Audience reviews
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SergeantNaxosis
The animation style was horrible and really took me out of it. None of it really had any impact, and all the shock scenes were very underwhelming and boring, mainly due to the animation style preventing me from being drawn in.
The story was just sex and gore; it was predictable and overly edgy for how little substance there was. The world itself was pretty bland, and there wasn't really much of note that could immerse me in that aspect.
The characters were swallows and couldn't really vibe with any of them nor form any connection with them.
If you want just a series that does stuff and not much else to it, you'd like it, but if you are wanting more substance and depth, then this would be the last show I'd ever recommend.
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A beautifully tragic tale. I'll most certainly have to rewatch this again in the future since I don't think I fully understand the ending. I was surprised that an anime could successfully cram so much into 10 episodes and make it work so well, considering the grandeur of the plot.
I know some will disagree, but what took this down for me was the amount of sexual content and the frequency with which it happened. There were scenes which I understood but many of them felt unnecessary and made me pretty uncomfortable. I'm sure there's an explanation behind it but I can see why someone would drop the anime solely because of that.
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Awesome symbolism!
Devilman: Crybaby is an anime with a very different premise, and even without having read or watched the original work that gave rise to this adaptation, I can recognize that there is something very interesting in the way this story is constructed. The idea of placing demons in a modern world, mixing violence, sexuality, religion, humanity, and social conflicts, works very well and creates a quite unique atmosphere.
At the beginning, I confess that I had the impression that the work would follow a very different path. The story begins by presenting Akira's transformation and the whole issue involving demons in a relatively conventional way, but as the episodes progress, it becomes increasingly evident that Devilman: Crybaby is not only interested in showing battles b…
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"Love is not real there is no such thing, therefore there is no sorrow."
Devilman is one of the most influential manga to ever exist and this adaptation does it justice in the best way possible. The hyper-stylized art direction might initially turn some people away from it, but it ends up paying off tremendously as the series progresses, making faces more expressive and the exaggerated character movements give it way more impact during important fight scenes.
It is definitely not an anime for everyone since many could find it either too gruesome or outright disgusting, although this is mostly due to the story (and therefore the animation) being both very crude and unforgiving (which to be fair ends up being a mayor part of the appeal).
In the end what made it all so interesting is being…
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Devilman Crybaby is certainly bizarre, gory, and very sexually gratuitous, but it’s one of those stories that sticks with you long after you finish it. What I loved most was the focus on Akira and his relationships, especially with Ryo. Even as the story expands and the stakes become much larger, it never completely loses sight of the characters at the center of it. Akira’s struggle to hold onto his humanity despite everything happening around him made me very emotionally invested in him, and a lot of the show’s strongest moments come from the way it explores love, loneliness, and human connection through its cast. I still think the shift to a world-wide scale happens a little abruptly and I would’ve preferred a more intimate story like it had started out as, but I appreciate what the stor…
Read at the sourceHydra112
I did not like this anime. Even though it was only 10 episodes long, it still manages to waste your time. The animation takes a bit of getting used to,but I didn't it mind it as much as others seem to do. The story and the characters are it's real problems. The story is nonsensical,and in the second half, every episode starts at a random time away from the ending of the previous one (mini time skips). The relationship between the main character and his friend is so bland and there is zero chemistry between them. The main character is uninteresting and the villain came out of nowhere. This anime uses sex and violence not as a tool to tell it's story,but just for the sake of being edgy and cool. The second half had so little sex compared to the first half, that the story felt the need to ran…
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I would have loved to get a continuation of the Devilman OVAs, but the fact that I'm never going to isn't a weakness. The Birth and especially The Demon Bird are really good for what they are specifically because they're not worried about whether they're going to finish adapting the manga. Instead they take the time to establish and focus on the motivations of and relationship between Akira and Ryo.
Crybaby, on the other hand, is so anxious to get to the end that it winds up with critical pacing issues that left me feeling confused for a lot of the time I spent watching it. Viewed through what is at times a grossly voyeuristic camera lens, it's all a bit of a mess that I can't give more than five stars, despite moments of pure brilliance.
I'm tempted to say this needed two more episodes…
Read at the sourceMarionFiesse
I think Devilman: Crybaby is the victim of a massive misunderstanding regarding its hyper-violent and hyper-sexual themes. People often overlook a simple fact: the seeming "meaninglessness" of it is the entire point. Many critics complain about the over-the-top gore and substance-less sexuality, yet this imagery directly serves the story's core message: how inherently cruel humans can be, and the literal monsters fear can turn them into. The original story was heavily inspired by the Vietnam War and human cruelty. So, while the show relies heavily on shock value, its core message is a critique of human nature, not cheap fanservice or an attempt to pad screen time.
Story (Score: 8/10)
Pacing was the only major issue for me. The narrative felt a bit rushed at times, and certain side char…
Read at the sourceYueismine
Something broke after watching this anime. It’s hard to say what it was, but things don’t feel the same anymore.
It works almost like a reboot, following the general line of events from the manga while changing and adding things that truly elevate the work.
The characters are far more captivating. Miki feels more human and pleasant here, the kind of person anyone would want as a friend. Akira is an absolute DELIGHT, and him together with Ryo has a completely different presence. In the manga there wasn’t really any attraction there, but here…
Overall, the impact of this anime feels stronger than the manga version. Not necessarily better, just closer to this kind of taste.
And if someone says not to watch this anime, IGNORE IT. That advice appears everywhere, but experiencing it anyway might…
Read at the sourceJplayaboi
Devilman: Crybaby is an near perfect anime if you ask me. The animation of the anime itself is very experimental in the way that a lot of the fight scenes are animated. The animation is unique in the design of Devilman himself. The story itself tackles things like morality really well. It tackles how humans can commit the worse acts they fear something that is different to them. The characters themselves are some of the most interesting in any anime ever made. Specifically Akira Fudo whose morality is so captivating to watch that what happens at the end with him is tragic. Alongside with Ryo who has to be one of the greatest villains in any anime that I have ever seen. A potential drawback may be its graphic content but other than that it is an anime that you have to watch!
Verdict: Recom…
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This is actually one of my favorite shows, i came to it after youtube recommended a video analysis on it, i watched the first minute or so and decided to binge watch the show before continuing the video anaylysis.
Plot:
i would probably give it an 9/10. The pacing was a bit rushed, but i do love the way things kept spiraling, first slowly then accelerated, until they got so bad they collapsed. The world setting was made clear from the first episode. I do feel there is a kind of delicacy that comes with such a heavy disgusting story, and the ending isn't clear from the first watch to everyone, but brings a kind of beautiful heartache the more you come to the realization of what it all meant. Could it have been deeper? probably. But that would lead to a longer more complex show that would l…
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Devilman Crybaby is not a series that relies on shock value alone, despite how intense some of its scenes can be. What truly remains after finishing it is not the violence, but the philosophy behind the characters and the way the story slowly portrays the collapse of human nature. The narrative is tightly constructed and purposeful, with every major event having clear meaning and direction, even when the final episodes become chaotic on the surface.
One of the strongest aspects of the series is its character writing. Nearly every major character carries their own worldview and personal struggle, making their actions feel natural rather than forced. The emotional breakdowns throughout the story are gradual and painfully realistic, showing how different people react to pressure, loss, and cr…
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As a fan of the original manga, this adaptation does everything perfectly despite some of the story and mostly setting changes. Devilman Crybaby's use of grotesque and crude imagery to show how humans can be just as, if not more vile than the demons they despise is such a good way to convey the message of the story from the beginning. The original manga is a story that truly changed the way I perceive the world from the young age I read it at, and Crybaby gave me that same feeling while watching. If you are comfortable enough with the themes and imagery, I highly recommend this.
Read at the sourceDragonFire4700
I just finished watching this, and... I have no idea how this has an even remotely positive score. Spoiler Free.
The animation is wacky, with some of it being good and the rest being bad. We get still frames or non-animated characters frequently. If there's something to like, it might be the fan service, which we see a lot of.
The characters don't develop all that much, or we see wild changes which make you wonder if they even have a baseline character. Our MC doesn't develop, then kind of changes and undoes that change at the end. I thought there might have been some kind of inherent super power, but it's just the character doing as the plot commands. There's also the character's ability to fight, which just changes randomly.
When it comes to the story... I've got nothing good to say.…
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Devilman crybaby what a show indeed. this was science sarus first international success and they went all out with it. their are some horrifying anime out there like the original berserk or Elfen Lied, this one goes the extra mile. the story starts out like a typical demon fighting anime like Dandadan or Kaiju no 8 but then it gets dark fast, lots of death lots of true human nature and lots of heartbreak it was an enjoyable watch with a rich story and art and a good soundtrack. This is not a show for the faint of heart be warned your in for one hell of a ride if you start it, literally
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so in summary faux deep writing without any build or core similar to akame ga kill but worse as akame ga kill at least had some character writing
Extremly Self Indulgent & edgy in a bad way especially by the halfway mark it would have been a 6 but the last 2 episodes drop it to a 5, it seems to me that it is trying to invite deeper thought without actually doing any thinking it just comes of as preachy but without any substance , also it just becomes non sequitor followed by non sequitor as it goes on which makes me wonder wtf was happening in the writers room
i tried to see refrences and plot points which may invoke deeper thought but they all seem surface level; some scenes i thought touched on the iraq war like the twitter scene but it wasn't that , the millitary industrial complex an…
Read at the sourceSupersonic_Pain
When I first saw this in July of 2024, I thought it was really good, good enough to be in my top 10 and for me to give it a strong 8/10, an already very good and generous score from me.
Seeing it now 11 months later, somehow I UNDERRATED this show.
This is a generational anime the likes of which we might not see for decades.
I think the art style is a little goofy-looking when you first start watching it. In particular, the running scenes can look a little unnatural, but I think it really works with this anime. Seeing the body horror and gory violence and stylish animation, I think it's something to be expected from Science Saru to have weird-looking shows that end up justifying the animation style and more.
Devilman the manga started in 1972 so Crybaby was adapting a manga that was ar…
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Im quite sad that I was introduced to this franchise by this version of the media. Devilman crybaby is unnecessarily confusing with little to no explanations and it only rides on emotional scenes. The pacing was awful, I remember the only reason I finished this show was because of the plot and vibes but mid way everything just changed all of the sudden and without needing to read the manga afterwards I could have never guessed what actually went on.
Another big problem I have is with the art style and the hyper fixation on the amount of nudity and sex. The original devilman did have gore and nudity but was used for character designs and it was not pointless and in your face. The animation was creative but an art style with no shading was not right for a show full of detailed demons.
Last…
Read at the sourceRaphilim
Unfortunately, I didn't like the ending.
"Devilman Crybaby" is a series that feels almost cruel in the way it builds hope, only to mercilessly crush it. The anime starts off strong, with a unique mix of surreal horror and social commentary, but it tends to disappoint by dragging the viewer into despair as if it enjoys breaking expectations. Everyone dies, and the tragic conclusion left me frustrated—yet oddly impressed.
The story can best be described as if "Tokyo Ghoul" and "Neon Genesis Evangelion" had a baby. It explores themes of identity, fear, and human nature with a nihilistic touch. The plot may seem predictable in hindsight, but the way it delivers its message makes it impactful. The show’s unrelenting bleakness is not for everyone, but it’s memorable.
The art style by Masaaki Y…
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Devilman: Crybaby has great first episodes (1-6), horrible last few episodes (7-10).
The first six episodes are great—stylish, brutal, and full of energy. But before diving in, you should know this anime is packed with extreme violence, explicit sexual content, drug use, and heavy fanservice. If you’re uncomfortable with hypersexualization in media, this probably isn’t for you. It’s also definitely not something for younger audiences—I’d say 16+ at a minimum.
Now, onto the real problem: the story completely derails in the second half. While the early episodes balance over-the-top action with a fun narrative, the last few episodes drown in pretentious, nihilistic messaging (basically, "life is meaningless" vibes). The pacing slows to a crawl, and the plot becomes so ridiculous that I’d hon…
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