When They Cry Rei English Sub & Dub

About When They Cry Rei

Here is what When They Cry Rei (ひぐらしのなく頃に礼) is about, retold in plain terms: a comedy, mystery and psychological anime by Studio DEEN (2009). At its core: The endless cycle of murders has been broken and Rika is finally able to settle down for a normal life with her friends. However, she is involved in a traffic accident and wakes up in a world where everything is different.

Further in, a world where no one commited the sins that shaped them into the persons they are. It's up to Rika to discover the truth behind this realm and whether or not it truly is perfect.

In a comedy series like this, timing, character chemistry and running gags decide whether it lands. Shion Sonozaki (Satsuki Yukino) and Rena Ryuuguu (Mai Nakahara) are two of the characters you will meet early. If you count yourself among viewers who want something light between heavier series, put it on your list. At 5 episodes in total, it is easy to plan a viewing schedule.

Production & Appeal

Production sits with Studio DEEN, which means the visual identity of When They Cry Rei follows that studio's craft. Within the comedy category, timing, character chemistry and running gags decide whether it lands. A 7.1/10 score points to a dependable, well-liked series. On the casting side, Satsuki Yukino voicing Shion Sonozaki gives the lead role a recognizable voice. Released in 2009, it competed with that season's other new series for attention.