‘Rurouni Kenshin’ Might Be the Rarest Remake Anime That Shouldn’t Get a 3rd Season Because of Nobuhiro Watsuki
The Rurouni Kenshin remake anime that premiered in 2023 has been well received for its high-quality animation, as well as its faithful adaptation of the original manga, and nostalgia factor. Fans of the ’90s classic series were excited to see the tale of Kenshin Himura come to life with modern visuals and better flowing action scenes.
But what would a third season of the show entail, and are we really sure we want that despite some serious ethical concerns and controversies surrounding it? That controversy stems from the dark criminal history of Rurouni Kenshin’s creator, Nobuhiro Watsuki.
Himura Kenshin from Rurouni Kenshin. [Credit: Liden Films]
Watsuki was found guilty in 2017 of possessing child por*ography, a huge stain on his legacy. Now, considering all the criticism surrounding the author, another season of the remake could further worsen the situation for the entire team of anime.
Why is another season of the...
But what would a third season of the show entail, and are we really sure we want that despite some serious ethical concerns and controversies surrounding it? That controversy stems from the dark criminal history of Rurouni Kenshin’s creator, Nobuhiro Watsuki.
Himura Kenshin from Rurouni Kenshin. [Credit: Liden Films]
Watsuki was found guilty in 2017 of possessing child por*ography, a huge stain on his legacy. Now, considering all the criticism surrounding the author, another season of the remake could further worsen the situation for the entire team of anime.
Why is another season of the...
- 3/27/2025
- by Anurag Gusain
- FandomWire
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