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Zom 100: Zombie ni Naru made ni Shitai 100 no Koto

Zom 100: Zombie ni Naru made ni Shitai 100 no Koto is a Japanese anime television series based on the manga by Haro Aso and Kotaro Takata.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Zom 100: Zombie ni Naru made ni Shitai 100 no Koto is a Japanese anime television series based on the manga by Haro Aso and Kotaro Takata. It follows Akira Tendou, an overworked office employee who begins making a bucket list of 100 things to do after a zombie apocalypse frees him from his job. The series is also known in English as Zom 100: Bucket List of the Dead.

Premise

The anime follows Akira Tendou, who becomes disillusioned after years of exploitative office work. When a zombie outbreak occurs, he decides to use the chaos to live freely and complete 100 goals before becoming a zombie.

Production and release

Zom 100 premiered in Japan in July 2023 and concluded in December 2023 with 12 episodes. It was produced by BUG FILMS and licensed by VIZ Media.

Adaptation

The series adapts the manga Zom 100: Zombie ni Naru made ni Shitai 100 no Koto by writer Haro Aso and illustrator Kotaro Takata.

Reception and availability

The anime has been distributed through major streaming services, including Netflix, and was discussed widely for its zombie-comedy premise and production delays during release. The series is available through international streaming services used by Canadian viewers, including Netflix.

Key facts

  • The series is a 12-episode television anime that aired in 2023.
  • It is adapted from a manga series by Haro Aso and Kotaro Takata.
  • The story centers on Akira Tendou, an office worker who responds to a zombie outbreak by pursuing a personal bucket list.
  • The anime is produced by BUG FILMS.
  • The series is classified as seinen and associated with themes of survival and adult cast.
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Canadian context

The series is available through international streaming services used by Canadian viewers, including Netflix.[3][9]

Frequently asked questions

What is Zom 100 about?
It follows Akira Tendou, an overworked employee who makes a bucket list after a zombie apocalypse begins.
How many episodes does Zom 100 have?
The anime has 12 episodes.
What is the English title of Zom 100?
The English title is Zom 100: Bucket List of the Dead.
Who created the original manga?
The manga was created by Haro Aso and Kotaro Takata.
When did the anime air?
It aired from July 9, 2023, to December 26, 2023.

References

  1. MyAnimeList — https://myanimelist.net/anime/54112/Zom_100__Zombie_ni_Naru_made_ni_Shitai_100_no_Koto?cat=anime
    Supports: Alternative titles, format, episode count, airing dates, studio, genre, themes, and synopsis.
  2. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/title/tt25811262/
    Supports: Series premise and cast/summary information.
  3. Netflix — https://www.netflix.com/title/81680101
    Supports: English title, synopsis, and availability on Netflix.
  4. CBR — https://www.cbr.com/zom-100-anime-pluto-tv-streaming-release/
    Supports: Adaptation context, studio, and 12-episode run.
  5. VIZ Media — https://www.viz.com/blog/posts/seize-the-dead-and-stream-zom-100-on-july-9
    Supports: Streaming information and finale timing.
  6. Screen Rant — https://www.screenrant.com/db/tv-show/zom-100-bucket-list-of-the-dead/
    Supports: Series overview and season episode count.
  7. IGN — https://www.ign.com/articles/zom-100-bucket-list-of-the-dead-season-1-review
    Supports: Premise, first-season context, and production delay reporting.
  8. Rotten Tomatoes — https://www.rottentomatoes.com/tv/zom_100_bucket_list_of_the_dead/s01
    Supports: Director, screenwriters, network, rating, genre, and language.