description The Fable Overview
Fable, an assassin who works in organized crime, has been raised to the legendary status of a ruthless killer capable of murdering any man within six seconds. Six years after his debut, his boss fears that Fable has started to attract too much attention from the legal authorities, and he orders him to hide in Osaka for a year. Accompanied by his driver who assumes the identity of his sister, Fable is bound by a special condition: he must act as a civilian and not murder anyone lest he and his partner lose their lives. However, the seemingly well-deserved holiday soon takes a grim turn.
Takeshi Ebihara, the second-in-command of the Osaka mafia that officially protects the assassin, sees Fable...
help The Fable FAQ
Why is Akira Sato forbidden from killing anyone in The Fable?
His boss orders the legendary hitman to live quietly in Osaka for one year without killing. Akira adopts the surname Sato, lives alongside his partner Yoko as supposed siblings, and tries to appear like an ordinary civilian.
Why does Akira work at Octopus in The Fable?
A normal job supports his cover and forces him to interact with people outside organized crime. He joins the small design company Octopus, where his strange drawings and relationship with Misaki generate much of the workplace comedy.
How many episodes are in The Fable anime?
The 2024 adaptation has 25 episodes and was produced by Tezuka Productions. It mixes crime drama with deadpan comedy rather than presenting Akira's assignment as nonstop action.
Where can The Fable be streamed outside Japan?
The anime has been distributed through Disney's streaming services, including Hulu in the United States and Disney+ in various other regions. Availability and dubbing options vary by country.
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