The unsettling horror series Another has officially landed on both Hulu and Crunchyroll, offering the complete 12-episode run with both English dub and subtitle options. This 2012 adaptation, produced by P.A. Works, plunges viewers into the mystery of Class 3-3 at Yomiyama North Junior High, where a series of increasingly bizarre and fatal accidents plague the students.
Adapted from Yukito Ayatsuji's novel, Another centers on transfer student Kōichi Sakakibara, who finds himself drawn to the enigmatic Mei Misaki, a girl seemingly ignored by their classmates. As Kōichi delves deeper, he uncovers a dark secret and a deadly curse that dictates the gruesome fates of those in the doomed class. The series is notorious for its inventive and shocking death sequences, earning it a dedicated following among horror fans.
With a MyAnimeList score of 7.46 from over a million voters, Another stands as a notable entry in the supernatural horror genre. The narrative skillfully builds suspense, weaving a complex mystery around the origins of the curse and the identity of the "extra student." Its atmospheric dread and graphic content make it a compelling, albeit disturbing, watch.
The series concluded its original broadcast in 2012, and its availability on major streaming platforms now makes it an accessible binge for those seeking a suspenseful and gore-filled mystery. While the anime concludes its main story arc, the franchise also includes prequel and side story manga, offering further exploration of its unsettling world.
