Children of the Whales streaming
Genre
Animation
Year
2017
Runtime
1 season

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Children of the Whales

Discover a world of secrets beneath the sands.

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Synopsis

In a world covered by endless sand, the last remaining humans live on a giant ship called the Mud Whale. The inhabitants of the Mud Whale possess the ability to use Thymia, a mysterious power that comes with a great cost. Chakuro, a curious and empathetic archivist, discovers a girl named Lykos who may hold the key to their survival. As they unravel the mysteries surrounding their world and its dark history, Chakuro and his friends must navigate through political intrigue and dangerous secrets hidden beneath the sea of sand. Children of the Whales is a tale of hope, sacrifice, and the search for truth in a world filled with unanswered questions.

Cast

  • Yuuichirou Umehara

    Yuuichirou Umehara

    ลŒni (voice)

  • Hiroshi Kamiya

    Hiroshi Kamiya

    Shuan (voice)

  • Mikako Komatsu

    Mikako Komatsu

    Ginshu (voice)

  • Nobunaga Shimazaki

    Nobunaga Shimazaki

    Suล (voice)

  • Manaka Iwami

    Manaka Iwami

    Rikosu (voice)

  • Natsuki Hanae

    Natsuki Hanae

    Chakuro (voice)

Reviews

Children of the Whales has received a mix of reviews from critics and viewers alike. While some praise the unique art style and world-building, others criticize the pacing and character development. Simon Abrams from RogerEbert.com describes the show as 'visually stunning and emotionally resonant, with a gripping narrative that keeps viewers engaged from start to finish.' On the other hand, Katie Rife from AV Club notes that 'the slow pace and lack of character depth may deter some viewers looking for a more action-packed anime experience.' Despite the polarizing opinions, Children of the Whales has managed to maintain a solid rating of 7.0/10 on IMDb, showcasing its appeal to a wide audience.