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Death Note (2006 - 2007)

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Light Yagami is an ace student with great prospects—and he’s bored out of his mind. But all that changes when he finds the Death Note, a notebook dropped by a rogue Shinigami death god. Any human whose name is written in the notebook dies, and Light has vowed to use the power of the Death Note to rid the world of evil. But will Light succeed in his noble goal, or will the Death Note turn him into the very thing he fights against?

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Death Note is a critically acclaimed anime and manga series that follows the story of Light Yagami, a highly intelligent high school student who stumbles upon a mysterious notebook known as the Death Note. This supernatural notebook grants its user the ability to kill anyone whose name they write in it, provided they know the person's face. Believing he can rid the world of criminals and create a utopia, Light adopts the alias 'Kira' and begins a deadly crusade against crime. As his actions attract the attention of law enforcement and a brilliant detective known only as L, a high-stakes game of cat and mouse ensues. The series delves into complex themes of morality, justice, and the consequences of absolute power, exploring the psychological and ethical dilemmas faced by its characters. Renowned for its gripping narrative, well-developed characters, and philosophical depth, Death Note has become a landmark in the anime genre and continues to captivate audiences worldwide.

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Season 1
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Death Note Casts

Mamoru Miyano Mamoru Miyano as Light Yagami (voice)
Shido Nakamura Shido Nakamura as Ryuk (voice)
Aya Hirano Aya Hirano as Misa Amane (voice)
Kappei Yamaguchi Kappei Yamaguchi as L (voice)
Kimiko Saito Kimiko Saito as Rem (voice)
Naoya Uchida Naoya Uchida as Soichiro Yagami (voice)

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