Banana Fish

Banana Fish (2018)

EndedAnimation showDrama, Action, Adventure, Anime

Nature made Ash Lynx beautiful; nurture made him a cold ruthless killer. A runaway brought up as the adopted heir and sex toy of "Papa" Dino Golzine, Ash, now at the rebellious age of seventeen, forsakes the kingdom held out by the devil who raised him. But the hideous secret that drove Ash's older brother mad in Vietnam has suddenly fallen into Papa's insatiably ambitious hands--and it's exactly the wrong time for Eiji Okamura, a pure-hearted young photographer from Japan, to make Ash Lynx's acquaintance...

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Scheduleevery Thursday at 00:55 (25 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E24The Catcher in the RyeDec 20, 2018
S01E23For Whom the Bell TollsDec 13, 2018
S01E22As I Lay DyingDec 6, 2018
S01E21The UndefeatedNov 29, 2018
S01E20The UnvanquishedNov 22, 2018
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did the TV show 'Banana Fish' premiere?

'Banana Fish' premiered on July 5, 2018.

Who is the main character of 'Banana Fish'?

The main character of 'Banana Fish' is Ash Lynx.

What is the genre of 'Banana Fish'?

'Banana Fish' falls under the genres of action, drama, and crime.

Where is the setting of 'Banana Fish'?

The setting of 'Banana Fish' is primarily in New York City, United States.

Which studio produced 'Banana Fish'?

'Banana Fish' was produced by Studio MAPPA.

Who is the author of the manga on which 'Banana Fish' is based?

The manga 'Banana Fish' was written by Akimi Yoshida.

What is the central plot of 'Banana Fish'?

'Banana Fish' follows the story of a young gang leader named Ash Lynx, who gets involved in a conspiracy involving a mysterious drug known as "Banana Fish."

Who is the director of 'Banana Fish'?

'Banana Fish' was directed by Hiroko Utsumi.

How many episodes does 'Banana Fish' have?

'Banana Fish' consists of 24 episodes.

Are there any supernatural elements in 'Banana Fish'?

No, 'Banana Fish' does not feature any supernatural elements.

Does 'Banana Fish' have any romance elements?

Yes, 'Banana Fish' includes romantic elements in the relationship between Ash Lynx and Eiji Okumura.

Is 'Banana Fish' suitable for a younger audience?

'Banana Fish' is targeted towards a mature audience due to its violent and gritty themes.

Did 'Banana Fish' receive any awards?

Yes, 'Banana Fish' won the Best Drama Award at the 2019 Crunchyroll Anime Awards.

Are there any notable voice actors in 'Banana Fish'?

Yes, some notable voice actors in 'Banana Fish' include Yuuma Uchida as Ash Lynx and Kenji Nojima as Eiji Okumura.

How does 'Banana Fish' explore themes of trauma and redemption?

'Banana Fish' delves into the themes of trauma and redemption through the experiences of its characters, particularly Ash Lynx, who seeks to escape his troubled past.

Also known as

  • バナナフィッシュ (Japan)

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