Series synopsis
Samurai Deeper Kyo, also known as サムライ ディーパー キョウ is a Japanese action & adventure animation drama television series that premiered on TV Tokyo on July 2, 2002. It ended on December 23, 2002. It stars Katsuyuki Konishi, Yui Horie, Megumi Ogata and Takehito Koyasu.
Demon Eyes Kyo, a feared samurai seeking to regain his body after his soul is sealed inside the body of his rival, Mibu Kyoshiro. Kyo is joined in his search by the bounty-hunter Shiina Yuya, the heir to the Tokugawa shogunate Benitora; and Sanada Yukimura, a known rival of the Tokugawa.
Premise
Demon Eyes Kyo, a feared samurai seeking to regain his body after his soul is sealed inside the body of his rival, Mibu Kyoshiro. Kyo is joined in his search by the bounty-hunter Shiina Yuya, the heir to the Tokugawa shogunate Benitora; and Sanada Yukimura, a known rival of the Tokugawa.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
Episodes
This series spans 1 season with 26 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 26 | July 2, 2002 | December 23, 2002 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
The Way to Armageddon The first episode shows Kyo and Kyoshiro battling each other while Yukimura Sanada, Sasuke Sarutobi, and Saizo Kirigakure arrive at the battle ground where Kyo and Kyoshiro continuing fighting. |
July 2, 2002 |
| 2 |
Wanted (Dead or Alive) Man Jimon, the Kenyou recalls his past encounter with Demon Eyes Kyo at the Battle of Sekigahara. He was defeated easily, and terrified by Kyo's red eyes. Left for dead, Jimon was later obliterated by the falling star. Now as a Kenyou, he wants to crush Kyo and exact his revenge. |
July 9, 2002 |
| 3 |
Red Mirage It turns out that the samurai village is being terrorized by a gang of hired assassins. One of them challenges Kyoshiro, thinking he is Demon Eyes Kyo. |
July 16, 2002 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | TV Tokyo |
|---|---|
| First aired | July 2, 2002 |
| Last aired | December 23, 2002 |
| Runtime | 25 minutes |
| Status | Ended |
| Schedule | at 01:55:00 |