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Is Humanoid Monster Bem Finished? The Ultimate Watch Order and Guide

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Is the Anime Really Finished?
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Whether Humanoid Monster Bem is “finished” depends on which era of the franchise you are diving into. This series has a long history of remakes and adaptations. If you are watching the most recent iteration, the 2019 BEM anime is followed by the related film BEM: BECOME HUMAN (2020).

For those who want the full experience, there is also a manga adaptation of the 2019 series that ran from July 2019 to February 2020. Depending on your preference for closure, you may want to buy the manga to supplement the animated experience.

Themes and Appeal
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Humanoid Monster Bem falls squarely into the Adventure and Fantasy genres. The series focuses on “humanoid monsters” (Yōkai), blending supernatural elements with a journey-driven narrative. It is best suited for viewers who enjoy fantasy worlds and stories involving beings caught between the monster and human realms.

If you enjoy this blend of supernatural adventure, you can watch the anime on Prime Video to see the evolution of these characters over the decades.

Recommended Watch Orders#

Because this franchise consists of multiple remakes and spinoffs, the order in which you watch can change your experience. You can refer to the relationship tree below the article for a visual breakdown of these connections.

Release Order
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If you want to see how the series evolved from the late 60s to the modern era, follow the release dates:

  1. Humanoid Monster Bem (1968)
  2. Humanoid Monster Bem (2006 remake)
  3. Ore-tacha Yōkai Ningen (2017 spinoff)
  4. Ore-tacha Yōkai Ningen G (2018 sequel to the spinoff)
  5. BEM (2019 remake)
  6. BEM: BECOME HUMAN (2020 related film)

The “Modern Path” (For Newcomers)
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If you prefer modern animation and a streamlined story, start with the most recent remake cycle:

  • Start with the 2019 BEM anime.
  • Follow it up with the movie BEM: BECOME HUMAN.

The Completionist’s Journey
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For those who want every single piece of content, including source materials and alternative takes:

  1. Watch the original 1968 series.
  2. Read the Yōkai Ningen Bem Returns manga (1993).
  3. Watch the 2006 remake.
  4. Watch the spinoff series Ore-tacha Yōkai Ningen and its sequel Ore-tacha Yōkai Ningen G.
  5. Watch the 2019 BEM series and read the accompanying 2019 manga.
  6. Conclude with the BEM: BECOME HUMAN film.

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Additional Information
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For collectors, keep an eye on releases from Discotek Media, who have recently revealed new releases related to the series. Whether you are looking for physical media or exclusive merchandise, the franchise has a dedicated following across multiple generations.

Humanoid Monster Bem • anime • 1968-10-07 to 1969-03-31
  └─(remake)→  Humanoid Monster Bem • anime • 2006-04-01
   └─(remake)→   BEM • anime • 2019-07-07
    └─(related)→    BEM: BECOME HUMAN • anime • 2020-10-02
    └─(adaptation)→    BEM • manga • 2019-07-17 to 2020-02-19 (serialized in Manga Park)
  └─(related)→  Yōkai Ningen Bem Returns • manga • 1993-12 to 1995-07 (serialized in <i>Monthly Shonen Gangan</i>)
  └─(spinoff)→  Ore-tacha Yōkai Ningen • anime • 2017-10-04
   └─(sequel)→   Ore-tacha Yōkai Ningen G • anime • 2018-04-04

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