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Theatre of Darkness: Yamishibai

7.3201317 seasonsTV-MATV SeriesAnimation

Yamishibai is a picture-story style of animation whose motif is surrounded and based off the rumors, and urban legends throughout the history of Japan.

DirectorAkira Funeda
ProducersNorio Yamakawa·Takuya Iwasaki

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Availability shown for United States · rights vary by country

Seasons & Episodes

Next episode
S17 E12 · Episode 12
Airs Monday, October 5, 2026
E1
Insect Battle
Jul 13, 2026
E2
Willow Wicker Trunk
Jul 20, 2026
E3
Collapse
Jul 27, 2026
E4
Pumpkin Field
Aug 3, 2026
E5
Can I Decide?
Aug 10, 2026
E6
Decisive Factor
Aug 17, 2026
E7
Episode 7
Aug 24, 2026
E8
Episode 8
Aug 31, 2026
E9
Episode 9
Sep 7, 2026
E10
Episode 10
Sep 14, 2026
E11
Episode 11
Sep 28, 2026
E12
Episode 12
Oct 5, 2026
E13
Episode 13
Oct 12, 2026

Cast · Directed by Akira Funeda

KTKanji Tsuda
Kanji Tsuda
Storyteller (voice)
土土屋咲登子
土屋咲登子
The Lady in the Ending Theme

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Theatre of Darkness: Yamishibai — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Theatre of Darkness: Yamishibai?

Theatre of Darkness: Yamishibai is streaming on Crunchyroll and HiDive in United States. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Theatre of Darkness: Yamishibai on Netflix?

No, Theatre of Darkness: Yamishibai is not on Netflix in United States as of October 2026. It's currently on Crunchyroll and HiDive.

Is Theatre of Darkness: Yamishibai on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Theatre of Darkness: Yamishibai isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United States right now. It's on Crunchyroll and HiDive instead.

Where can I watch Theatre of Darkness: Yamishibai for free?

Theatre of Darkness: Yamishibai is available on Crunchyroll and HiDive in United States, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.

How many seasons does Theatre of Darkness: Yamishibai have?

Theatre of Darkness: Yamishibai has 17 seasons so far. Season 17 is currently airing.

When is the next episode of Theatre of Darkness: Yamishibai?

The next episode of Theatre of Darkness: Yamishibai — "Episode 12" (Season 17, Episode 12) — airs on Monday, October 5, 2026.

Are all episodes of Theatre of Darkness: Yamishibai out yet?

Not yet — Season 17 of Theatre of Darkness: Yamishibai is still airing. The next episode (E12) releases on Monday, October 5, 2026.

Are all episodes of Season 17 of Theatre of Darkness: Yamishibai out yet?

Not yet — 11 of 13 episodes of Season 17 have been released so far. New episodes air weekly; episode 12 arrives Monday, October 5, 2026, and the season finale is set for Monday, October 12, 2026. If you're waiting to binge, the full season won't be complete until then.

Is there a Season 18 of Theatre of Darkness: Yamishibai?

A Season 18 of Theatre of Darkness: Yamishibai hasn't been officially confirmed yet.