When They Cry
Also known as Higurashi no Naku Koro ni · ひぐらしのなく頃に · When the Cicadas Cry · Higurashi: When They Cry · Cuando las Cigarras Lloran
- Year:
- 2006
- Status:
- Completed
- Episodes:
- 26
- Format:
- TV series
- Season:
- Spring 2006
- Studio:
- Studio DEEN
- Source:
- Visual novel
- Episode length:
- 24 min
- Genres:
- Horror, Mystery, Psychological, Supernatural, Thriller
- AniList score:
- 7.6/10
Synopsis
After moving into the quiet town of Hinamizawa, Maebara Keiichi spends his days blissfully in school often playing games with his local friends. However, appearances can be deceiving. One fateful day, Keiichi stumbles upon news of a murder that had occurred in Hinamizawa. From this point on, horrific events unfold in front of Keiichi, as he soon learns his close friends may not be all that they seem. Based on the amateur mystery game by 07th Expansion, the story is told in a series of different scenarios.
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When They Cry: quick answers
How many episodes does When They Cry have?
When They Cry has 26 episodes, each about 24 minutes long.
Is When They Cry finished?
Yes. When They Cry has finished airing.
Who made When They Cry?
When They Cry was animated by Studio DEEN, adapted from the visual novel.
Is there a sequel to When They Cry?
Yes: When They Cry Kai (2007).
When They Cry seasons and related anime
- Sequel:
- When They Cry Kai (2007)
- Alternative version:
- Higurashi no Naku Koro ni (Shin Anime)
- Side stories:
- Higurashi no Naku Koro ni Kaku: Outbreak (2013) · Higurashi no Naku Koro ni: Nekogoroshi-hen (2007)
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