Wicked City
妖獸都市
A peace treaty between the Earth and the Black World, a parallel universe of demons, is coming to an end. Two cops, Taki, a human male, and Maki, a female demon, are assigned to protect a diplomat who will help secure another treaty. A radical group of demons from the Black World are out to assassinate the diplomat and prevent the treaty; only the bond that forms between the two cops can save the Earth from destruction.
Why it matters
A neon-lit fusion of cop drama and demon horror that blends ’90s practical effects with an undercurrent of interdimensional dread.
- Practical gore and creature design rooted in tactile effects, giving the Black World a grimy, visceral texture.
- Dual-protagonist dynamic—human cop and demon partner—explores uneasy alliances amid escalating supernatural violence.
- A cult ’90s Japanese genre mash-up that predates and informs later urban fantasy horror.
- Perfect for fans of gritty, offbeat demon lore who appreciate atmosphere over polish.
Director
Cast
Horror DNA
Gore
85
Slow Burn
17
Psychological
0
Supernatural
40
Creature
36
Disturbing
33
Fun Factor
33
Cerebral
14
Survival
66
