Kingdom 5th Season (2024) — Story, Release Date, Rating

Synopsis:

The final chapter of a sprawling historical saga unfolds in this installment of Kingdom. Set against the backdrop of a fractured, warring Yamato kingdom, the narrative centers on Prime Minister Takasago as he navigates treacherous political landscapes and escalating military conflicts. Facing internal dissent and external threats, Takasago must employ cunning strategies and forge unlikely alliances to maintain stability. The season delves into themes of leadership, sacrifice, and the human cost of ambition amidst a backdrop of brutal warfare and shifting loyalties. Character relationships are tested as individuals grapple with difficult choices in a world teetering on the brink of collapse. Expect intricate political maneuvering, realistically depicted battle sequences, and a somber exploration of power's complexities.

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Episodes:

Episode 1: Take the Field (Aired: 01/14/2024)
Episode 2: The Stench of the Battlefield (Aired: 01/21/2024)
Episode 3: Heiyong at Night (Aired: 01/28/2024)
Episode 4: A Lieutenant's Responsibility (Aired: 02/04/2024)
Episode 5: A Determined Crossing (Aired: 02/11/2024)
... and 8 more episodes

Characters:

He Liao, Diao (Main) - Voice Actors: Kugimiya, Rie
Lei, Qiang (Main) - Voice Actors: Hikasa, Youko
Xin (Main) - Voice Actors: Morita, Masakazu
Ying, Zheng (Main) - Voice Actors: Fukuyama, Jun
Buwei, Lü (Supporting) - Voice Actors: Genda, Tesshou
Changping Jun (Supporting) - Voice Actors: Suwabe, Junichi
Changwen Jun (Supporting) - Voice Actors: Nakano, Yutaka
Chong, Yuan (Supporting) - Voice Actors: Inoue, Jun
Chu, Shui (Supporting) - Voice Actors: Hirose, Ryuuichi
Huan, Yi (Supporting) - Voice Actors: Itou, Kentarou
Ji, Hui (Supporting) - Voice Actors: Ishii, Kouji, Okiayu, Ryoutarou
Kou (Supporting) - Voice Actors: Okumura, Shou
Li, Mu (Supporting) - Voice Actors: Morikawa, Toshiyuki
Long, Chuan (Supporting) - Voice Actors: Sakuma, Motoki
Lue, Wo (Supporting) - Voice Actors: Hamazoe, Shinya
Ma Ron (Supporting) - Voice Actors: Sakuma, Motoki
Na Ki (Supporting) - Voice Actors: Konishi, Katsuyuki
Ogiko (Supporting)
Ou, Koku (Supporting) - Voice Actors: Nagamine, Haruka
Pei, Lang (Supporting) - Voice Actors: Fujiwara, Seiyuu
Qing (Supporting) - Voice Actors: Fujiwara, Seiyuu
Qu, Hai (Supporting) - Voice Actors: Okumura, Shou
Raido (Supporting) - Voice Actors: Nomura, Kenji
Rin Gyoku (Supporting) - Voice Actors: Yashiro, Taku, Bressy, Romain
She, Qing (Supporting) - Voice Actors: Hirakawa, Daisuke
Song, Zuo (Supporting) - Voice Actors: Takatsuka, Masaya
Tei, Ba (Supporting) - Voice Actors: Miyake, Kenta
Tian, You (Supporting) - Voice Actors: Sekiguchi, Yuugo
Tian, Yong (Supporting) - Voice Actors: Ishiguro, Fumitake
Tou, Ryuu (Supporting) - Voice Actors: Kawahara, Yoshihisa
Wei, Ping (Supporting) - Voice Actors: Toriumi, Kousuke
Yuan (Supporting) - Voice Actors: Akagi, Susumu
Zenou (Supporting) - Voice Actors: Hasu, Takehiro
Zuo, Ce (Supporting) - Voice Actors: Asou, Tomohisa

Staff:

Takao, Keita (Producer)
Tamura, Yousuke (Producer)
Imaizumi, Kenichi (Director, Episode Director)
Hamano, Kazuzou (Sound Director)
Hasegawa, Mai (Episode Director)
Ichii, Ippei (Episode Director)
Kawanishi, Taiji (Episode Director)
Kawatsura, Shinya (Episode Director)
Monma, Kazuya (Episode Director, Assistant Director)
Nozaki, Reiko (Episode Director)
Satou, Kiyomitsu (Episode Director)
Watanabe, Toshinori (Episode Director)
Miyashita, Junichi (Script)
Tanimura, Daishirou (Script)
Yoshinaga, Aya (Script)
Hirose, Kiyoshi (Storyboard)
DeNeel (Theme Song Performance)
Novel Core (Theme Song Performance)
Abe, Hisashi (Chief Animation Director, Character Design)
Abe, Miyuki (Color Design)
Aoki, Mariko (Animation Director)
Bae, Jae-un (Animation Director)
Chang, Bum-chul (Animation Director)
Hara, Yasuhisa (Original Creator)
Hattori, Kenji (Animation Director)
Higashi, Junichi (Art Director)
Hwang, You-seon (Animation Director)
Ishida, Chinatsu (Animation Director)
Ishikawa, Kensuke (Animation Director)
Jo, Mi-jung (Animation Director)
Kamata, Hitoshi (Animation Director)
Kim, Hyeon-ok (Animation Director)
Kitamura, Tomoyuki (Animation Director)
Lee, Seok-yun (Animation Director)
Lee, Ji-taek (Animation Director)
Lee, Jong-kook (Animation Director)
Miura, Sachi (Animation Director)
Mizobuchi, Miho (Animation Director)
Moriyama, Takeshi (Animation Director)
Murakami, Erina (Animation Director)
Nakamura, Miyuki (Animation Director)
Nishikawa, Masato (Animation Director)
Oh, Seung-hun (Animation Director)
Ohno, Tsutomu (Animation Director)
Okuda, Yasuhiro (Animation Director)
Ooshiro, Tsutomu (Key Animation)
Ootsuki, Chie (Animation Director)
Park, Myoung-hun (Animation Director)
Rin-Sin (Chief Animation Director, Character Design)
Saitou, Isao (Animation Director)
... and 9 more staff

Reviews:

User anigodz (Score: 10/10):
To the people who, wondering if they should watch it or not. This anime is probably one of the greatest anime out there, that is probably least spoken about. I have never seen anime that great, that didn't get a spotlight on it. I can easily say, this anime dominated Winter 2024 season and it's not even close to compare them to any of those TOP ranked anime's this season. I have watched hundreds of anime and can easily say Kingdom is one of my favourite anime of all time. I have seen people talking about Anime was bad adaptation of manga, but at thesame time look at how Naruto started, One Piece and all of those great anime all started poorly in terms of visuals. Fun thing, is that it's only half of season 1 that was bad in visuals, but it had amazing story. Season two has already improved visuals and as always amazing story and great character development. After season 2, visuals in season 3, 4 and 5 are on point. nTo conclude: nHighly recommend watching this anime and you won't be disappointed. Force yourself watching it through season 1 and eventually you will feel in love with this anime. It has amazing story, character development and I can guarantee it worth watching it. I don't think there is any War anime that can be comparable to Kingdom. I watch all of them and can easily say this is one of the greatest anime and most underrated anime of all time. nnThis anime is probably as real as it get's, when it comes to actual history. Use of different war tactics, diplomacy, strategies, different land marks, equipment makes it even more real and accurate, when it comes the story.
User iamprincejkc (Score: 10/10):
I suggest this anime if you're into strategic thinking, meticulous planning, and captivating characters, I highly recommend this anime. It's a compelling watch for those who appreciate the art of strategy and enjoy unraveling intricate plots. With its focus on clever tactics and the thrill of outmaneuvering opponents, this series keeps viewers engaged from start to finish. Each episode is a masterclass in cunning schemes and calculated moves, guaranteed to satisfy fans of the genre. So, if you're looking for an anime that will challenge your intellect and keep you on the edge of your seat, this is definitely one to add to your watchlist.
User PrinceCosmic (Score: 10/10):
Having watched hundreds of anime, especially Shonen anime, honestly I didn't expect any series to make me binge watch it, however Kingdom took me by surprise, this season especially made me extremely emotional, In war death always wins.....the backstory of the opponents whom Shin and Kanki's army face in this season is so good, personally it made me root for them, every character has their own intentions for fighting and it makes you wonder who is good and who is evil in the end? Apart from the story, Shin's character development across the entire series is rewarding to watch, Shin is a way more complex characterthan most Shonen protagonists. Kyou kai, Ka Ryo Ten, Bi Hei, En san....all the other supporting characters go through their own growth/development in this season which is extremely satisfying to watch to say the least.nnBattles are my favorite part of this series, even though its the one to one battles between the generals that decide most of the outcomes during wars, but wars in Kingdom feel more like a game of chess, especially Kanki's thoughts and strategies are unique, this season makes you understand why Kanki is comparable with Chin's 6 great generals.nnLong story short, I can't believe I haven't heard of Kingdom for long, I can confidently say this series as a whole is a masterpiece which will stay rent free in my head for years and I can't recommend it enough, just watch it, you will be thankful that you did!
... and 1 more reviews

News:

Sixth 'Kingdom' Anime Season Announced for Fall 2025 (04/17/2025)
Winter 2024 Simulcast List [Update 2/3] (01/02/2024)
'Kingdom 5th Season' Unveils Additional Pair of Cast, First Promo (12/28/2023)
Winter 2024 Preview (12/22/2023)
'Kingdom 5th Season' Announces Additional Cast (10/02/2023)
Fifth Season of 'Kingdom' Announced for Winter 2024 (10/01/2022)

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Related Anime/Manga:

Kingdom 4th Season (anime - Prequel)
Kingdom 6th Season (anime - Sequel)
Kingdom (manga - Adaptation)

Genres: Action, Historical, Military, Seinen
Themes: Historical, Military
Demographics: Seinen
Studios: Studio Pierrot, Studio Signpost
Producers: Avex Pictures, Jinnan Studio, NHK Enterprises, Shueisha
Rating: 8.72 / 10
Rank: #58
Popularity: #3329
Users Listed: 52,741
Users Scored: 22,615
NSFW: No
Last Updated: 03/24/2024
Aired: January 14, 2024 – March 31, 2024 (Winter)
Type: tv
Source: manga
Age Rating: R
Episodes: 13
Broadcast: Sunday at 00:00 (JST)

Kingdom 5th Season