Fist of the North Star (1984)
Kernel Score: 88% · 122 ratings
Genres: Action & Adventure, Animation, Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Drama
First aired: 1984-10-11
Seasons: 6 · 152 episodes
Where to watch Fist of the North Star
- Stream: Crunchyroll
- Buy: Prime Video
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
In the year 199X, human civilization has been all but destroyed by a nuclear holocaust.
Fist of the North Star parents' guide: ages 15+
Parents need to know that this post-apocalyptic martial arts anime is intense and violent, set after nuclear devastation.
- Violence & scariness: Intense — Martial arts fighting in a violent, macabre post-apocalyptic wasteland is central and intense per keywords and 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
- Akira Kamiya as Kenshiro (voice)
- Takeshi Aono as Rihaku
- Koji Totani as Jagi
- Kaneto Shiozawa as Rei
- Yusaku Yara as Dagarl
- Banjo Ginga as Souther
- Takaya Hashi as Toki
- Yuriko Yamamoto as Yuria
- Toshio Furukawa as Shin
- Daisuke Gori as Uighur
Fist of the North Star FAQ
Is Fist of the North Star good?
Fist of the North Star has an 88% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 122 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Fist of the North Star?
In the US you can stream Fist of the North Star on Crunchyroll and buy it from Prime Video.
Is Fist of the North Star OK for kids?
Fist of the North Star is rated TV-MA. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 15+. Parents need to know that this post-apocalyptic martial arts anime is intense and violent, set after nuclear devastation.
What shows are like Fist of the North Star?
If you liked Fist of the North Star, try High School of the Dead, Claymore, Gachiakuta and Tengoku Daimakyo.