The Best Episodes of Akudama Drive Season 1
Every episode of Akudama Drive Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Akudama Drive Season 1!
Many years ago, a Great Civil War ravaged Japan, leaving the country fragmented between two regions: Kansai and Kanto. In Kansai, a group of six Akudama carry out missions given to them by a mysterious black cat, while evading the police. But a dangerous journey is about to unfold when a civilian girl becomes twisted into the Akudama's way of life and witnesses their criminal drives.
Season 1 Ratings Summary
The best episode of "Akudama Drive" season 1 is "SE7EN", rated 7.6/10 from 202 user votes. It was directed by Tomohisa Taguchi and written by Norimitsu Kaiho, Tomohisa Taguchi. "SE7EN" aired on 10/8/2020 and is rated 0.2 point(s) higher than the second highest rated, "RESERVOIR DOGS".
7.6/10 202 votes#1 - SE7EN
Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 10/8/2020
As criminals known as Akudama terrorize Kansai, an ordinary citizen gets dragged into danger when her good intentions steer her wrong.
Director: Tomohisa Taguchi
Writer: Norimitsu Kaiho, Tomohisa Taguchi
7.4/10 171 votes#2 - RESERVOIR DOGS
Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 10/15/2020
The Akudama learn from the plan’s mastermind just how risky and troublesome it will be. As if things weren’t bad enough, trouble comes looking for them first.
Director: Yoshifumi Sasahara
Writer: Norimitsu Kaiho, Tomohisa Taguchi, Yoshifumi Sasahara
7.3/10 156 votes#3 - MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE
Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 10/22/2020
When the infiltration doesn’t go as expected and they’re running out of time, the group will have to improvise to pull off the ultimate heist.
Director: Hikaru Murata
Writer: Tomohisa Taguchi, Yoshifumi Sasahara, Ryo Morise
7.9/10 160 votes#4 - SPEED
Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 10/29/2020
The Shinkansen speeds ahead, hurtling the crew towards certain death. As they race against time to reach the vault, Executioners show up to derail their plans.
Director: Yoshinori Odaka
Writer: Norimitsu Kaiho, Tomohisa Taguchi
7.4/10 144 votes#5 - DEAD MAN WALKING
Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 11/5/2020
As the Executioners deal with the aftermath of their failure, the Akudama take a break to recuperate and finally find out their destination.
Director: Takumi Doyama
Writer: Norimitsu Kaiho, Tomohisa Taguchi, Yoshifumi Sasahara, Ryo Morise
8.5/10 191 votes#6 - BROTHER
Season 1 Episode 6 - Aired 11/12/2020
When one Executioner arrives for a showdown, Brawler couldn't be happier. As the bloodbath rages on, Pupil struggles to understand why she was left behind.
Director: Yoshifumi Sasahara
Writer: Tomohisa Taguchi, Yoshifumi Sasahara
8.0/10 151 votes#7 - THE CITY OF LOST CHILDREN
Season 1 Episode 7 - Aired 11/19/2020
After a long journey, the team finally reaches their destination. Before the children say their goodbyes, Brother shares his side of the story.
Director: Hikaru Murata
Writer: Tomohisa Taguchi, Hikaru Murata
7.6/10 142 votes#8 - BLACK RAIN
Season 1 Episode 8 - Aired 11/26/2020
The Akudama struggle to survive as the hunt for their heads intensifies. While Doctor and Hoodlum run amok, Swindler takes on the role of big sister.
Director: Yoshifumi Sasahara, Tomohisa Taguchi, Yuta Suzuki
Writer: Tomohisa Taguchi
8.0/10 144 votes#9 - THE SHINING
Season 1 Episode 9 - Aired 12/3/2020
Courier joins up with Swindler as they attempt to track Brother down. Meanwhile, Cutthroat is seeing red and is thirstier than ever for blood.
Director: Tomohisa Taguchi
Writer: Tomohisa Taguchi
7.9/10 144 votes#10 - BABEL
Season 1 Episode 10 - Aired 12/10/2020
Drastic measures are taken to subdue the civilian uprising. Knowing it's their last chance to save Brother, Courier and crew race towards a showdown at Kansai Station.
Director: Hikaru Murata
Writer: Tomohisa Taguchi
7.4/10 137 votes#11 - WAR GAMES
Season 1 Episode 11 - Aired 12/17/2020
Sometimes, the truth is harder to believe than fiction. Unbeknownst to them, Swindler and Courier are at risk of being trapped in Kanto forever.
Director: Yoshifumi Sasahara
Writer: Tomohisa Taguchi
8.7/10 213 votes#12 - AKUDAMA DRIVE
Season 1 Episode 12 - Aired 12/24/2020
Swindler and Courier have been driven into a corner but are not about to give up. Swindler is prepared to play the part if it will help the children escape.
Director: Tomohisa Taguchi
Writer: Tomohisa Taguchi