• Action
• Adventure
• Comedy
• Drama
• Fantasy
• Supernatural

The live-action adaptation of Yu Yu Hakusho premiered on Netflix on December 14, 2023.

The series was directed by Shô Tsukikawa, known for films like I Want to Eat Your Pancreas and My Little Monster.

The screenplay was written by Tatsurō Mishima, who has previously worked on scripts for series like Rurouni Kenshin and Kuroko’s Basketball.

• Takumi Kitamura plays Yusuke Urameshi, the protagonist.
• Jun Shison portrays Kurama, the fox demon.
• Kanata Hongou takes on the role of Hiei, the demon swordsman.
• Shuhei Uesugi brings Kazuma Kuwabara, Yusuke’s best friend, to life.

Akira Morii serves as the executive producer, with Kaata Sakamoto acting as the producer.

Yu Yu Hakusho 2023 is a five-episode limited series.

The series is currently available to stream exclusively on Netflix

The series adapts the Dark Tournament arc from the manga and anime, with some changes and modern-day references.

As mentioned earlier, Yu Yu Hakusho 2023 is a limited series with only five episodes.

There is no official confirmation about a second season yet. However, the reception of the series and demand from fans could influence a potential renewal.

The live-action cast brings their own interpretations to the characters. While some fans might prefer the original voices, others appreciate the fresh take offered by the actors.

The series utilizes visual effects to depict Yusuke’s Spirit Gun and other supernatural elements. While the budget compared to the anime is different, the effects strive to bring the world of Yu Yu Hakusho to life in a live-action format.