Penguindrum
輪るピングドラム
A terminally ill girl named Himari Takakura is miraculously saved from death by a strange spirit who resides in a penguin-shaped hat. However, in exchange for extending her life, the spirit tasks Himari's brothers,…
Let's initiate the survival strategy.
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Ended
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Synopsis
A terminally ill girl named Himari Takakura is miraculously saved from death by a strange spirit who resides in a penguin-shaped hat. However, in exchange for extending her life, the spirit tasks Himari's brothers, Kanba and Shōma, to seek out an elusive item known as the Penguin Drum with assistance from a trio of strange penguins.
About
Penguindrum premiered on July 3, 2011. It falls under the Animation, Drama, Mystery, Sci-Fi & Fantasy genres. The series has aired across 1 season and 24 episodes. with each episode running approximately 24 minutes. It airs on MBS. and concluded its run on December 23, 2011.
Why viewers enjoy Penguindrum
Penguindrum targets fans of Animation anime, especially viewers who appreciate stories that blend Drama, Mystery, Sci-Fi & Fantasy elements. This combination of Animation, Drama, Mystery, Sci-Fi & Fantasy sets the show's pacing and tone, and explains why it resonates with that specific audience over more general animated programming.
Production
Penguindrum was animated by Brain's Base, and broadcast on MBS.
Critical reception
Penguindrum holds a rating of 8.0 out of 10 based on 91 user reviews on TMDB, a strong score that reflects broad satisfaction from its audience.
Themes & motifs
Recurring motifs and themes throughout Penguindrum include: symbolism, penguin, resurrection, surrealism, terrorism, apple, broken family, anime. These threads anchor the show's narrative direction and offer a reliable indicator of the kind of viewing experience it delivers.
Voice cast
Marie Miyake
Subaru Kimura
Ryohei Kimura
Miho Arakawa
Akira Ishida
Mamiko Noto
Yui Horie
Yutaka Koizumi
Megumi Iwasaki
Motoki Takagi
Production credits
- Direction
- Mitsue Yamasaki · Kunihiko Ikuhara · Shoko Nakamura
- Writing
- Takayo Ikami · Tomohiro Furukawa
Release dates
Premiered
July 3, 2011
Last aired
December 23, 2011
Seasons & episodes
Season1
July 3, 2011·24episodes
Season1
July 3, 2011·24episodes
No description available for this season.
Themes & topics
Keywords associated with this title by the community.
- symbolism
- penguin
- resurrection
- surrealism
- terrorism
- apple
- broken family
- anime
- philosophical
- psychological
Network
Frequently asked questions
When did Penguindrum premiere?
Penguindrum premiered on July 3, 2011.
How many seasons does Penguindrum have?
Penguindrum has 1 season and 24 episodes in total.
What genre is Penguindrum?
Penguindrum is classified under Animation, Drama, Mystery, Sci-Fi & Fantasy.
What networks did Penguindrum air on?
Penguindrum aired on MBS.
Is Penguindrum finished?
Yes, Penguindrum concluded its run on December 23, 2011.
How long is each episode of Penguindrum?
Each episode of Penguindrum runs for approximately 24 minutes.
Where is Penguindrum from?
Penguindrum is a Japanese anime production.
What is the TMDB rating of Penguindrum?
Penguindrum holds a rating of 8.0 out of 10 on TMDB based on community reviews.
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