Monster

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  • 2004
  • 1 Season
  • 8.7  (43,728)

Monster is a dark and twisted anime series that aired from 2004 to 2005. It was based on a manga of the same name by Naoki Urasawa. The series is set in Germany and revolves around Dr. Kenzo Tenma, a talented Japanese neurosurgeon who is working at a hospital in Düsseldorf. Dr. Tenma is an idealistic and compassionate doctor who wants to save all his patients, regardless of their social status or wealth.

The story of Monster revolves around Dr. Tenma's decision to save the life of a young boy named Johann, who was shot in the head. However, Dr. Tenma's decision to save Johann's life leads to a chain of events that will change his life forever. Johann is not an ordinary boy; he is a monster, and his life will have a significant impact on Dr. Tenma's life.

As the story progresses, Dr. Tenma begins to uncover the dark secrets of Johann's past. He discovers that Johann is not the innocent child he thought he was and that Johann is linked to a series of murders that have been taking place in Germany. Dr. Tenma is determined to stop Johann from committing any more murders, but he is faced with many obstacles along the way.

One of the significant themes of Monster is the concept of good and evil. The series explores the idea that there is no clear line between good and evil, and that even the most well-intentioned deeds can have unintended consequences. Dr. Tenma is a prime example of this theme. He wanted to save Johann's life, but in doing so, he set off a series of events that led to a chain reaction of tragedies.

The series also features several other characters who are impacted by Johann's presence. One of them is Inspector Lunge, a detective who is determined to catch Johann and bring him to justice. Lunge is a deeply flawed character who is obsessed with catching Johann, to the point where he is willing to break the law and bend the rules to get what he wants.

Another character is Eva Heinemann, the daughter of the hospital director where Dr. Tenma works. Eva is a wealthy and beautiful woman who becomes obsessed with Dr. Tenma after he saves her life. However, Eva's obsession with Dr. Tenma takes a dark turn as she becomes increasingly unstable as the series progresses.

One of the things that sets Monster apart from other anime series is its attention to detail and realism. The series is set in Germany, and the creators went to great lengths to ensure that the backgrounds, settings, and characters were authentic to the country. This attention to detail adds an extra layer of depth and richness to the story and makes it feel like more than just a simple anime series.

The animation in Monster is also notable. The series has a dark and ominous feel, with excellent use of lighting and shadow to create a tense and foreboding atmosphere. The character designs are also well-done, with each character having a distinct look and feel to them. The series also features some excellent action scenes that are expertly choreographed and animated.

In conclusion, Monster is a dark and twisted anime series that is well worth watching. It explores complex themes of good and evil, and the unintended consequences of even the most well-intentioned actions. The attention to detail and realism of the series add an extra layer of depth to the story, and the animation is top-notch. If you're a fan of anime and looking for something a little different, then Monster is definitely worth checking out.

Monster is a series that is currently running and has 1 seasons (80 episodes). The series first aired on April 6, 2004.

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Seasons
The Real Monster
74. The Real Monster
September 27, 2005
It has been some time since the tragic blood battle, and everyone is working hard to put their lives back to normal. Tenma finally locates a woman he has been searching for, and she reveals some startling information.
The Landscape of the End
73. The Landscape of the End
September 20, 2005
Bonaparta attempts to shoot Johan dead, but is gunned down by Roberto, who dies of his own injuries soon afterwards. With the massacre now over, authorities rush into the town and attempt to determine what happened. Just as an officer is about to arrest Dr. Tenma, an ambulance worker arrives asking for Tenma's assistance.
Man Without A Name
72. Man Without A Name
September 13, 2005
Lunge confronts Roberto, one of the ringleaders, in a hotel room. Both are subsequently wounded in the fight. Nina and Gillen arrive in Ruhenheim where they find a house containing drawings of the two twins by Bonaparta. This triggers a final memory and the secret to Johan's madness and motives, his quest for true solitude, as well as forgiveness for his actions. Bonaparta accompanies Tenma on his quest to find and kill Johan.
The Magnificent Steiner's Rage
71. The Magnificent Steiner's Rage
September 6, 2005
Tenma runs into Lunge, the latter apologizing for his previous accusations against Tenma. Nina and Dr. Gillen rush to Ruhenheim. After the winning lottery couple is wounded in an attack on Bonaparta's hotel, Grimmer rushes out to the streets to reason with the unknown assailants.
The Town of Slaughter
70. The Town of Slaughter
August 30, 2005
Summary is not available.
A Peaceful Home
69. A Peaceful Home
August 23, 2005
Lunge and Grimmer conclude something terrible is happening in Ruhenheim when random gunshots ring out, people are either murdered or disappearing, and any links out of town is flooded by torrential rain. As Nina recovers in a nearby hospital, Tenma, using a lead from Capek, travels to Prague and meets with Lipsky and determines that Johan is in Ruhenheim.
Ruhenheim
68. Ruhenheim
August 16, 2005
With a postcard obtained by Lipsky, Lunge arrives in Ruhenheim. There he meets up with Grimmer, whose research has led him to this town as well. A working-class couple in this town realize they win the lottery and fearing that everyone else wants to kill them, the husband buys an arsenal of weapons.
I'm Home
67. I'm Home
August 9, 2005
Nina confronts Johan who presents her with a story on what happened when many people were poisoned at the Mansion of Red Roses. Nina realizes that she was the one who witnessed these deaths, the shock of this revelation nearly drives her to suicide, but she is saved by Tenma. Capek is gunned down by members of his organization when they find out about the guard that Capek killed.
Welcome Back
66. Welcome Back
August 2, 2005
Capek reveals to Nina that her and her twin brother Johan are the products of a eugenics experiment designed to breed "the perfect children". Tenma has wounded Christof and is driving him and Eva to the hospital while demanding answers on Petr Capek. While Eva makes a phone call at a payphone, Tenma sneaks away.
Johan's Footprints
65. Johan's Footprints
July 26, 2005
Capek tries to berate Johan for his actions and tells him that everything should be done according to Capek's plans but Johan simply disagrees and disappears. Capek realizes his hold on his organization is crumbling and has his men pick up Nina in Frankfurt. Eva accosts the young man who was introduced to Johan, Christof Sievernich, demanding answers.
The Baby's Depression
64. The Baby's Depression
July 19, 2005
The Baby is killed by a prostitute, and his death sends shockwaves in Petr Capek's organization. Capek becomes paranoid as to who is loyal or not and accidentally kills one of his guards. He makes it to his cottage where Johan is waiting for him.
Unrelated Murders
63. Unrelated Murders
July 12, 2005
Egon Weisbach was one of the first investigators in the murder of the Liebert parents. On his last day on the job before retirement, he is escorting a convicted serial murderer but wants to know why he killed someone who did not fit his modus operandi. At the same time, Dr. Gillen is interviewing several murderers wondering why they killed someone who also did not fit their usual targets. Both realize that all these criminals committed murders outside their usual scope at the request of a young man, presumably Johan.
A Fun Meal
62. A Fun Meal
July 5, 2005
Summary is not available.
The Door of Memory
61. The Door of Memory
June 28, 2005
Nina returns to the apartment that she lived in with her mother and Johan and encounters another memory. She then returns to Munich and Dr. Reichwein where she volunteers for hypnosis to find the truth behind these memories. After she nearly kills Dr. Gillen in a hypnotic rage, she leaves Dr. Reichwein's house to try to stop Tenma from killing her brother. Meanwhile, Suk and Vardemann team up to interview former residents of the Mansion of Red Roses to gather information on Franz Bonaparta's reading sessions with his picture books, and for Vardemann to find out more about his father's true involvement.
The Man Who Knew Too Much
60. The Man Who Knew Too Much
June 21, 2005
Martin's attempt to save Eva costs him his life, his last minutes with Tenma reveals a terrible secrets about Martin's boss, Peter Chapek and the about the experiments.
The Man Who Saw the Devil
59. The Man Who Saw the Devil
June 14, 2005
Tenma manages to find Martin. A drunken Eva spots Johan at a party. Martin receives his final orders from his boss but his feelings gets in the way. And Martin gets way over his head when he tries to investigate Johan and his disciple, and the truth about his past is revealed.
Unwanted Job
58. Unwanted Job
June 7, 2005
Summary is not available.
That Night
57. That Night
May 31, 2005
A flashback to Johan's and Nina's past, to the time before the Liebert's homicides reveals the reason behind Johan's killing. Police makes a startling discovery at the burnt down mansion. Tenma finally learns where Eva is. And Lunge reveals Lipsky's true identity.
The Unending Journey
56. The Unending Journey
May 24, 2005
Nina and Dieter enters the Red Rose Mansion, but Nina faints from her disturbing experience. And they end up in the care of a puppeteer name Lipsky.
Room 402
55. Room 402
May 17, 2005
Dr. Tenma takes Verderman hostage in a desperate search for Eva. And Verderman's dark past is revealed.
Escape
54. Escape
May 10, 2005
Tenma and Milch are on the run with the injured Gustav and Helene. Eva finds her life in danger when she discovers that the attorney she's supposed to meet, Mr.Baul, is none other than Roberto.
Decision
53. Decision
May 3, 2005
Richard commits suicide. But Dr. Reichwein, who was counseling Richard, is suspicious of the circumstances of...
Lawyer
52. Lawyer
April 26, 2005
Former patients of Eisler Memorial Hospital enlist the aid of Alfred Baul, a lawyer, to represent Tenma. Baul in turn asks for the assistance of Fritz Vardemann. Vardemann visits Tenma in prison, and agrees to take on the defense, but is then called to the hospital when his wife goes into labor with their first child. When Baul visits Tenma in prison, Tenma is shocked to see that Baul is Roberto. Roberto then says that Eva Heinemann will be his next target.
Monster's Love Letter
51. Monster's Love Letter
April 19, 2005
Schubert, with the help of Reichwein, re-explores his past with Karl Neumann's real mother and realizes his link to Johan. As news of Tenma's arrest spreads, various people react with shock and horror, with the exception of Eva Heinemann, who is insistent that Tenma pay dearly for rejecting her. Suk tries to leave the hospital he is in to try to help Tenma, but is stopped by the Prague Police who inform him that Grimmer has sent a note to them exonerating Suk from any involvement of the deaths of the police officers. Runge also gets news of the arrest as well, but he is more interested in the Mansion of Red Roses, where he obtains a letter possibly addressed to the twins' mother. Tenma is deported back to Dusseldorf.
Mansion of Roses
50. Mansion of Roses
April 12, 2005
Lunge investigates the secret behind the Red Rose Mansion. Tenma and Grimmer separate, but Tenma finds himself in trouble.
The Cruelest Thing
49. The Cruelest Thing
April 5, 2005
All the orphans who adore Grimmer try to prove his innocence. They find the blonde woman (Johan, disguised as...
The Scariest Thing
48. The Scariest Thing
March 29, 2005
While searching for the sign with the three frogs, Nina is surprised that she knows the surrounding buildings...
Nightmare's Door
47. Nightmare's Door
March 22, 2005
Nina's experience in Prague is a nightmare for her. Tenma and Grimmer meets with a top man in the Czechoslovakian STB. They are offered a deal which Grimmer refuses to accept.
Point of Contact
46. Point of Contact
March 15, 2005
A Prague police detective from a special investigative team has been killed in Suk's room, and now Suk is...
The Monster's Afterimage
45. The Monster's Afterimage
March 8, 2005
Suk is put under surveillance by the new commissioner. Together with Grimmer, Suk retrieves the tape and research papers from the deposit box. But their movements is watched by various sides.
Two Darknesses
44. Two Darknesses
March 1, 2005
After the death of his seniors, Suk is left to re-investigate case from the very beginning. He gets information from the orphans about a meeting with Grimmer. His intention to arrest Grimmer takes a different turn however when he gets deeper into the investigation. The episode also reveals that there is more to the nameless lady at the bar than she lets on.
Detective Suk
43. Detective Suk
February 22, 2005
Grimmer, who is investigating 511 Kinderheim, has passed out after being tortured by members of the former...
The Adventures of the Magnificent Steiner
42. The Adventures of the Magnificent Steiner
February 15, 2005
Pedrov has been shot. Before he dies, he hands Grimmer the key to a safety-deposit box that contains the data...
Ghosts of 511
41. Ghosts of 511
February 8, 2005
Grimmer stubbornly stalks Petrov for his experimental research papers chronicaling the abuses at Kinderheim 511, but he gets a surprise instead.
Grimmer
40. Grimmer
February 2, 2005
Grimmer is a freelance journalist. Currently, he is investigating abuses that may have occurred in the...
The Hell in His Sight
39. The Hell in His Sight
January 25, 2005
The one who is pointing a gun at Johan is not Tenma, but Nina. But because of the fire, it is unknown whether...
The Demon in My Sight
38. The Demon in My Sight
January 18, 2005
At first, Johan planned to take over Schuwald's financial conglomerate. But after reading a certain picture...
A Monster Without a Name
37. A Monster Without a Name
January 11, 2005
The episode begins with a fairy tale about a Monster without a name. Nina reads the story from the picture book and has a sense of deja vu. Johan's evil plans for the book donation ceremony is carried out. Dr. Tenma meets a big obstacle in his attempt to kill Johan.
The Monster of Chaos
36. The Monster of Chaos
December 14, 2004
Tenma is hiding on top of a bookshelf in a giant library late at night. He has a sniper rife with him and is...
Nameless Hero
35. Nameless Hero
December 7, 2004
Inspector Lunge of the BKA, who is searching for Tenma, meets some Japanese people in Germany who were friends...
At the End of the Darkness
34. At the End of the Darkness
November 30, 2004
Suk reports to the police chief that he has discovered that Inspector Zeman had ties with former...
Scenes From Childhood
33. Scenes From Childhood
November 23, 2004
Dieter learns of a life threatening game that children are playing. Mr. Schuwald decides to donate his whole book collection to the Munich University Library under the suggestion of Karl and Johan.
Sanctuary
32. Sanctuary
November 16, 2004
Lotte has feelings for Schuwald's son, Karl, but lately, Karl has been busy working with his father, so he...
Into the Light of Day
31. Into the Light of Day
November 9, 2004
Dr. Tenma and Dr. Reichwen finally meet. Dr. Reichwen intends to proof Dr. Tenma's innocence in the homicides, but Dr. Tenma has other ideas.
A Certain Decision
30. A Certain Decision
November 2, 2004
Suspecting foul play in Robert's 'accidental' death fall, Dr. Reichwen makes some discoveries in his investigations. But as he later realizes, his investigations may have put him in harms way.
Execution
29. Execution
October 26, 2004
Richard is a detective who quit the police force when he shot a criminal while on duty and has run himself...
Just One Case
28. Just One Case
October 19, 2004
Schuwald tells Richard to stop the investigation because everything has been solved.
Evidence
27. Evidence
October 12, 2004
Richard's past and present situation is revealed. Johan continues to bond with the Schuwald family and his intention is revealed.
Secret Forest
26. Secret Forest
October 5, 2004
A man who claims to be the son of a millionaire has committed suicide, and a detective is determined to solve the case.
The Thursday Boy
25. The Thursday Boy
September 28, 2004
Karl Neumann and Lotte Frank are both students who read latin to Hans Georg Schubert. Lotte attempts to assist Karl in finding out his past while trying to figure out the identity of a boy who reads to Schubert on Thursdays. When they both discover who he is, they find the boy, Edmund Farren, in his dormitory, dead.
Men's Table
24. Men's Table
September 14, 2004
In exchange for her life, Roberto tells Eva to confront Tenma, who is currently treating a mob boss at a country house. Eva is promptly wounded by Roberto when she is unable to complete her task but is saved by Tenma.
Eva's Confession
23. Eva's Confession
September 7, 2004
Eva Heinemann is arrested for public drunkenness and hooks up with Roberto, with whom she was with the night before her arrest. Roberto then reveals his link to Johan and Eva confesses that she was actually a witness the night Junkers was killed by Johan.
Lunge's Trap
22. Lunge's Trap
August 31, 2004
Lunge determines that the murder of a wealthy, middle-aged, childless couple does not fit the usual modus operandi of the serial murders and decides to use this opportunity to lure Tenma to a trap. However, before he can arrest him, Lunge is critically wounded by the real criminal. Tenma is able to treat Lunge's injuries.
A Wonderful Holiday
21. A Wonderful Holiday
August 24, 2004
Nina confronts Muller, one of the two detectives responsible for the death of her foster parents, the Fortners. Muller discovers that his protege, Roberto, is actually working for Johan and is now tasked with killing Nina.
Journey to Freiham
20. Journey to Freiham
August 17, 2004
Tenma and Dieter hitch a ride with an elderly couple on the way to Freiham. Tenma wonders if the couple plan to turn him in.
Abyss of the Monster
19. Abyss of the Monster
August 10, 2004
Tenma visits Rudy, a criminal psychologist, who is working on cases involving a murderer named Jurgens.
The Fifth Spoonful of Sugar
18. The Fifth Spoonful of Sugar
August 3, 2004
Nina meets with an old friend and boss, Mister Rosso. The delightful old boss however, has a very dark past.
Reunion
17. Reunion
July 27, 2004
General Wolf is the first person who recognized Johan's talents. Having experienced how terrifying Johan is,...
Wolf's Confession
16. Wolf's Confession
July 20, 2004
The Baby leads Nina to Professor Geidlitz, one of the leaders of a right-wing extremist organization. Geidlitz...
Be My Baby
15. Be My Baby
July 13, 2004
In order to find Johan, Nina is in a bar in Frankfurt dressed like a prostitute. She wants to meet "The Baby",...
The Only Man Left, The Only Woman Left
14. The Only Man Left, The Only Woman Left
July 6, 2004
Inspector Lunge investigates the murder of a prostitute and suspects a senator named Dr. Boltzmann of involvement. His dedication to his work however takes a toll on his family life. Meanwhile, the vindictive Eva continues to press Lunge to catch Tenma. She also has a new lover, her garderner.
Petra and Schumann
13. Petra and Schumann
June 29, 2004
Tenma learns a little more about Johan's secret and goes on a journey for more clues. Dieter joins him even...
A Meager Little Experiment
12. A Meager Little Experiment
June 22, 2004
Hartmann, an official for the former East Germany's Ministry of Health and Welfare, knows about 511...
Kinderheim 511
11. Kinderheim 511
June 15, 2004
Tenma learns that Johan used to be in an orphanage known as Kinderheim 511. And he meets a former East German official named Hartmann who used to work there and an injured boy named Dieter.
The Past That Was Erased
10. The Past That Was Erased
June 8, 2004
A city council member and his wife are killed in Verden, Germany. Tenma believes that Johan could be the...
An Old Soldier and a Young Girl
9. An Old Soldier and a Young Girl
June 1, 2004
An old mercenary soldier named Hugo is interrogated by Lunge about a student of his, a doctor named Tenma.
The Fugitive
8. The Fugitive
May 25, 2004
Eva tries to threaten Dr. Tenma, unless he gets back with her, she would reveal to the police that the tie that was found at the scene of the crime is his!
Mansion of Tragedy
7. Mansion of Tragedy
May 18, 2004
Tenma is reunited with Nina (Anna). But when they return to the Fortners' home, they discover that Maurer and...
Reported Disappearance
6. Reported Disappearance
May 11, 2004
Nina finally receives an email informing her to meet the anonymous sender at a specified time and place. Dr. Tenma in his search for the Liebert girl, asks Mauler, an editor for a local publisher, for assistance in his investigations.
The Girl From Heidelberg
5. The Girl From Heidelberg
May 4, 2004
Nina Fortner, a talented young student in Heidelberg has been having nightmares. She also cannot remember anything about her life before she was 10 years old. She soon suffers from fainting spells in university and starts receiving anonymous emails.
Night of the Execution
4. Night of the Execution
April 27, 2004
Adolf Junkers has information about the serial murders that is vital to the police, but he is afraid to reveal them. Dr. Tenma's care for Adolf Junkers however wins him over. However, his close relationship with Junkers leads him to a night of shocking horror.
Murder Case
3. Murder Case
April 20, 2004
Things look brighter for Dr. Tenma, now that Dr. Heinemann is dead. His career takes off, and even Eva tries to win him back. But unfortunately, all that success has drawn the attention of Detective Lunge.
Downfall
2. Downfall
April 13, 2004
In the end, Tenma chooses to treat the boy Johan before the mayor. His surgery is a success.
Herr Dr. Tenma
1. Herr Dr. Tenma
April 6, 2004
Doctor Tenma is a brilliant Japanese neurosurgeon who works at Eisler Memorial Hospital in Germany.
Ep 101 - Chapter 1
101. Ep 101 - Chapter 1
January 1, 2017
A young man is killed and Helle is assigned to lead the investigation. Special investigators Dreyer & Jacobi arrive from out of town, and make it clear that they require no further help. Helle & Dreyer are made partners...
Chapter 2
102. Chapter 2
January 1, 2017
Dreyer suspects that they may have overlooked some details at the scene of the crime and orders an excavation of the area where Tyra was found. Skeletons are found buried and the outlines of a mysterious mass grave arise.
Ep 103 - Chapter 3
103. Ep 103 - Chapter 3
January 1, 1970
Helle is forced to withdraw from the police investigation but continues on her own.Dreyer's unstable behavior has made him a loose cannon, and Ed is starting to doubt his ability to solve the murders...
Ep 104 - Chapter 4
104. Ep 104 - Chapter 4
January 1, 2017
Jani disappears. Helle and Dreyer fear that their chances of finding her alive are slim. Dreyer finds out that Helle is making progress in her private investigation, and realizes that he depends on her to get through this.
Ep 106 - Chapter 6
106. Ep 106 - Chapter 6
January 1, 2017
Helle is hailed as a hero for having rescued Jani and solving the three decades old murders but remains haunted by guilt. Tyra's murder has still not been solved, and the investigation continues.
Ep 107 - Chapter 7
107. Ep 107 - Chapter 7
January 1, 2017
Helle and Dreyer are suspended from the investigation, their methods coming under scrutiny. However, they don't give up and continue to investigate on their own...
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  • Premiere Date
    April 6, 2004
  • IMDB Rating
    8.7  (43,728)
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