizu, Yoko Asada, Ayako Kawasumi. It spans 1 season and 13 episodes and has concluded. Viewers rate it 8.2/10 across 600 ratings. In United States, it is available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store.
Serial Experiments Lain was produced by Pioneer LDC and Triangle Staff and made in Japan. It was first aired on July 6, 1998, and carries a TV-14 certification.
- Writers
- Chiaki J. Konaka
- First aired
- July 6, 1998
- Last aired
- September 28, 1998
- Original language
- Japanese
- Age rating
- TV-14
- Status
- Ended
- Seasons
- 1 (13 episodes)
- Network
- TV Tokyo
- Country
- Japan
- Production
- Pioneer LDC, Triangle Staff
Serial Experiments Lain cast & crew
Serial Experiments Lain was written by Chiaki J. Konaka.
The cast features Kaori Shimizu as Lain Iwakura (voice), Yoko Asada as Arisu Mizuki - Lain's friend (voice), Ayako Kawasumi as Mika Iwakura - Lain's older sister (voice), Ryusuke Ohbayashi as Yasuo Iwakura - Lain's father (voice), Rei Igarashi as Miho Iwakura - Lain's mother (voice), and Sumi Mutoh as Chisa Yomoda (voice).
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Reichi Nakaido, cinematography is by Takashi Azuhata, and it was produced by Yasuyuki Ueda and Taro Maki.
Is Serial Experiments Lain worth watching?
Serial Experiments Lain holds an audience score of 8.2/10 from 636 ratings, ranking it among the most acclaimed animation series.
With 1 season and 13 episodes, it's a quick, bingeable run.
If you enjoy animation, drama, and sci-fi & fantasy, Serial Experiments Lain is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch Serial Experiments Lain
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Cast of Serial Experiments Lain
Kaori Shimizu
Lain Iwakura (voice)
Yoko Asada
Arisu Mizuki - Lain's friend (voice)
Ayako Kawasumi
Mika Iwakura - Lain's older sister (voice)
Ryusuke Ohbayashi
Yasuo Iwakura - Lain's father (voice)
Rei Igarashi
Miho Iwakura - Lain's mother (voice)
Sumi Mutoh
Chisa Yomoda (voice)
Keito Takimoto
Tarō (voice)
Chiharu Tezuka
Reika Yamamoto (voice)
Manabi Mizuno
Yūri Katō (voice)
Yuki Yamamoto
Myū-Myū (voice)
Sora Fujimatsu
Masayuki (voice)
Show Hayami
Eiri Masami (voice)
Serial Experiments Lain — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Serial Experiments Lain in United States?
Serial Experiments Lain is not on subscription streaming in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Apple TV Store.
▸What language is Serial Experiments Lain in?
Serial Experiments Lain is originally in Japanese. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How many seasons of Serial Experiments Lain are there?
Serial Experiments Lain has 1 season with 13 episodes in total.
▸What is Serial Experiments Lain rated?
Serial Experiments Lain is rated TV-14. It holds a 8.2/10 audience score from 636 ratings.
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