Since its release, Death Note has garnered widespread critical acclaim. It is praised for its "intense and intelligent rivalry", "original" story, and "superb" sound and visual design. Many consider its first half a "basically perfect" masterpiece. The show is an excellent gateway for newcomers to anime, and is widely available on major legal streaming services like Netflix, Hulu, and Crunchyroll.

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