Japan Synopsis
In a world powered by advanced technology, crime and action unfold in the archipelagic nation of Cremona. Genius investigator Keith Flick rejoins the royal police force just as serial killer “B” emerges. Mysterious youth Koku may be an ally, or a target.
The 2017–2019 Japan Window
569 Japan seriess released in this three-year window, ranked here by audience rating. B: The Beginning sits at position #135.
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★ 9.1 · 2017
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★ 9.0 · 2018
#3Godzilla vs. Evangelion: The Real 4-D
★ 8.9 · 2019
#4Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba
★ 8.7 · 2019
#5DARLING in the FRANXX
★ 8.6 · 2018
#6Dr. STONE
★ 8.6 · 2019
#7The Rising of the Shield Hero
★ 8.6 · 2019
#8Rascal Does Not Dream of Bunny Girl Senpai
★ 8.6 · 2018
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Also On Netflix
Other series that aired on Netflix.
The 2010s Japan Landscape
Catalog density by release year in the 2010s. Highlighted year (yellow) is when B: The Beginning premiered. 1769 total titles in this decade from Japan.
Broadcast Timeline
Reception Benchmarks
Ranked #793 of 4,579 Japan seriess indexed here (83rd percentile by TMDB audience score).
Rating is +0.9 points above the Japan average of 6.9/10.
Among Japan Animation productions specifically: #656 of 2,532 (top 26%).
Production Details
| Primary Country | Japan |
|---|---|
| Original Language | Japanese |
| Production Companies | Production I.G |
| Series Type | Scripted |
| Seasons / Episodes | 2 / 18 |
| Release Date | March 2, 2018 |
| Official Site | www.b-animation.jp |
External Catalogs
Questions Answered
When did B: The Beginning end?
B: The Beginning finished its run with its final episode airing on March 18, 2021.
Where did B: The Beginning air?
B: The Beginning aired on Netflix, which has broadcast 8+ other Asian series indexed in this catalog.