Claymore (2007)
Kernel Score: 88% · 357 ratings
Genres: Action & Adventure, Animation, Drama, Sci-Fi & Fantasy
First aired: 2007-04-03
Seasons: 1 · 26 episodes
Where to watch Claymore
- Buy: Apple TV
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
When a shapeshifting demon with a thirst for human flesh, known as "youma," arrives in Raki's village, a lone woman with silver eyes walks into town with only a sword upon her back. She is a "Claymore," a being manufactured as half-human and half-youma, for the express purpose of exterminating these monsters. After Raki's family is killed, the Claymore saves his life, but he is subsequently banished from his home. With nowhere else to go, Raki finds the Claymore, known as Clare, and decides to follow her on her journeys. As the pair travel from town to town, defeating youma along the way, more about Clare's organization and her fellow warriors comes to light. With every town cleansed and every demon destroyed, they come closer to the youma on which Clare has sought vengeance ever since she chose to become a Claymore.
Claymore parents' guide: ages 14+
Parents need to know that Claymore is a TV-MA dark fantasy anime featuring demon-slaying, monster violence, and a family's killing.
- Violence & scariness: Strong — The series involves flesh-eating demons, a family's massacre, and constant demon-slaying battles, consistent with the TV-MA rating.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official TV-MA rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Cast
- Houko Kuwashima as Clare (voice)
- Motoki Takagi as Raki (voice)
Claymore FAQ
Is Claymore good?
Claymore has an 88% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 357 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Claymore?
In the US you can buy it from Apple TV.
Is Claymore OK for kids?
Claymore is rated TV-MA. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 14+. Parents need to know that Claymore is a TV-MA dark fantasy anime featuring demon-slaying, monster violence, and a family's killing.
What shows are like Claymore?
If you liked Claymore, try Seraph of the End, Ushio and Tora, Made in Abyss and JoJo's Bizarre Adventure.