Death Note: Season 1

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Nippon TV | Nippon Television Network Corporation | Season Premiere Date: October 3, 2006

Starring: Alessandro Juliani, Brad Swaile, Colleen Wheeler

Summary: "The human whose name is written in this note[book] shall die."

These are the first words read in the Death Note by Light Yagami, a straight-A student who develops a god complex when he finds a notebook, dropped by shinigami Ryuk, that has the power to kill anyone whose name is written down in it. However, matters get out of hand when"The human whose name is written in this note[book] shall die."

These are the first words read in the Death Note by Light Yagami, a straight-A student who develops a god complex when he finds a notebook, dropped by shinigami Ryuk, that has the power to kill anyone whose name is written down in it. However, matters get out of hand when the Japanese Police Force tries to solve the case of the mysterious upsurge in criminal deaths alongside master detective L.

It's a battle of wits in this anime based on the popular manga by Tsugumi Ohba and illustrated by Takeshi Obata.

Opening Themes:
- "the WORLD" by Nightmare (episodes 1-19)
- "What's up, People?!" by Maximum the Hormone (マキシマムザホルモン) (episodes 20-37)

Ending Themes:
- "Alumina" (アルミナ, Arumina) by Nightmare (episodes 1-19)
- "Despair Billy" (絶望ビリー, Zetsubō Birī) by Maximum the Hormone (マキシマムザホルモン) (episodes 20-36)

Airings Outside of Japan:
US Airing: Cartoon Network (Adult Swim)
- Sundays @ 12:00 AM (10/21/07-12/23/07; episodes 1-10)
- Saturdays @ 11:30 PM (1/5/08-2/2/08; episodes 11-15)
- Sundays @ 12:30 AM (2/10/08-3/30/08; episodes 16-23)
- Sundays @ 1:00 AM (4/6/08-4/27/08; episodes 24-27)
- Sundays @ 12:30 AM (5/4/08-7/6/08; episodes 28-end)

Canada Airing: YTV (Bionix)
- Fridays @ 10:00 PM (10/26/07-7/4/08; episodes 1-end)… Expand

Genre(s): Animation, Drama, Action & Adventure, Fantasy, Suspense

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Season 1 Episodes

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S1:E37. New World
Air Date: June 26, 2007
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S1:E30. Justice
Air Date: May 8, 2007
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S1:E25. Silence
Air Date: April 3, 2007

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MeCritic

Mar 30, 2013

This is my favorite show. It's perfect. Well, almost perfect. It starts off nice, and continues smoothly. There are lots of plot twists and suspense along the way. It could have ended better, though. I won't spoil it for you, but it doesn't end too well. Also, watch the subbed version.This is my favorite show. It's perfect. Well, almost perfect. It starts off nice, and continues smoothly. There are lots of plot twists and suspense along the way. It could have ended better, though. I won't spoil it for you, but it doesn't end too well. Also, watch the subbed version. Dubbed is crap. Or at least in English.… Expand

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DME

Jun 23, 2012

Death Note is a smart psychological battle from beginning to end.

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Mahdi78

Sep 15, 2015

Its just the best mysterious anime ever. It really helps oneself to think about what path they would choose if they were in Light's shoes ,and how would they manage to make the world a better place to live

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Shrabster

Nov 14, 2011

Story: Death Note follows the story of Light Yagami, a seemingly normal high school student who has a bright future ahead of him. Of course that's to simple and boring so a being known as a Shinigami drops a magical book called the Death note. Well, it just so happens that Light Yagami findsStory: Death Note follows the story of Light Yagami, a seemingly normal high school student who has a bright future ahead of him. Of course that's to simple and boring so a being known as a Shinigami drops a magical book called the Death note. Well, it just so happens that Light Yagami finds the Death Note and decides to test its' supposed power of killing anyone who name's written down while imagining their face. As it turns out the book is the real deal, and soon after finding this out, Light Yagami runs to his house to contemplate on what to do with his new found toy. He decides that he'll be the god of a new world that he'll create by killing anyone he deems unworthy of it and starts by killing off all the listed criminals in prison. It's not long after that the worlds' smartest detective, who mysteriously goes by "L", is on the case and searching for Light Yagami, or as he's known to the public, Kira. Death Note has amazing structure. The show is some what mystery orientated, even though you know what everyone else in show is trying to figure out, you're still kept on the edge of your seat trying to figure out how Kira will get out of each situation. Death Note also brings up some thought provoking notions about the right to judge people, no matter who they are or what they've done, and they do so very well. Characters: One of the aspects that truly brings the show to life are the characters. They're incredibly realistic for a show about super natural beings and things of that sort. You got the main character Light Yagami who makes the startling transformation from innocent high school student to mass murder throughout the course of the series, which is in my opinion one of, if not the most intriguing points of the series. Then there is L, the second most important character of the show. Who knew the worlds' greatest detective would be depressed looking diabetic? He's probably the most charismatic personality of the series and for sure my favorite. Last but not least is the side cast. They range from eccentric apple loving Shinigami, to dedicated police officers, to obsessive gothic chicks and some crazy dude named Mikami. All of which are well done and actually seem like believable characters. Animation: The animation is gorgeous. I wasn't too hot on the actual character design in the beginning, but it grew on me. Music: The openings are so so, but that one dramatic music that plays whenever someone comes to a realization of something is really cool. Voice Acting: The voice acting is superb in Death Note, never is there a dull moment. Fan Service: Surprisingly little for a newer anime. Misa is the only thing I can recall when it comes to fan service. Overall: Death Note is one of the best animes I've seen in recent memory. The series has a lot to offer and is deeper then most if not all animes to come out within recent years. With a compelling story and equally compelling cast, Death Note should be on your must watch list. Points of Interest: Mikami has an inhuman amount of blood in his body and I never knew someone could eat a potato chip so damn intensely. The scene where Light kills the FBI agents' girlfriend is the coldest thing I've ever seen.… Expand

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ImUnavailable

Jul 21, 2011

An incredibly original and addictive show that is so radically different from the majority of other anime that it can't be missed. The plot is richly layered and the tension between the two leads is excellently maintained throughout. It is uncompromisingly intelligent, trusting in theAn incredibly original and addictive show that is so radically different from the majority of other anime that it can't be missed. The plot is richly layered and the tension between the two leads is excellently maintained throughout. It is uncompromisingly intelligent, trusting in the viewer's ability to follow events. The logic surrounding the death note is well thought out and is effectively weaved into the plot. Light makes a great anti-hero, a character we can't help but like even though we shouldn't. The character of L is a solitary genius, brilliantly written and totally unique. Death Note always knows where it's going and this creates an intricate yet condense show that is unlike anything else.… Expand

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Rox22

Sep 12, 2013

Absolutely fantastic series. Great animation. Brilliant and clever writing. Astounding and deep characters. I adore this series.

I know it's been said countless times before, but the show is only hampered by the last third after a certain event (if you've seen the show, you know what I'mAbsolutely fantastic series. Great animation. Brilliant and clever writing. Astounding and deep characters. I adore this series.

I know it's been said countless times before, but the show is only hampered by the last third after a certain event (if you've seen the show, you know what I'm talking about.) The last third isn't bad, it's just a bit underwhelming when compared the beginning of the show.

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Even with a dilute last act, it's still a fantastic show.… Expand

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slidsolid

Jun 24, 2014

Don't even bother, yea the first season is amazing! but all it does is build for the biggest fail, they kill L and the show dies 'near' is a very poor copy of L and 'mello' is the worst character i have ever seen tries to act like a bad ass eating chocolate, turns from and edgy dark wellDon't even bother, yea the first season is amazing! but all it does is build for the biggest fail, they kill L and the show dies 'near' is a very poor copy of L and 'mello' is the worst character i have ever seen tries to act like a bad ass eating chocolate, turns from and edgy dark well written roller coaster of a plot to 'what the hell have they just done!' i will soldier on to see what happens..............well this just turned into a childrens show. thanks for wasting my time death note… Expand

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Seasons & Episodes

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Series Overview
Season 2

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- Season 2 Overview
  Air Date: February 27, 2007
Season 1

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- Season 1 Overview
  Air Date: October 3, 2006
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  S1:E37. New World
  Air Date: June 26, 2007
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  S1:E30. Justice
  Air Date: May 8, 2007
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  S1:E25. Silence
  Air Date: April 3, 2007
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  S1:E19. Matsuda
  Air Date: February 20, 2007
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  S1:E18. Ally
  Air Date: February 13, 2007
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  S1:E17. Execution
  Air Date: February 6, 2007
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  S1:E16. Decision
  Air Date: January 30, 2007
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  S1:E15. Wager
  Air Date: January 23, 2007
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  S1:E14. Friend
  Air Date: January 16, 2007
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  S1:E13. Confession
  Air Date: January 9, 2007
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  S1:E12. Love
  Air Date: December 26, 2006
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  S1:E11. Assault
  Air Date: December 12, 2006
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  S1:E10. Doubt
  Air Date: December 5, 2006
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  S1:E9. Encounter
  Air Date: November 28, 2006
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  S1:E8. Glare
  Air Date: November 21, 2006
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  S1:E7. Overcast
  Air Date: November 14, 2006
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  S1:E6. Unraveling
  Air Date: November 7, 2006
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  S1:E5. Tactics
  Air Date: October 31, 2006
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  S1:E4. Pursuit
  Air Date: October 24, 2006
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  S1:E3. Dealings
  Air Date: October 17, 2006
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  S1:E2. Confrontation
  Air Date: October 10, 2006
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  S1:E1. Rebirth
  Air Date: October 3, 2006