Black Butler vs The Apothecary Diaries
The Apothecary Diaries has the higher audience score (8.7/10 against 7.8/10 for Black Butler). Black Butler is the older of the two (2008 against 2023). Both are animation, drama, mystery shows, so they suit a similar mood.
Black Butler
The Apothecary Diaries| Black Butler | The Apothecary Diaries | |
|---|---|---|
| Audience score | ★ 7.8/10 | ★ 8.7/10 |
| Year | 2008 | 2023 |
| Seasons | 5 | 1 |
| Genres | Animation, Comedy, Drama, Mystery | Animation, Drama, Mystery |
| Country | JP | JP |
| Creator / director | – | – |
| Main cast | Daisuke Ono, Maaya Sakamoto | Aoi Yuuki, Takeo Otsuka, Katsuyuki Konishi |
Synopsis
Black Butler
In Victorian London, 12-year-old business magnate Ciel Phantomhive thwarts dangers to the queen as he's watched over by his demon butler, Sebastian.
The Apothecary Diaries
Maomao lived a peaceful life with her apothecary father. Until one day, she's sold as a lowly servant to the emperor's palace. But she wasn't meant for a compliant life among royalty. So when imperial heirs fall ill, she decides to step in and find a cure! This catches the eye of Jinshi, a handsome palace official who promotes her. Now, she's making a name for herself solving medical mysteries!
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