Visual craft
Fire Force showcases animation at a level that defines why anime has a global audience.
Fire Force (2019–2026) is year 198 of the Solar Era in Tokyo, special fire brigades are fighting against a phenomenon called spontaneous human combustion where humans beings are turned into living infernos called "Infernals".
At a Glance
Full titleFire Force
CountryJP
LanguageJapanese
Original networkMBS
GenreAnimation · Action & Adventure · Sci-Fi & Fantasy · Comedy
Final episodeApr 2026
Why Fire Force is essential anime
Firefighters who battle infernals born from spontaneous human combustion
Fire Force (2019–2026) is year 198 of the Solar Era in Tokyo, special fire brigades are fighting against a phenomenon called spontaneous human combustion where humans beings are turned into living infernos called "Infernals".
Shinra Kusakabe, a youth who gained the nickname Devil's Footprints for his ability to ignite his feet at will, joins the Special Fire Force Company 8 which composes of other flames users as they work to extinguish any Infernals they encounter. As a faction that is creating Infernals appears, Shira begins to uncover the truth behind a mysterious fire that caused the death of his family twelve years ago.
Whether you are new to anime or a longtime fan, Fire Force delivers the kind of storytelling and craft that keeps the medium thriving worldwide.
Year 198 of the Solar Era in Tokyo, special fire brigades are fighting against a phenomenon called spontaneous human combustion where humans beings are turned into living infernos called "Infernals".
Emotional depth
Beyond spectacle, the series invests in characters and themes that resonate across cultures.
Cultural impact
Fire Force is widely cited in anime recommendations and remains a reference point for the genre.
Rewatch value
Fans return for details, foreshadowing, and moments that land differently on a second viewing.
Story
Firefighters who battle infernals born from spontaneous human combustion
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World and premise
Year 198 of the Solar Era in Tokyo, special fire brigades are fighting against a phenomenon called spontaneous human combustion where humans beings are turned into living infernos called "Infernals". While the Infernals are first generation cases of spontaneous human combustion, later generations possess the ability to manipulate flames while retaining human form.
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Characters and stakes
Fire Force invests in emotional arcs and visual storytelling that define modern anime at its best.
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Why it endures
Fire Force remains essential viewing for anime fans and newcomers drawn to animation and action & adventure storytelling.
Cast
Main characters and performers
Behind the Scenes
3 seasons, 73 episodes — premiered Jul 2019.
Genres: Animation, Action & Adventure, Sci-Fi & Fantasy.
Highly rated among anime fans on TMDB.
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FAQ
How many seasons of Fire Force are there?
3 seasons with 73 episodes (2019–2026).
What is Fire Force about?
Year 198 of the Solar Era in Tokyo, special fire brigades are fighting against a phenomenon called spontaneous human combustion where humans beings are turned into living infernos called "Infernals". While the Infernals are first generation cases of spontaneous human combustion, later generations possess the ability to manipulate flames while retaining human form.
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