ERASED (2016)

Synopsis

Satoru Fujinuma is a struggling manga artist who has the ability to turn back time and prevent deaths. When his mother is killed he turns back time to solve the mystery, but ends up back in elementary school, just before the disappearance of his classmate Kayo.

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Where to watch

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Streaming availability via JustWatch

Cast

• Shinnosuke Mitsushima as 29-year-old Satoru Fujinuma (voice)
• Tao Tsuchiya as 10-year-old Satoru Fujinuma (voice)
• Minami Takayama as Sachiko Fujinuma (voice)
• Mitsuru Miyamoto as Gaku Yashiro (voice)
• Aoi Yuuki as Kayo Hinazuki (voice)
• Ayaka Nanase as Osamu (voice)
• Yukitoshi Kikuchi as Kazu (voice)
• Akari Kito as Hiromi Sugati (voice)
• You Taichi as Kenya Kobayashi (voice)
• Hina Kino as Misato Yanagihara (voice)

If you liked ERASED, try

• Re:ZERO -Starting Life in Another World-
• Monster
• Summer Time Rendering
• Hacks
• Higurashi: When They Cry
• Mushi-Shi
• Tokyo Revengers
• Parasyte -the maxim-

BingeNext's take

If you’re into gripping mysteries with a touch of supernatural, ERASED is a great pick. It follows Satoru Fujinuma, a manga artist who can rewind time to stop deaths. When his mother is killed, he’s sent back to his elementary school days to uncover the truth behind a classmate’s disappearance. The show blends drama and suspense with a heartfelt look at childhood and second chances. With just one season of short, 25-minute episodes, it’s easy to binge without feeling overwhelmed. The animation style is engaging, and the story keeps you guessing while also delivering emotional moments. If you liked shows like Monster or Summer Time Rendering, you’ll probably find ERASED just as compelling. It’s perfect for anyone who enjoys a thoughtful mystery that’s both intense and touching, making you reflect on how the past shapes who we become.