Hermes English Sub & Dub

About Hermes

If you are hunting for a new drama series, Hermes (ヘルメス 愛は風の如く) deserves a look (1997). The setup goes like this. The setup: Thousands of years in the past, a young boy named Hermes is named as a future great hero in a prophecy. Hermes grows up to save a beautiful princess and face the evil king Minos of Crete.

In a drama series like this, character writing and emotional payoff matter more than spectacle. Hermes (Takehito Koyasu) and Agape (Chie Koujiro) are two of the characters you will meet early.

It will appeal most to viewers who prefer story and feelings over flashy action. At 1 episodes in total, it is easy to plan a viewing schedule.

Production & Appeal

Production sits with Animation Staff Room and Studio Junio, which means the visual identity of Hermes follows that studio's craft. Within the drama category, character writing and emotional payoff matter more than spectacle. With a 4.0/10 score, it is more of a niche pick than a universal crowd-pleaser. On the casting side, Takehito Koyasu voicing Hermes gives the lead role a recognizable voice. It aired in 1997, which makes it easy to place in the wider anime calendar.