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Anime DetailsFINISHED
- Format
- TV series
- Episodes
- 13
- Episode length
- 24 min
- Total watch time
- 5 h 12 min
- Status
- Finished
- Aired
- July 12, 2015 – March 26, 2016
- Season
- Summer 2015
- Source
- Video game
- Studio
- ufotable
- Director
- Takayuki Hirao
- Original creator
- Bandai-Namco Entertainment
- Music
- Gou Shiina
- Age rating
- R — 17+ (violence & profanity)
- Country
- Japan
- AniList score
- 69/100
Estimated watch time
5h 12m
⚡ 3 days at 5 eps/day
Tags & Tropes
Post-Apocalyptic100%Kaiju82%CGI75%Super Power73%Female Protagonist73%Dystopian72%Male Protagonist69%Military60%Body Horror57%Full CGI51%
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Synopsis
The Far East, 2071. The domain of the mad gods. In the early 2050s, unknown life forms called “Oracle cells” begin their uncontrolled consumption of all life on Earth. Their ravenous appetite and remarkable adaptability earn them first dread, then awe, and finally the name “aragami”. In the face of an enemy completely immune to conventional weapons, urban civilization collapses, and each day humanity is driven further and further toward extinction. One single ray of hope remains for humanity. Following the development of “God Arcs”—living weapons which incorporate Oracle cells—their wielders are organized into an elite force. In a world ravaged by mad gods, these “God Eaters” fight a desperate war... (Source: Daisuki)
Should you watch God Eater?
God Eater has been met with mixed reactions, with an average AniList score of 69/100 — 40% of 45,559 ratings are 8/10 or higher.
It ranks #72 highest-rated anime of 2015, and #41 most popular anime of 2015, and #23 highest-rated anime of Summer 2015 on AniList.
Of the 84.4K AniList users who started it, 9.6% dropped it, so it is dropped at a typical rate; 67.7K have finished it.
At about 5 h 12 min in total, it is a short commitment — a weekend binge.
Best for viewers who enjoy Action, Sci-Fi — especially post-apocalyptic, kaiju, cgi, super power.
Where to Watch Officially
Availability, audio and subtitles vary by region and service.
Episodes
13 episodes are listed.
Trailer
Watch on YouTubeMain cast & voice actors
Creators & key staff
- Original creator
- Bandai-Namco Entertainment
- Director
- Takayuki Hirao
- Music
- Gou Shiina
Where it fits in the series
- Watch first: GOD EATER Prologue (2009)
- Optional extras: GOD EATER Reso Nantoka Gekijou
Related entries
Opening & ending themes
Openings (1)
- OP1“Feed A” by OLDCODEX · eps 1-8, 11-12
Endings (1)
- ED1“Kouhai Chi” · eps 2-4, 6-7, 10-13
Theme data from AnimeThemes.moe.
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God Eater FAQ
How many episodes does God Eater have?
God Eater has 13 episodes of about 24 minutes each, roughly 5 h 12 min in total.
How long does it take to watch God Eater?
About 5 h 12 min back to back. At two episodes a day it takes 7 days; at one hour a day, about 6 days.
Is God Eater finished?
Yes. God Eater has finished airing — the final episode aired March 26, 2016.
Is there a season 2 of God Eater?
No sequel is listed for God Eater as of October 2026.
What should I watch before God Eater?
Watch GOD EATER Prologue first — God Eater is a direct sequel.
Is God Eater based on a video game?
Yes. God Eater adapts the video game by Bandai-Namco Entertainment.
Who animated God Eater?
God Eater was animated by ufotable and directed by Takayuki Hirao.
Who sings the opening of God Eater?
The opening, "Feed A", is performed by OLDCODEX.
Where can I watch God Eater?
God Eater is listed on Netflix. Availability varies by region — check the streaming links on this page.