Jirou Mochizuki
main character
TV
6.6
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Anime DetailsFINISHED
- Format
- TV series
- Episodes
- 12
- Episode length
- 25 min
- Total watch time
- 5 hours
- Status
- Finished
- Aired
- September 8, 2006 – November 24, 2006
- Season
- Fall 2006
- Source
- Light novel
- Studio
- Group TAC
- Original creator
- Kouhei Azano
- Music
- Toshihiko Sahashi
- Age rating
- R — Violence, Profanity
- Country
- Japan
- AniList score
- 66/100
Estimated watch time
5h
⚡ 3 days at 5 eps/day
Tags & Tropes
Vampire96%Swordplay79%Travel79%War79%Historical50%Female Protagonist20%
TVFINISHED2006 FALL6.6 / 10 AniList score
Black Blood Brothers
BLACK BLOOD BROTHERS• BLACK BLOOD BROTHERS
Synopsis
A decade has passed since the war between humans and vampires, when the infectious bite of the Kowloon Bloodline set the streets ablaze. Today, Jiro travels to the Special Zone, where the peace between vampires and humans is threatening to crack. As a new battle erupts between human soldiers, vampiric refugees, and Kowloon Children, Jiro must draw the Silver Blade once more. (Source: Funimation)
Main cast & voice actors
Should you watch Black Blood Brothers?
Probably, if you enjoy action, comedy and fantasy, especially stories with vampire, swordplay, travel.
Reception is positive but mixed: 66/100 on AniList, with 29% of 5.2K ratings at 8/10 or higher. It's the #69 highest-rated anime of 2006.
About 5.1% of viewers drop it, which is typical.
At about 5 hours in total, it is a short commitment — a weekend binge.
Where to Watch Officially
Availability, audio and subtitles vary by region and service.
Episodes
12 episodes are listed.
Creators & key staff
- Original creator
- Kouhei Azano
- Series composition
- Yuu Sugitani
- Music
- Toshihiko Sahashi
Related entries
Opening & ending themes
Openings (1)
Endings (1)
- ED1“Shinkirou”
Theme data from AnimeThemes.moe.
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Black Blood Brothers FAQ
How many episodes does Black Blood Brothers have?
Black Blood Brothers has 12 episodes of about 25 minutes each, roughly 5 hours in total.
How long does it take to watch Black Blood Brothers?
About 5 hours back to back. At two episodes a day it takes 6 days; at one hour a day, about 5 days.
Is Black Blood Brothers finished?
Yes. Black Blood Brothers has finished airing — the final episode aired November 24, 2006.
Is there a season 2 of Black Blood Brothers?
No sequel is listed for Black Blood Brothers as of October 2026. You can continue the story in the original light novel.
Is Black Blood Brothers based on a light novel?
Yes. Black Blood Brothers adapts the light novel by Kouhei Azano.
Who animated Black Blood Brothers?
Black Blood Brothers was animated by Group TAC and Studio Live.
Who sings the opening of Black Blood Brothers?
The opening, "Ashita no Kioku", is performed by an uncredited artist.
Where can I watch Black Blood Brothers?
Black Blood Brothers is listed on Crunchyroll. Availability varies by region — check the streaming links on this page.