Akudama Drive
Many years ago, a Great Civil War ravaged Japan, leaving the country fragmented between two regions: Kansai and Kanto. In Kansai, a group of six Akudama carry out missions given to them by a mysterious black cat, while evading the police. But a dangerous journey is about to unfold when a civilian girl becomes twisted into the Akudama's way of life and witnesses their criminal drives.
Episodes
In a dystopian future Japan, a devastating conflict has split the nation into two main regions: Kansai and Kantō. Kansai is under heavy governmental control yet is rife with criminal activity. The most notorious criminals are known as “Akudama”—high‑profile illegal operatives who carry out dangerous missions. A clandestine figure known only as the “Black Cat” summons a group of elite Akudama to break into a high‑security execution facility in Kansai and rescue the legendary criminal “Cutthroat” just before his public execution. Meanwhile, an ordinary young woman—later known as the “Swindler”—gets inadvertently pulled into their mission after attempting to do a good deed (returning a 500‑yen coin) only to find herself arrested and labeled as a criminal.
1SE7EN
24 minOct 8, 2020
As criminals known as Akudama terrorize Kansai, an ordinary citizen gets dragged into danger when her good intentions steer her wrong.
2RESERVOIR DOGS
24 minOct 15, 2020
The Akudama learn from the plan’s mastermind just how risky and troublesome it will be. As if things weren’t bad enough, trouble comes looking for them first.
3MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE
24 minOct 22, 2020
When the infiltration doesn’t go as expected and they’re running out of time, the group will have to improvise to pull off the ultimate heist.
4SPEED
24 minOct 29, 2020
The Shinkansen speeds ahead, hurtling the crew towards certain death. As they race against time to reach the vault, Executioners show up to derail their plans.
5DEAD MAN WALKING
24 minNov 5, 2020
As the Executioners deal with the aftermath of their failure, the Akudama take a break to recuperate and finally find out their destination.
6BROTHER
24 minNov 12, 2020
When one Executioner arrives for a showdown, Brawler couldn't be happier. As the bloodbath rages on, Pupil struggles to understand why she was left behind.
7THE CITY OF LOST CHILDREN
24 minNov 19, 2020
After a long journey, the team finally reaches their destination. Before the children say their goodbyes, Brother shares his side of the story.
8BLACK RAIN
24 minNov 26, 2020
The Akudama struggle to survive as the hunt for their heads intensifies. While Doctor and Hoodlum run amok, Swindler takes on the role of big sister.
9THE SHINING
24 minDec 3, 2020
Courier joins up with Swindler as they attempt to track Brother down. Meanwhile, Cutthroat is seeing red and is thirstier than ever for blood.
10BABEL
24 minDec 10, 2020
Drastic measures are taken to subdue the civilian uprising. Knowing it's their last chance to save Brother, Courier and crew race towards a showdown at Kansai Station.
11WAR GAMES
24 minDec 17, 2020
Sometimes, the truth is harder to believe than fiction. Unbeknownst to them, Swindler and Courier are at risk of being trapped in Kanto forever.
12AKUDAMA DRIVE
24 minDec 24, 2020
Swindler and Courier have been driven into a corner but are not about to give up. Swindler is prepared to play the part if it will help the children escape.
Where to watch Akudama Drive
Stream
Included with a subscription
Buy
Pay once, keep it in your library
Availability from JustWatch, via TMDB. Full listing for United States
Series cast
