Blue Exorcist (2011)
Kernel Score: 84% · 511 ratings
Genres: Animation, Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Mystery, Action & Adventure
First aired: 2011-04-17
Seasons: 5 · 73 episodes
Where to watch Blue Exorcist
- Stream: Crunchyroll, Adult Swim
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
Humans live in the world of Assiah, demons in Gehenna. The two dimensions are not meant to interfere with each other, but demons still possess creatures in Assiah in spite of this. The humans who can fight these demons are known as exorcists. Rin Okumura is a boy who bears the curse of being Satan's illegitimate son. His foster father sacrificed himself to save him from demons. To avenge his foster father's death as well as to prove himself, Rin decides to follow the path of an exorcist and defeat his own father, Satan. To hone his raw skills, Rin enters True Cross Academy to train with other exorcist candidates.
Blue Exorcist parents' guide: ages 11+
Parents need to know that Blue Exorcist involves demon battles, religious themes, and a tragic family backstory.
- Violence & scariness: Moderate — Sword and exorcism battles against demons are frequent, including intense supernatural combat.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official TV-14 rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Cast
- Hiroshi Kamiya as Mephisto Pheles (voice)
Blue Exorcist FAQ
Is Blue Exorcist good?
Blue Exorcist has an 84% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 511 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Blue Exorcist?
In the US you can stream Blue Exorcist on Crunchyroll and Adult Swim and buy it from Prime Video and Apple TV.
Is Blue Exorcist OK for kids?
Blue Exorcist is rated TV-14. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 11+. Parents need to know that Blue Exorcist involves demon battles, religious themes, and a tragic family backstory.
What shows are like Blue Exorcist?
If you liked Blue Exorcist, try Noragami, Blood+, The Rising of the Shield Hero and Twin Star Exorcists.