
The Elusive Samurai
逃げ上手の若君
In 1333, a Kamakura shogunate collapse sparks a rebellion, and a rightful heir must escape with a Shinto priest. Their fight for survival is just beginning.
In the year 1333, the Kamakura shogunate government comes crumbling down. A trusted vassal, Ashikaga Takauji, betrays the shogunate and organizes a rebellion. Houjou Tokiyuki, the rightful heir, escapes the massacre with a Shinto priest named Suwa Yorishige to Kamakura. On the run and fighting to stay alive, Tokiyuki sets in motion his plan to reclaim his birthright. (Source: Crunchyroll)
Editorial mood guide by WatchMoodly Editorial Team · Base catalog metadata via AniList.
7.7/10 avg
Studio: CloverWorks
Mood Rationale & Viewing Guide: Should You Watch The Elusive Samurai?
Within our mood classification system, The Elusive Samurai aligns strongest with a adventurous / excited / sad viewing mood (epic journeys to fantastical worlds and unknown territories). Key tonal signals include dark action, heartwarming adventure, intense supernatural, revenge thriller, underrated gem, feudal japan setting, making it a strong pick when you want a story driven by those themes without spoilers.
Watch If…
- •You want a action, adventure, supernatural anime series released in 2024 from CloverWorks.
- •You enjoy themes centered on dark action, heartwarming adventure, intense supernatural, revenge thriller.
- •You want a compact 12-episode run you can finish in a weekend (~24 min per episode).
Skip If…
- •You are looking for a purely lighthearted, zero-stress comfort watch without dark or tense themes.
- •You are looking for an ongoing, multi-season franchise rather than a completed release.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Elusive Samurai
Where can I watch The Elusive Samurai (2024) legally online?
The Elusive Samurai is available through official platforms including Crunchyroll, Prime Video, Apple TV+, Crunchyroll Premium (Via Prime) Amazon Channel. Use the streaming links on this page to open the licensed release directly.
What mood and genres does The Elusive Samurai fit best?
The Elusive Samurai is classified under Action, Adventure, Supernatural and best matches a adventurous or excited or sad mood, featuring elements of dark action, heartwarming adventure, intense supernatural, revenge thriller, underrated gem.
How many episodes does The Elusive Samurai have?
The Elusive Samurai (2024) is currently marked as completed with 12 episodes, averaging 24 minutes per episode.
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