B: The Beginning
Genius investigator Keith Flick rejoins the royal police force just as serial killer "B" emerges. Mysterious youth Koku may be an ally, or a target.
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Synopsis
Genius investigator Keith Flick rejoins the royal police force just as serial killer "B" emerges. Mysterious youth Koku may be an ally, or a target.
About
B: The Beginning premiered on March 2, 2018. It falls under the Action & Adventure, Animation, Drama, Crime, Mystery, Sci-Fi & Fantasy genres. The series has aired across 2 seasons and 18 episodes. with each episode running approximately 26 minutes. It airs on Netflix. and concluded its run on March 18, 2021.
Why viewers enjoy B: The Beginning
B: The Beginning targets fans of Action & Adventure anime, especially viewers who appreciate stories that blend Animation, Drama, Crime, Mystery, Sci-Fi & Fantasy elements. This combination of Action & Adventure, Animation, Drama, Crime, 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
B: The Beginning was animated by Production I.G, Netflix, and broadcast on Netflix.
Critical reception
B: The Beginning holds a rating of 7.6 out of 10 based on 183 user reviews on TMDB, a strong score that reflects broad satisfaction from its audience.
Themes & motifs
Recurring motifs and themes throughout B: The Beginning include: detective, anti hero, secret organization, immortality, police, supernatural, revenge, brainwashing. These threads anchor the show's narrative direction and offer a reliable indicator of the kind of viewing experience it delivers.
Voice cast
Asami Seto
Hiroaki Hirata
Yuki Kaji
Minoru Inaba
Toshiyuki Toyonaga
Hiroki Touchi
Toshiyuki Morikawa
Mitsuki Saiga
Gotou Atsushi
Kazuya Nakai
Production credits
- Direction
- Kazuto Nakazawa · Yoshinobu Yamakawa · Takahiro Kawakoshi
- Writing
- Katsunari Ishida
Release dates
Premiered
March 2, 2018
Last aired
March 18, 2021
Seasons & episodes
Season1
March 2, 2018·12episodes
Season1
March 2, 2018·12episodes
In a world powered by advanced technology, crime and action sweep through the archipelagic nation of cremona. Chief among the major players is “Killer B” — a serial killer who has thrown the city into chaos. The stories of Koku, the protagonist, Keith, a legendary investigator of the Royal Investigation Service, and a mysterious criminal organization intertwine on the path to reach their objectives.
Season2
Season 2 Succession
March 18, 2021·6episodes
Season2
Season 2 Succession
March 18, 2021·6episodes
When Keith is abducted and a friend from Koku’s past resurfaces, Killer B returns and everyone is pulled into a conspiracy involving the crown.
Themes & topics
Keywords associated with this title by the community.
- detective
- anti hero
- secret organization
- immortality
- police
- supernatural
- revenge
- brainwashing
- massacre
- dark fantasy
- alternative present
- anime
- psychological
- suspense
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Frequently asked questions
When did B: The Beginning premiere?
B: The Beginning premiered on March 2, 2018.
How many seasons does B: The Beginning have?
B: The Beginning has 2 seasons and 18 episodes in total.
What genre is B: The Beginning?
B: The Beginning is classified under Action & Adventure, Animation, Drama, Crime, Mystery, Sci-Fi & Fantasy.
What networks did B: The Beginning air on?
B: The Beginning aired on Netflix.
Is B: The Beginning finished?
Yes, B: The Beginning concluded its run on March 18, 2021.
How long is each episode of B: The Beginning?
Each episode of B: The Beginning runs for approximately 26 minutes.
Where is B: The Beginning from?
B: The Beginning is a Japanese anime production.
What is the TMDB rating of B: The Beginning?
B: The Beginning holds a rating of 7.6 out of 10 on TMDB based on community reviews.
