Kakegurui

Kakegurui (2018-2019)

EndedScripted showDrama, Mystery

Children from influential families in politics and businesses attend the Hyakkaou Private Academy. There, the hierarchy of the students is classified by a series of games. Students that win the games are on the ruling side and the students who lose become slaves. One day, a mysterious girl, Jabami Yumeko is transferred to Hyakkaou Private Academy. She looks pure and pretty, but she is actually a compulsive gambler and seeks out thethrill of taking calculated risks.

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Scheduleevery Sunday at 00:50 (30 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S02E05Episode 5avr. 28, 2019
S02E04Episode 4avr. 21, 2019
S02E03Episode 3avr. 14, 2019
S02E02Episode 2avr. 7, 2019
S02E01Episode 1mars 31, 2019
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did the TV show 'Kakegurui' premiere?

'Kakegurui' premiered on July 1, 2018.

Who created the TV show 'Kakegurui'?

The TV show 'Kakegurui' was created by Homura Kawamoto and Toru Naomura.

What genre does the TV show 'Kakegurui' belong to?

The TV show 'Kakegurui' belongs to the genres of drama, mystery, and psychological thriller.

Where is the TV show 'Kakegurui' set?

The TV show 'Kakegurui' is set in Hyakkaou Private Academy, a prestigious school for the elite.

Who is the main protagonist of the TV show 'Kakegurui'?

The main protagonist of the TV show 'Kakegurui' is Yumeko Jabami, a transfer student who becomes entangled in the school's high-stakes gambling system.

What is the premise of the TV show 'Kakegurui'?

The TV show 'Kakegurui' follows Yumeko Jabami as she navigates the ruthless world of gambling at Hyakkaou Private Academy, where students bet their social status and fortunes.

Who is the president of the student council in 'Kakegurui'?

The president of the student council in 'Kakegurui' is Kirari Momobami.

What is the role of the student council in 'Kakegurui'?

The student council in 'Kakegurui' governs the gambling activities at Hyakkaou Private Academy and holds significant power and influence over the students.

What is the significance of the 'Debt' system in 'Kakegurui'?

The 'Debt' system in 'Kakegurui' is used to control and manipulate students. Those who accumulate significant debts become subservient to the ones they owe, resulting in power imbalances and intense gambling matches.

Who is Yumeko Jabami's first major opponent in 'Kakegurui'?

Yumeko Jabami's first major opponent in 'Kakegurui' is Mary Saotome, a skilled gambler and former member of the student council.

What is the 'Hyakkaou Private Academy' known for in 'Kakegurui'?

'Hyakkaou Private Academy' in 'Kakegurui' is known for its unique system of gambling, where students' fortunes and social status are at stake.

Who is Yumeko Jabami's loyal friend in 'Kakegurui'?

Yumeko Jabami's loyal friend in 'Kakegurui' is Ryota Suzui, a fellow student who becomes her ally in navigating the dangerous world of gambling at Hyakkaou Private Academy.

What are 'compulsory gambles' in 'Kakegurui'?

'Compulsory gambles' in 'Kakegurui' are gambling matches that students are forced to participate in by the student council. These matches often have high stakes and dire consequences for the participants.

What is the role of the 'Momobami Clan' in 'Kakegurui'?

The 'Momobami Clan' in 'Kakegurui' is a powerful family that controls the student council and seeks to maintain their dominance over the school's gambling hierarchy.

What is the significance of 'bets' in 'Kakegurui'?

'Bets' in 'Kakegurui' are the core element of the show, where characters wager their fortunes, social status, and even their lives in intense gambling matches.

How does 'Kakegurui' explore the themes of power and manipulation?

'Kakegurui' explores the themes of power and manipulation by showcasing the ways in which characters use gambling to gain control over others, revealing the dark underbelly of the school's hierarchy and the lengths people will go to maintain their dominance.

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Also known as

  • Compulsive Gambler
  • 賭ケグルイ (Japan)
  • Безумный азарт (Russian Federation)

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