Karakuri Circus (2018)

In the heart of Karakuri Circus, our young hero, Masaru, finds himself suddenly wealthy after his father's demise, only to realize that this fortune is a magnet for malevolent forces willing to kill to claim it. His life takes an unexpected turn when Narumi, a fearless protector, intervenes to save him from a bizarre abduction attempt by assailants who are no mere men, but formidable wooden puppets possessing extraordinary strength. Despite his valorous efforts, Narumi soon reaches the chilling conclusion that these puppet adversaries prove too formidable for him. Just when despair starts to cast its shadow and the capture of Masaru seems inevitable, a ray of hope arrives in the form of Shirogane. Hailing from distant France, Shirogane is Masaru's appointed guardian, armed with an extraordinary weapon - the puppet Arlequin. Thus unfurls the mesmerizing tale of Karakuri Circus, a saga blending danger, mystery, and the unyielding spirit of its protagonists against a backdrop of puppetry and veiled threats. As the curtains rise, the stage is set for a thrilling performance that promises to keep viewers on the edge of their seats.

Karakuri Circus is an action show featuring Chihiro Ueda and created by Kazuhiro Fujita.

Karakuri Circus is currently streaming on Amazon Prime Video and HiDive.

It is also possible to buy Karakuri Circus on Amazon Video.