Jigoku Shoujo (Hell Girl) Season 1 Episode 2 The Possessed Girl
- TV-MA
- October 23, 2007
- 25 min
In Hell Girl season 1 episode 2, titled "The Possessed Girl," the story follows a young girl named Yui who becomes possessed by a malevolent spirit. As she struggles with this possession, her family seeks the help of a renowned psychic named Akie.
Akie is initially hesitant to take on the case, but eventually agrees after sensing the strong presence of evil surrounding Yui. Along with her assistant, Akie attempts to communicate with the spirit possessing Yui and discovers that it is the vengeful ghost of a young woman who was murdered by her own sister.
As Akie works to exorcise the spirit, Yui's condition deteriorates and her family becomes increasingly desperate. They turn to the Hell Correspondence website for help, summoning the Hell Girl herself, Ai Enma.
Ai offers to take on their request but warns them of the consequences that come with using her services. Despite this warning, the family agrees to the contract and Yui is quickly consumed by the Hellfire.
As the episode comes to a close, it is revealed that the sister of the murdered woman is the one behind Yui's possession, seeking revenge on the family for her sister's death. However, she is ultimately unable to escape the wrath of the Hell Girl and is sent to Hell alongside the vengeful spirit of her sister.
Overall, Hell Girl season 1 episode 2 delivers a chilling tale of revenge and possession, with a powerful message about the dangers of seeking vengeance. The episode features strong performances from its cast and builds on the intriguing premise established in the series' first episode.