The Reflection

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Japanese: ザ・リフレクション
English: The Reflection
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Type: TV
Episodes: 12
Status: Finished Airing
Aired: Jul 22, 2017 to Oct 7, 2017
Premiered: Summer 2017
Broadcast: Saturdays at 23:00 (JST)
Licensors: Funimation
Studios: Studio Deen
Source: Original
Genre: ActionAction
Theme: Super PowerSuper Power
Duration: 25 min. per ep.
Rating: PG-13 - Teens 13 or older

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Score: 5.121 (scored by 85208,520 users)
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Ranked: #128902
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Popularity: #4234
Members: 29,811
Favorites: 12

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Synopsis

After the Reflection, some of the people in all parts of the world are discovered with super powers. Some become heroes, and others villains. How did the Reflection happen? What was the cause of it? With many unsolved mysteries, the world is led into turmoil.

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Ending Theme

"SunSunSunrise" by 9nine

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Reviews

Oct 8, 2017
The Reflection is doomed to be a love-hate series. If you want a typical anime, or are a fan of superhero franchises, then you're probably going to loathe this. If you like artsy animated films and fun shows that capture the pure joy of cartoons, then you'll find a lot to like.

I fall into the latter category but fully recognize the flaws of this show: the story and the characters are not particularly interesting or consistent. The heroes and villains are generic and don't have much in the way of backstories. The story doesn't get explained in detail and lacks a definitive ending or beginning. ...
Nov 4, 2024
Mixed Feelings
The Reflection is a mixed bag of a superhero anime. While it boasts a unique art style and the involvement of Stan Lee, the series ultimately falls short due to its numerous flaws.

The animation quality is inconsistent, with some action sequences appearing crude and unfinished. The pacing is sluggish, dragging the narrative and making it difficult to stay engaged. Character development is lacking, with many characters feeling one-dimensional and underdeveloped. The plot itself is predictable, relying heavily on familiar superhero tropes and clichés.

Perhaps the most significant issue lies in the confusing and inconsistent worldbuilding. The Reflection event, which grants individuals superpowers, is never fully explained, ...
Jul 31, 2021
It's hard to know exactly what to think of a show like Reflection, a very strange and unique attempt to bring classic American comic book sensibilities to an anime stage. Ultimately, it feels like a bit of a misfire, but it's a misfire that had potential, ambition, and was certainly enjoyable enough to finish, even if the final product was lacking.

The biggest thing right out of the gate is, of course, the art. Now, personally, I happen to love the style itself. I'm a huge comic book guy, so I was primed to enjoy a superhero show like this, and at times, ...

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Poll: The Reflection Episode 8 Discussion
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Crunchyroll Will Stream New Stan Lee Superhero Anime Series

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Anime and comic book fans, are you ready for a brand new superhero series? A collaborative project between Stan Lee and Studio DEEN, The Reflection, will premiere this summer on Crunchyroll.

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