Monogatari
化物語
Koyomi Araragi, a high school student, finds himself constantly encountering girls afflicted by supernatural "oddities." He dedicates himself to helping them, often with the aid of the eccentric specialist Meme Oshino. Each arc talks about a different girl's unique struggle and the mysterious cause of their affliction. The series explores themes of adolescence, personal growth, and the complexities of human relationships. It's known for its witty dialogue, stylistic animation, and unique narrative structure.
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Streaming now in the United States on Crunchyroll.
Rent or buy in the United States on Apple TV Store.
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Frequently asked questions about Monogatari
Where can I watch Monogatari in the United States?
Monogatari is available to stream on Crunchyroll in the United States, and to rent or buy on Apple TV Store. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Can I watch Monogatari for free?
Not free in the United States right now. Monogatari needs a subscription to Crunchyroll, or you can rent or buy it on Apple TV Store.
What are the ratings for Monogatari?
Monogatari scores 8.1 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in Monogatari?
Monogatari stars Hiroshi Kamiya, Chiwa Saito, Yui Horie, Maaya Sakamoto, and Satsuki Yukino.
How many seasons of Monogatari are there?
Monogatari has 5 seasons and 73 episodes, and is ongoing.
How long does it take to watch all of Monogatari?
All 73 episodes of Monogatari add up to about 29 hours 12 minutes at roughly 24 minutes each. At two hours a night that is about 15 evenings; at four hours a day it takes about 7 days.
What network is Monogatari on?
Monogatari airs on BS11 and Gunma TV, and is produced by SHAFT, movic, and Kodansha.
What language is Monogatari in?
Monogatari is in Japanese, and its original title is 化物語.
Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.