Anime DetailsFINISHED
- Format
- film
- Runtime
- 70 min
- Status
- Finished
- Aired
- July 8, 2005
- Season
- Summer 2005
- Source
- Original story
- Director
- Kihachirou Kawamoto
- Age rating
- PG — Teens 13 or older
- Country
- Japan
- AniList score
- 55/100
Tags & Tropes
The Book of the Dead
Synopsis
When a young noblewoman, Iratsume, falls into a trance after copying Buddhist sutras and walks to a remote temple that women are forbidden to enter, she stirs up the ghost of the executed Prince Otsu. Otsu's ghost then mistakes Iratsume for one of her ancestors, a young woman who came to watch his execution. The beautiful face of this young woman was the last thing the Prince saw before he died, and his ghost cannot rest while her face haunts his sleep.
Should you watch The Book of the Dead?
The Book of the Dead has been poorly received, with an average AniList score of 55/100 — 18% of 211 ratings are 8/10 or higher.
It ranks #30 highest-rated film of 2005, and #33 most popular film of 2005 on AniList.
Of the 326 AniList users who started it, 4.9% dropped it, so it is rarely abandoned; 290 have finished it.
As a 70-minute film, it fits in a single evening.
Best for viewers who enjoy Drama, Supernatural — especially religion, historical, puppetry, stop motion.
Where to Watch Officially
A streaming link is not listed for this title yet.
Creators & key staff
- Director
- Kihachirou Kawamoto
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The Book of the Dead FAQ
How long is The Book of the Dead?
The Book of the Dead runs 70 minutes (1 h 10 min).
Is The Book of the Dead finished?
Yes. The Book of the Dead has finished airing — the final episode aired July 8, 2005.
Is The Book of the Dead based on a manga?
No. The Book of the Dead is an original anime story, not adapted from a manga or novel.