Cyberpunk: Edgerunners
Cyberpunk: Edgerunners

Cyberpunk: Edgerunners

2022TV ShowReturning Series2 SeasonsJapanese

In a dystopia riddled with corruption and cybernetic implants, a talented but reckless street kid strives to become a mercenary outlaw — an edgerunner.

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IMDb8.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes98%
Metacritic82/100
Google Users94%
Director: Hiroyuki ImaishiGenres: Anime, Action, Science Fiction, Cyberpunk

Plot Summary

In the neon-drenched, dystopian metropolis of Night City, a bright but troubled street kid named David Martinez tries to survive the cutthroat world of corporate espionage and cybernetic augmentation. After a personal tragedy, he embraces a dangerous life as an edgerunner, a high-tech mercenary, to make his mark in a city that doesn't care about tomorrow.

Critical Reception

Cyberpunk: Edgerunners was met with widespread critical acclaim, praised for its stunning animation, compelling characters, visceral action, and faithful adaptation of the Cyberpunk 2077 video game's world. It was particularly lauded for its mature themes, emotional storytelling, and its ability to stand on its own as a powerful narrative.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its breathtaking, fluid animation and stylistic visual flair.
  • Commended for its engaging and emotionally resonant storyline, despite its grim themes.
  • Celebrated for its intense, high-octane action sequences and well-choreographed combat.

Google audience: Google users overwhelmingly loved Cyberpunk: Edgerunners, frequently highlighting the spectacular animation and art style. Many found the story incredibly gripping and emotionally impactful, while others were impressed by the show's faithfulness to the Cyberpunk universe and its dark, mature tone.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Animated Series at the 2023 Crunchyroll Anime Awards.

Fun Fact

The series features numerous Easter eggs and references to the Cyberpunk 2077 video game, including familiar locations, characters, and iconic cyberware.

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BornKnight

BornKnight

Way too hyped for what it is (like the game before the updates) - cyberpunk anime based on the Cyberpunk universe created by Mike Pondsmith, the anime serves as a prequel to the game and takes place about a year before the events of Cyberpu...
Noffica

Noffica

The plot, characters and dialogue are all so hackneyed. There is also so much inconsistency or arbitrariness in how action sequences play out.
wintwint

wintwint

cyberpunk: edgerunners was sad but i think that’s what makes the cyberpunk genre what it is. not so much a cautionary tale but a truth telling about our soon to be relationship with tech and capitalism. A great highlight of what anime can ...