The Apothecary Diaries (2023)
Kernel Score: 90% · 522 ratings
Genres: Animation, Drama, Mystery
First aired: 2023-10-22
Seasons: 1 · 48 episodes
Where to watch The Apothecary Diaries
- Stream: Netflix, Hulu, Crunchyroll
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
Maomao lived a peaceful life with her apothecary father. Until one day, she's sold as a lowly servant to the emperor's palace. But she wasn't meant for a compliant life among royalty. So when imperial heirs fall ill, she decides to step in and find a cure! This catches the eye of Jinshi, a handsome palace official who promotes her. Now, she's making a name for herself solving medical mysteries!
The Apothecary Diaries parents' guide: ages 11+
Parents need to know that The Apothecary Diaries is a TV-14 anime mystery set in an imperial court involving medical mysteries and palace politics.
- Violence & scariness: A little — Some tension around illness and palace intrigue but limited direct violence based on available signals.
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
- Aoi Yuuki as Maomao (voice)
- Takeo Otsuka as Jinshi (voice)
- Katsuyuki Konishi as Gaoshun (voice)
The Apothecary Diaries FAQ
Is The Apothecary Diaries good?
The Apothecary Diaries has a 90% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 522 audience ratings.
Where can I watch The Apothecary Diaries?
In the US you can stream The Apothecary Diaries on Netflix, Hulu and Crunchyroll and buy it from Prime Video, Apple TV and Google Play.
Is The Apothecary Diaries OK for kids?
The Apothecary Diaries is rated TV-14. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 11+. Parents need to know that The Apothecary Diaries is a TV-14 anime mystery set in an imperial court involving medical mysteries and palace politics.
What shows are like The Apothecary Diaries?
If you liked The Apothecary Diaries, try Snow White with the Red Hair, Magical Girl Site, Death Note and The Maid I Hired Recently Is Mysterious.