Bungou Stray Dogs: Dead Apple
Summary: A large-scale catastrophe is occurring across the planet. Ability users are discovered after the appearance of a mysterious fog, apparently having committed suicide, so the Armed Detective Agency sets out to investigate these mysterious deaths. The case seems to involve an unknown ability user referred to as "Collector," a man who could be the mastermind behind the incident.
Trust and courage are put to the test in order to save the city of Yokohama and ability users across the world from the grip of Collector where the Armed Detective Agency forms an unlikely partnership with the dangerous Port Mafia.
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A large-scale catastrophe is occurring across the planet. Ability users are discovered after the appearance of a mysterious fog, apparently having committed suicide, so the Armed Detective Agency sets out to investigate these mysterious deaths. The case seems to involve an unknown ability user referred to as "Collector," a man who could be the mastermind behind the incident.
Trust and courage are put to the test in order to save the city of Yokohama and ability users across the world from the grip of Collector where the Armed Detective Agency forms an unlikely partnership with the dangerous Port Mafia.
[Written by MAL Rewrite]
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Bungou Stray Dogs: Dead Apple Review
Bungou Stray Dogs: Dead Apple — A large-scale catastrophe is occurring across the planet. This overview is intentionally spoiler-free and focuses on tone and intent rather than plot specifics.
Thematically, It sits firmly within Action, Mystery conventions as a Movie work and has garnered attention (MAL score: 7.91). This work explores character dynamics, tonal shifts, and the interplay between narrative ambition and execution. The story's pacing and tonal choices are crafted to complement the central ideas, often emphasizing atmosphere and emotional truth over explicit exposition. The show's ability to evoke a consistent mood — whether melancholic, exuberant, or contemplative — is a recurring strength, and the scenes are constructed so viewers can infer stakes without needing explicit spoilers.
Characterization is a core pillar here. Protagonists and supporting figures are written with distinct motivations and narrative roles; even when archetypal, the series invests in small behavioral details that make choices feel earned. Character arcs are handled with an eye for gradualism: development often arrives through incremental beats rather than abrupt, expository shifts. The interactions between characters create texture, and relationships are used to illuminate both personal flaws and larger thematic concerns.
On the visual front, production values play a significant role. The animation quality varies by sequence but frequently showcases thoughtful direction and composition. Background art, framing, and color palettes are used deliberately to support tone — quieter scenes favor muted palettes while action or heightened emotional beats employ brighter, more kinetic visuals. Direction choices, such as camera movement and shot selection, often elevate scenes beyond their raw script, creating moments that linger in the viewer's mind.
The soundscape — score, incidental music, and sound design — complements the visual language. Music cues are placed to maximize emotional resonance without manipulating the audience with melodrama; this restraint often leads to more authentic emotional payoff. Sound design punctuates key moments, and when the series leans on silence, those quieter moments are given weight by measured audio choices.
Pacing and structure are handled with craft. Episodes are arranged to build tension and release methodically, and the narrative rarely rushes through important emotional beats. That said, the deliberate pacing may feel slow to viewers who prefer faster plot turnover; the reward is greater nuance and an accumulation of meaning across the series. Accessibility is generally good — one can appreciate surface-level pleasures, while repeat or attentive viewing reveals additional layers.
No title is without flaws. Occasional unevenness in subplots or variable animation across episodes can be distracting. Some tonal shifts might feel abrupt if you expect uniformity; others will argue that those shifts are purposeful. These are worth noting, but they seldom undercut the larger achievements of the work.
In sum, Bungou Stray Dogs: Dead Apple offers a rich experience for viewers who value character-driven storytelling, considered visual design, and a soundtrack that supports rather than overwhelms. For fans of Action, Mystery, this is an especially rewarding watch. It's recommended for those who appreciate layered narratives and artistry in animation, and best approached with patience and attention to nuance.
Characters & Voice Actors
Akutagawa, Ryuunosuke
Main
Ono, Kensho
Japanese
Akutagawa, Ryuunosuke
Main
Araújo, Márcio
Portuguese (BR)
Akutagawa, Ryuunosuke
Main
Beacock, Brian
English
Dazai, Osamu
Main
Miyano, Mamoru
Japanese
Dazai, Osamu
Main
Lima, Diego
Portuguese (BR)
Dazai, Osamu
Main
Tang, Kaiji
English
Dazai, Osamu
Main
Kinzel, Timo
German
Nakajima, Atsushi
Main
Uemura, Yuuto
Japanese
Nakajima, Atsushi
Main
Marques, Diego
Portuguese (BR)
Nakajima, Atsushi
Main
Fitzner, Sebastian
German
Nakajima, Atsushi
Main
Mittelman, Max
English
Christie, Agatha
Supporting
Sakamoto, Maaya
Japanese
Christie, Agatha
Supporting
Lindbeck, Erica
English
Dostoevsky, Fyodor
Supporting
Ishida, Akira
Japanese
Dostoevsky, Fyodor
Supporting
Sauer, André
Portuguese (BR)
Dostoevsky, Fyodor
Supporting
Chase, Ray
English
Edogawa, Ranpo
Supporting
Kamiya, Hiroshi
Japanese
Edogawa, Ranpo
Supporting
Ferreira, Raphael
Portuguese (BR)
Edogawa, Ranpo
Supporting
McDonald, Landon
English
Edogawa, Ranpo
Supporting
Schwarz-Msesilamba, Asad
German
Staff
Bezerra, Wendel
Producer, Casting Director
Simone, Jamie
Producer
Suzuki, Mari
Producer
Tamura, Junichirou
Producer
Igarashi, Takuya
Director
Wakabayashi, Kazuhiro
Sound Director
Satou, Ikurou
Episode Director
Enokido, Youji
Script
GRANRODEO
Theme Song Performance
Iizuka, Masaaki
Theme Song Composition, Theme Song Arrangement
Luck Life
Theme Song Performance
PON
Theme Song Lyrics, Theme Song Composition
Taniyama, Kishou
Theme Song Lyrics
Abe, Ayumi
Key Animation
Abe, Akari
2nd Key Animation
Amisaki, Ryouko
2nd Key Animation, Key Animation
Arai, Nobuhiro
Character Design, 2nd Key Animation, Chief Animation Director
Asagiri, Kafka
Original Creator
Gotou, Yukari
Color Design
Haneda, Chiori
In-Between Animation