Overview

• The eight-episode first season of Netflix’s Devil May Cry premiered on April 3, 2025, receiving critical acclaim for its animation and narrative depth.
• Showrunner Adi Shankar infused the series with references to Capcom’s broader universe, including nods to Resident Evil, sparking fan theories about potential crossovers.
• The series reimagines the Devil May Cry lore, introducing new dynamics and unresolved plotlines that hint at a planned second season.
• Fans and critics widely regard the Netflix adaptation as a significant improvement over the 2007 anime, particularly in terms of animation quality and storytelling.
• Speculation about the timeline placement and Dante’s age has fueled discussions, with evidence suggesting the series is set before Devil May Cry 3.