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- Format
- TV series
- Episodes
- 13
- Episode length
- 23 min
- Total watch time
- 4 h 59 min
- Status
- Finished
- Aired
- April 29, 2012 – July 22, 2012
- Season
- Spring 2012
- Source
- Original story
- Studio
- Satelight
- Director
- Yoshimasa Hiraike
- Original creator
- Shouji Kawamori
- Music
- Slavomir Kowalewski, Hiroshi Takaki
- Age rating
- PG — Teens 13 or older
- Country
- Japan
- AniList score
- 69/100
Estimated watch time
4h 59m
⚡ 3 days at 5 eps/day
Tags & Tropes
Idol92%Primarily Female Cast85%Female Protagonist82%Ensemble Cast79%Primarily Teen Cast79%Musical Theater79%Otaku Culture79%Real Robot76%Space71%Coming of Age65%
overview details
Synopsis
The year is 0048, and in the wake of the great wars, all forms of entertainment have been banned by the dystopian and iron-gloved rule of the anti-music DES. To combat this threat to intergalactic harmony, a group of bold young women have resurrected the legendary J-Pop band AKB48 and formed an all new Band of Sisters - AKB0048! But these rocking rebels aren't simply singers! Trained in combat as well as choreography, these striking strike team members are equally at home in concert halls and in the trenches. Under the leadership of the mysterious Sensei Sensei, they're ready to lay down their lives in order to make the universe a safe place for getting your groove on! (Source: Sentai Filmworksl)
Main cast & voice actors
Should you watch AKB0048?
Probably, if you enjoy drama, music and sci-fi, especially stories with idol, primarily female cast, female protagonist.
Reception is positive but mixed: 69/100 on AniList, with 43% of 5.8K ratings at 8/10 or higher. It's the #62 highest-rated anime of 2012.
About 8.8% of viewers drop it, which is typical.
At about 4 h 59 min in total, it is a short commitment — a weekend binge.
Where to Watch Officially
A streaming link is not listed for this title yet.
Episodes
13 episodes are listed.
Creators & key staff
- Original creator
- Shouji Kawamori
- Director
- Yoshimasa Hiraike
- Series composition
- Mari Okada
- Character design
- Risa Ebata
- Music
- Slavomir Kowalewski
- Music
- Hiroshi Takaki
Where it fits in the series
- Start here. AKB0048 is the first entry in its story.
- Watch next: AKB0048: next stage (2013)
Related entries
Opening & ending themes
Openings (1)
- OP1“Kibou ni Tsuite” · eps 1-12
Endings (3)
- ED1“Yume wa Nandomo Umarekawaru” · eps 2-8, 10-11
- ED2“Sasae” · eps 9
- ED3“Niji no Ressha” · eps 13
Theme data from AnimeThemes.moe.
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AKB0048 FAQ
How many episodes does AKB0048 have?
AKB0048 has 13 episodes of about 23 minutes each, roughly 4 h 59 min in total.
How long does it take to watch AKB0048?
About 4 h 59 min back to back. At two episodes a day it takes 7 days; at one hour a day, about 5 days.
Is AKB0048 finished?
Yes. AKB0048 has finished airing — the final episode aired July 22, 2012.
Is there a season 2 of AKB0048?
Yes — the story continues in AKB0048: next stage (2013).
Where do I start AKB0048?
Start here: AKB0048 is the first entry, followed by AKB0048: next stage.
Is AKB0048 based on a manga?
No. AKB0048 is an original anime story, not adapted from a manga or novel.
Who animated AKB0048?
AKB0048 was animated by Satelight and directed by Yoshimasa Hiraike.
Who sings the opening of AKB0048?
The opening, "Kibou ni Tsuite", is performed by an uncredited artist.