
Guilty Crown
ギルティクラウン
Shattering tragedy sparks a timid boy's transformation into a powerful force. Amidst a deadly virus and warring factions, he's torn between rebels and a clandestine agency. If you love epic sci-fi battles and emotional awakenings, this is unmissable.
Shuu's entire world was shattered after a meteorite crashed into Japan, unleashing the lethal Apocalypse Virus. The chaos and anarchy born of the outbreak cost Shuu his family and reduced him to a timid, fearful shell of the boy he'd once been. His life took another unexpected turn after a chance encounter with the stunning pop star, Inori. This mysterious beauty introduced Shuu to the King's Right Hand: a genetic mutation that allows him to reach into hearts of mortals and turn them into weapons. Shuu finds himself caught in the crossfire between those who desperately seek his newfound strength. On one side lurks a clandestine government agency, and on the other, Inori and the spirited band of rebels known as Funeral Parlor. The choice is Shuu's to make - and the world is his to change. (Source: Funimation)
Editorial mood guide by WatchMoodly Editorial Team · Base catalog metadata via AniList.
6.9/10 avg
Studio: Production I.G
Mood Rationale & Viewing Guide: Should You Watch Guilty Crown?
Within our mood classification system, Guilty Crown aligns strongest with a romantic / sad / excited viewing mood (love stories that will make your heart flutter). Key tonal signals include post apocalyptic world, apocalypse virus, lost loved ones, fearful protagonist, strong female lead, pop star heroine, making it a strong pick when you want a story driven by those themes without spoilers.
Watch If…
- •You want a action, drama, mecha anime series released in 2011 from Production I.G.
- •You enjoy themes centered on post apocalyptic world, apocalypse virus, lost loved ones, fearful protagonist.
- •You want a multi-arc 22-episode series to sink into (~24 min per episode).
Skip If…
- •You are looking for a purely lighthearted, zero-stress comfort watch without dark or tense themes.
- •You are looking for an ongoing, multi-season franchise rather than a completed release.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Guilty Crown
Where can I watch Guilty Crown (2011) legally online?
Guilty Crown is available through official platforms including Crunchyroll, Prime Video, Apple TV+, Crunchyroll Premium (Via Prime) Amazon Channel, Sony LIV. Use the streaming links on this page to open the licensed release directly.
What mood and genres does Guilty Crown fit best?
Guilty Crown is classified under Action, Drama, Mecha, Psychological, Romance, Sci-Fi and best matches a romantic or sad or excited mood, featuring elements of post apocalyptic world, apocalypse virus, lost loved ones, fearful protagonist, strong female lead.
How many episodes does Guilty Crown have?
Guilty Crown (2011) is currently marked as completed with 22 episodes, averaging 24 minutes per episode.
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