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Season 1 – Blue Eye Samurai

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A master of the sword lives life in disguise while seeking revenge in Edo-period Japan.
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Blue Eye Samurai — Season 1

Blue Eye Samurai — Season 1

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Visually dazzling while paying deft attention to character, Blue Eye Samurai is a masterfully rendered animated adventure.

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Emma Stefansky The Atlantic It deserves to be counted among the best shows of the year. The series takes the trappings of a heroic action-adventure and turns them on their head, crafting a bloody, emotional drama that is riveting from the very first frame. Dec 21, 2023 Full Review Daniel Fienberg The Hollywood Reporter One of the year’s most surprising and viscerally exciting TV experiences. Dec 14, 2023 Full Review David Opie Empire Magazine Blue Eye Samurai is a gorgeous, addictive thrill-ride that never loses sight of Mizu's point-of-view, even when the road ahead is obscured with blood. Rated: 5/5 Nov 23, 2023 Full Review Tanzim Pardiwalla Filmfare Blue Eye Samurai garnered quite the fan-following. The French-American animated series makes for a great watch. It unleashes some gorgeous animation and a storyline that’s both exposition-packed and emotional. Sep 20, 2024 Full Review Eneko Ruiz Jimenez El Pais (Spain) Blue Eye Samurai should not go unnoticed. [Full review in Spanish] Sep 10, 2024 Full Review Emmanuel Noisette The Movie Blog Blue Eye Samurai is a triumph of storytelling and animation. Rated: 9.5 Aug 8, 2024 Full Review Read all reviews

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Nyx O One of the most compelling animated shows I have ever seen. Season 1 of Blue Eye Samurai is true art. Each episode was a rollercoaster of emotions in the best way. A strong story backed by masterclass acting and character writing sold this amazing piece of historical fiction and had me glued to the screen. Season 1 stands strong in its own regard. With season 2 set to release next year, it has some big shoes to fill. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 02/06/25 Full Review Ashleigh H Brilliant & beautifully illustration style & well written. looking forward to season 2 Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 01/19/25 Full Review Amy Jo S Give this all the rewards. Excellent writing, excellent characters. Fantastic art. Absolutely watch this. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 01/12/25 Full Review Audience Member This is the best animated TV series I’ve seen in a long time! The storytelling and character development are absolutely top-notch, complemented by stunning action and fight sequences. It’s emotional when it needs to be and consistently captivating throughout. A definite must-watch for animation fans. A perfect 10/10! Rated 5 out of 5 stars 01/08/25 Full Review Derek S Just an incredible show. People who aren't used to watching animation, don't let this fool you. This is an amazing journey with incredible action and truly pulls on the heart strings. Mizu is such an incredible protagonist. I seriously can't recommend this show enough. Give it a try. With all that said, make sure young children aren't present. This show is meant for mature audiences, so that's something to keep in mind. I absolutely LOVED this. I'll say it. Top 3 best animated series I've ever seen. That's not an exaggeration. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 11/20/24 Full Review Jay d I don’t watch a lot of animation, but this show caught my attention and pulled me in with its sophisticated visuals, story and characters… It was so well done. And at times the colour schemes and drawing is just downright breathtaking. This series is a feast for the eyes but also a truly engaging story. Cannot wait for season 2! Rated 5 out of 5 stars 10/13/24 Full Review Read all reviews
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Episode 1 Aired Nov 3, 2023 Hammerscale Lone-wolf warrior Mizu gets stuck with an unexpected travel companion, while Princess Akemi grasps for a way to control her future. Details Episode 2 Aired Nov 3, 2023 An Unexpected Element With a squad of deadly assassins on her trail, Mizu forges ahead but hits a hiccup when she and Ringo arrive in town on a festival day. Details Episode 3 Aired Nov 3, 2023 A Fixed Number of Paths Taigen proposes a deal, and Mizu receives an invitation to tea; life on the road turns out to be more challenging than Akemi imagined. Details Episode 4 Aired Nov 3, 2023 Peculiarities Akemi embarks on a new career, and Mizu searches for a way to reach Fowler, bringing them both to Madame Kaji's rather unusual establishment. Details Episode 5 Aired Nov 3, 2023 The Tale of the Ronin and the Bride During a desperate battle, Mizu remembers another life and a lesson she learned the hard way. Details Episode 6 Aired Nov 3, 2023 All Evil Dreams and Angry Words Determined to see Fowler dead, Mizu scrapes up all the wits, grit and strength she has left to make her way through his castle's defenses. Details Episode 7 Aired Nov 3, 2023 Nothing Broken Fowler, bound for Edo, reveals the terrifying scope of his plans; Akemi braces herself for her upcoming wedding; Mizu and Taigen return home. Details Episode 8 Aired Nov 3, 2023 The Great Fire of 1657 As an army approaches, Akemi must choose her path; while Taigen risks his life for the royal family, Mizu remains hell-bent on her mission. Details
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Season Info

Director
Michael Green, Ryan O'Loughlin, Jane Wu, Alan Wan, Earl A. Hibbert, Sunny Sun, Alan Taylor
Creator
Michael Green, Amber Noizumi
Executive Producer
Michael Green, Erwin Stoff, Amber Noizumi
Screenwriter
Michael Green, Amber Noizumi, Yana Bille
Network
Netflix
Rating
TV-MA
Genre
Action, Adventure, Animation
Original Language
English
Release Date
Nov 3, 2023
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