The Promised Neverland (2019)
Kernel Score: 89% · 1,237 ratings
Genres: Animation, Drama, Mystery, Sci-Fi & Fantasy
First aired: 2019-01-11
Seasons: 2 · 23 episodes
Where to watch The Promised Neverland
- Stream: Crunchyroll, WeTV
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV
US availability, updated 2026-10-22.
Overview
Emma, Norman and Ray are the brightest kids at the Grace Field House orphanage. And under the care of the woman they refer to as “Mom,” all the kids have enjoyed a comfortable life. Good food, clean clothes and the perfect environment to learn—what more could an orphan ask for? One day, though, Emma and Norman uncover the dark truth of the outside world they are forbidden from seeing.
The Promised Neverland parents' guide: ages 15+
Parents need to know that The Promised Neverland is a TV-MA dark fantasy anime featuring child abuse, murder, and survival horror themes.
- Violence & scariness: Strong — Depicts child abuse, murder, and tragedy within a dystopian orphanage setting, rated TV-MA.
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
- Sumire Morohoshi as Emma (voice)
- Mariya Ise as Ray (voice)
- Shinei Ueki as Don (voice)
- Erisa Kuon as Jemima (voice)
- Lynn as Gilda (voice)
- Shizuka Ishigami as Nat (voice)
- Ai Kayano as Anna (voice)
- Mari Hino as Thomas (voice)
- Yuko Mori as Lannion (voice)
- Nao Shiraki as Yvette (voice)
The Promised Neverland FAQ
Is The Promised Neverland good?
The Promised Neverland has an 89% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 1,237 audience ratings.
Where can I watch The Promised Neverland?
In the US you can stream The Promised Neverland on Crunchyroll and WeTV and buy it from Prime Video and Apple TV.
Is The Promised Neverland OK for kids?
The Promised Neverland is rated TV-MA. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 15+. Parents need to know that The Promised Neverland is a TV-MA dark fantasy anime featuring child abuse, murder, and survival horror themes.
What shows are like The Promised Neverland?
If you liked The Promised Neverland, try Monster, Elfen Lied, Hell Girl and Junji Ito Collection.