Brian Nightraider
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Anime DetailsFINISHED
- Format
- TV series
- Episodes
- 12
- Episode length
- 23 min
- Total watch time
- 4 h 36 min
- Status
- Finished
- Aired
- April 12, 2023 – June 28, 2023
- Season
- Spring 2023
- Source
- Original story
- Studio
- Studio 3Hz
- Director
- Masayuki Sakoi
- Music
- Yuusuke Ceo
- Age rating
- PG — Teens 13 or Older
- Country
- Japan
- AniList score
- 50/100
Estimated watch time
4h 36m
⚡ 3 days at 5 eps/day
Tags & Tropes
Male Protagonist80%Parody79%Terrorism79%Conspiracy79%Crime79%Detective79%Foreign79%Guns79%Primarily Adult Cast79%Aliens76%
overview details
Synopsis
After being fired from his detective job, Brian receives a strange letter. He heads to the address written on the envelope and finds himself among THE MARGINAL SERVICE! This motley crew of fearless men and a woman (and a squirrel) are tasked with hunting down aliens. And Brian just became their newest member. (Source: Crunchyroll, edited)
Should you watch THE MARGINAL SERVICE?
THE MARGINAL SERVICE has been poorly received, with an average AniList score of 50/100 — 12% of 2,120 ratings are 8/10 or higher.
Of the 5.5K AniList users who started it, 37.9% dropped it, so it is frequently dropped; 2.1K have finished it.
At about 4 h 36 min in total, it is a short commitment — a weekend binge.
Best for viewers who enjoy Action, Sci-Fi — especially male protagonist, parody, terrorism, conspiracy.
Where to Watch Officially
Availability, audio and subtitles vary by region and service.
Episodes
12 episodes are listed.
Trailer
Watch on YouTubeMain cast & voice actors
Creators & key staff
- Director
- Masayuki Sakoi
- Series composition
- Kenta Ihara
- Character design
- Yoshio Kozakai
- Music
- Yuusuke Ceo
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THE MARGINAL SERVICE FAQ
How many episodes does THE MARGINAL SERVICE have?
THE MARGINAL SERVICE has 12 episodes of about 23 minutes each, roughly 4 h 36 min in total.
How long does it take to watch THE MARGINAL SERVICE?
About 4 h 36 min back to back. At two episodes a day it takes 6 days; at one hour a day, about 5 days.
Is THE MARGINAL SERVICE finished?
Yes. THE MARGINAL SERVICE has finished airing — the final episode aired June 28, 2023.
Is there a season 2 of THE MARGINAL SERVICE?
No sequel is listed for THE MARGINAL SERVICE as of October 2026.
Is THE MARGINAL SERVICE based on a manga?
No. THE MARGINAL SERVICE is an original anime story, not adapted from a manga or novel.
Who animated THE MARGINAL SERVICE?
THE MARGINAL SERVICE was animated by Studio 3Hz and directed by Masayuki Sakoi.
Where can I watch THE MARGINAL SERVICE?
THE MARGINAL SERVICE is listed on Crunchyroll. Availability varies by region — check the streaming links on this page.