ID: INVADED
ID: INVADED

ID: INVADED

2020TV ShowEndedJapanese

Sakaido is a genius detective who can track down any criminal. But when his daughter is murdered, revenge lands him on the other side of the law. Now in prison, he helps the police solve mysteries using a system that invades a person’s identity. Little by little, a trail of blood forms, and it all leads back to his daughter’s murderer.

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IMDb8.2/10
Google Users96%
Director: Eiichiro HasumiGenres: Sci-Fi, Mystery, Thriller, Anime

Plot Summary

In a bizarre near future, a detective named Sakaido enters the "id", a mysterious virtual world created from the subconscious of serial killers. His mission is to uncover the identity of a serial killer responsible for the murder of his daughter. As he delves deeper into the fragmented and surreal minds of criminals, Sakaido confronts his own traumatic past and the nature of justice.

Critical Reception

ID: INVADED was highly acclaimed by critics and audiences alike for its intricate plot, complex characters, and mind-bending narrative. The series was praised for its mature themes, unique visual style, and suspenseful storytelling, which kept viewers engaged throughout its run.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its compelling mystery and intricate plot construction.
  • Commended for its unique concept of diving into the subconscious of serial killers.
  • Lauded for its striking animation and atmospheric direction.

Google audience: Viewers loved the show's intelligent writing, deep philosophical themes, and the fascinating psychological exploration of its characters. Many appreciated the suspenseful narrative and the satisfying, albeit dark, conclusion.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Anime at the Crunchyroll Anime Awards (2021).

Fun Fact

The "id" technology in the series is inspired by the psychoanalytic concept of the id, ego, and superego, representing the primal desires and repressed thoughts within the human psyche.

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ZeBlah

ZeBlah

A bit too strong for me (killings, implicit suffering, drilling heads (not explicit), ...). Graphics sometimes ok, but in general stylized. Animation & audio not special. I dropped it after the first ~3 episodes - not my genre.