Bleach

Based on Tite Kubo's battle shonen manga, Bleach centers around Ichigo, a high school student who is dragged into the world of Soul Reapers. The original anime ended in 2012, but it was revived in 2022.

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Release Date
2004 - 2012-00-00
Network
TV Tokyo, TV Osaka, TV Aichi, TVh, TVQ, TSC, BS TV Tokyo
Showrunner
Tite Kubo
Directors
Mitsutaka Noshitani, Junya Koshida, Hodaka Kuramoto, Yasuto Nishikata, Hiroaki Nishimura, Kazunori Mizuno, Akira Shimizu, Rokou Ogiwara, Kazunobu Shimizu, Akane Inoue, Hikaru Murata, Tomoko Hiramuki, Kazuo Nogami, Taiji Kawanishi, Shigeki Hatakeyama, Eiko Nishi, Takushi Kimura, Koji Aritomi, Ogura Shirakawa, Kiyomu Fukuda, Yukio Okazaki, Mitsue Yamazaki, Yasuhiro Matsumura, Eitarou Ano
Writers
Masahiro Okubo, Masashi Sogo, Kenta Shimoyama, Genki Yoshimura, Kazuyuki Fudeyasu, Rika Nakase, Michiko Yokote, Natsuko Takahashi, Kento Shimoyama
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    Masakazu Morita
    Ichigo Kurosaki (voice)
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    Fumiko Orikasa
    Rukia Kuchiki

WHERE TO WATCH

Streaming

Seasons
2
Studio
Pierrot
Based On
Manga
Creator
Tite Kubo
Number of Episodes
366
The Soul King Palace Hidden by Ichimonji – BLEACH Thousand-Year Blood War Part 2 Episode 11
BLEACH: Thousand-Year Blood War — Zanpakuto Ichimonji, Explained

The Zero Squad gets serious as Hyosube unleashes his Zanpakuto. How does Ichimonji work?

Senjumaru Shutara Full Power – BLEACH Thousand-Year Blood War Part 2 Episode 13
BLEACH: Thousand-Year Blood War — Who is Senjumaru Shutara?

The Great Weave Guard had some time in the spotlight in the final episodes of BLEACH: Thousand-Year Blood War. Just who is she?

Yachiru And Ichigo
Bleach: 7 Times Tite Kubo Foreshadowed The Future Of The Series

Tite Kubo placed some very subtle hints of how the story of Bleach would pan out, some of which were dropped when the series first started.

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Bleach Royal Guard Oetsu Nimaiya
BLEACH: Thousand-Year Blood War — Who Is Oh-Etsu Nimaiya?

Oh-Etsu Nimaiya, is a member of the Royal Guard who protect the Soul King himself. His eccentricity hides his incredible combat ability. Who is he?

Noel BURN THE WITCH
BURN THE WITCH: Who is Noel Niihashi?

A breakdown of the character Noel Niihashi from Tite Kubo's BURN THE WITCH.

Bleach Best Dressed Quincy Sternritter Thousand Year Blood War Arc
Bleach: Best Dressed Members Of The Quincy Clan, Ranked

True to their rebellious natures, the Sternritter can't help but glam-up their Quincy uniforms, adding some fresh, unique flair to the Bleach lineup.

Askin Nakk Le Vaar at Reiokyu  – BLEACH Thousand-Year Blood War Part 2 Episode 11
BLEACH: Thousand-Year Blood War — Askin Nakk Le Vaar's Schrift, Explained

Having accompanied Yhwach to the Reiokyu, Sternritter D, Askin Nakk Le Vaar must be powerful. Here's an explanation of the abilities granted to him.

Captain Commander Shunsui Kyoraku Addressing Central 46 In Bleach The Thousand-Year Blood War
Bleach: How Strong Is Shunsui Kyoraku?

Yamamoto's successor as Captain-Commander of the Gotei 13 is one of the most powerful characters in the series and a clever tactician to boot.

Kaname Tosen's Strength and Power
Bleach: How Strong Is Kaname Tosen?

With his stern resolve and a fanaticism for justice, Kaname Tosen is a man of unrivaled strength, a fact apparent from his countless feats in battle.

Noel and Rukia BURN THE WITCH BLEACH
BURN THE WITCH — The Striking Connection Between Noel and Rukia

With various aesthetic similarities, there may actually be a parallel between Rukia Kuchiki and Noel Niihashi – but what is it?

Gin Ichimaru's Strength
Bleach: How Strong is Gin Ichimaru?

Known for his genius intellect, raw talent, and sheer strength, Gin Ichimaru has left a legacy of that only few can surpass.

Wing Bind Soul Society West Branch – BURN THE WITCH
BURN THE WITCH: Wing Bind, Explained

Here's a breakdown of the central organization in Tite Kubo's BLEACH spin-off, BURN THE WITCH.

Yoruichi Shihoin in Bleach
Bleach: How Strong Is Yoruichi Shihoin?

Known as the "Flash Goddess" for her speed and mastery of Shunpo, Yoruichi is an expert stealth operative, having previously lead the Onmitsukido.

Sternritter W Nianzol Weizol – BLEACH Thousand Year Blood War Part 2 Episode 11
BLEACH: Thousand-Year Blood War — Nianzol Weizol's Schrift, Explained

Sternritter W has an interesting ability. Just who or what is Nianzol Weizol?

How Strong Is Shinji Hirako Bleach - Featured
Bleach: How Strong Is Shinji Hirako?

Possessing immense strength and a cunning intellect, Shinji Hirako rose to become the natural leader of the Visored.

Bleach: Orihime Inhoue's Strongest Spirits Shun Shun Rikka
Bleach: Orihime's Shun Shun Rikka, Explained

Despite being a mere human, Orihime possesses the power to fight alongside Soul Reapers — a feat only possible due to her Shun Shun Rikka.

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Burn The Witch Is Back (Kinda)

It's been ages since Bleach fans learned anything new about Burn The Witch, but a new anime project could mean even more to come.

PePe Waccabrada Heilig Bogen – BLEACH Thousand-Year Blood War Part 2 Episode 10
BLEACH: Thousand-Year Blood War Part 2 — PePe Waccabrada's Schrift, Explained

A breakdown of the abilities of Sternritter L — PePe Waccabrada.

Shinigami Quincy War Bleach - Featured
Bleach: Why Are The Shinigami And Quincy At War?

The war between the Shinigami and Quincy is the focus of the series' final story arc. But what are the origins of this conflict?

Ikkaku Madarame Strength
Bleach: How Strong Is Ikkaku Madarame?

With his unique Zanpakuto and an otherworldly Bankai, Ikkaku Madarame is truly a force to be reckoned with, far exceeding the rank of lieutenant.