Nisemonogatari (2012)

Animation · Comedy · Drama

Koyomi Araragi, a high school student, finds himself constantly encountering girls afflicted by supernatural "oddities." He dedicates himself to helping them, often with the aid of the eccentric specialist Meme Oshino. Each arc talks about a different girl's unique struggle and the mysterious cause of their affliction. The series explores themes of adolescence, personal growth, and the complexities of human relationships. It's known for its witty dialogue, stylistic animation, and unique narrative structure.

IMDb rating: 7.6 (3,874 votes)
Episode average: 7.7 ↑ +0.1 vs IMDb
Seasons: 1
Streaming (US): Crunchyroll
Language: JA
Type: Mini-series

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Cast

Seasons

Season 1 (2012)

7.74 avg 11 episodes 7.3 → 8.7 30 min avg

Big finale

Season 1 episodes - IMDb ratings
#	Title	Rating	Votes
1	Karen Bee, Part 1	7.3	360
2	Karen Bee, Part 2	7.1	344
3	Karen Bee, Part 3	7.8	337
4	Karen Bee, Part 4	7.7	337
5	Karen Bee, Part 5	7.6	322
6	Karen Bee, Part 6	8.1	341
7	Karen Bee, Part 7	8.3	354
8	Tsukihi Phoenix, Part 1	7.4	399
9	Tsukihi Phoenix, Part 2	7.2	315
10	Tsukihi Phoenix, Part 3	7.9	329
11	Tsukihi Phoenix, Part 4	8.7	387