The Seven Deadly Sins: Cursed by Light

The Seven Deadly Sins: Cursed by Light

Year: 2021

Runtime: 79 mins

Language: Japanese

Director: Takayuki Hamana

AnimationFantasy

Following the defeat of the Demon King and the end of the Holy War—a conflict between Humans, Goddesses, Fairies, Giants, and Demons—peace returns to the world. The victory came at a great cost, with the “Lion Sin of Pride,” Escanor, sacrificing his life. Now, the remaining members of the Seven Deadly Sins each pursue their own individual journeys, leaving the future uncertain.

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Time period

Post-Holy War era

Six months after the Demon King’s defeat, the world remains in a fragile balance between demon and goddess realms. The film follows the aftermath of the Holy War, with weddings, reunions, and new invasions shaping the current era.

Location

Fairy King's Forest, Liones, Demon World

The action unfolds across three settings: the Fairy King's Forest, where King and Diane wed and fairy affairs unfold; the royal city of Liones, hosting ceremonies and political tensions among humans; and the Demon World, a battleground where Meliodas, Zeldris, Dahlia, and Dubs clash amid enchantments.

🏰 Fantasy 🌲 Forest 🗺️ Realms

Last Updated: October 01, 2025 at 10:14

Main Characters – The Seven Deadly Sins: Cursed by Light (2021)

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Elizabeth Liones (Sora Amamiya)

Elizabeth remains the human lynchpin of the Sins’ journey, connecting the mortal world to celestial conflict. Her presence drives Meliodas’ mission across realms, and her unique ties to both worlds draw the attention of the Supreme Deity.

👑 Protagonist 🧭 Catalyst 💫 Key Figure

Meliodas (Yuki Kaji)

Meliodas leads the Sins with a blend of affection and conflict, haunted by his father’s memories and the burden of the Holy War. His bond with Elizabeth and his demon powers propel the team through decisive battles against Dahlia and Dubs.

⚔️ Hero 💡 Leader 🗡️ Demonic Power

Zeldris (Yuki Kaji)

Zeldris, Meliodas’ brother, walks a fine line between kinship and duty. He helps rally the Demon clan and fights to determine the fate of both Demon World and the human realm.

🗡️ Brother 🕊️ Conflict 💪 Warrior

Dahlia (Yuichi Nakamura)

Dahlia is the cunning force behind the enchantments that shield allies and threaten the world’s balance. They manipulate events alongside Dubs, aiming to reshape the outcome of the Holy War.

🧿 Villain 🪄 Enchanter/Strategist 🗡️ Manipulator

Dubs (Shinichiro Kamio)

Giant Master Craftsman Dubs creates weapons and enchantments that sustain Dahlia’s control. His technical prowess becomes pivotal in turning battles and shaping the Sins’ fate.

🛠️ Artisan 🧩 Strategist ⚔️ Antagonist Ally

Merlin (Maaya Sakamoto)

Merlin operates as a master strategist with critical knowledge of the Supreme Deity’s plans. Her involvement signals that cunning foresight will guide the Sins through the crisis.

🧠 Strategist 📜 Knowledge 🔮 Sorcery

King (Jun Fukuyama)

King, the Fairy King, anchors the fairy faction with leadership and resilience as he and Diane navigate romance, danger, and the Shattered Holy War’s aftermath.

👑 Leader 🧚 Hope ❤️ Loyalty

Diane (Aoi Yuki)

Diane, a powerful Giant, joins in the fairy-human alliance, participating in weddings and battles as a steadfast ally within the Sins’ circle.

🗿 Strength 👫 Alliance 🐉 Protector

Gowther (Yuichi Takagi)

Gowther remains an insightful, calculating member whose strategic perspective helps steer the group through new threats and uncertainties.

🧭 Intelligence 🧩 Puzzle Solver 🗝️ Enigmatic

Supreme Deity (Kana Kurashina)

The Supreme Deity embodies immense power and caprice, seeking to end the Sins’ reign by any means and testing the limits of mortal agency and divine will.

👑 Deity 🌀 Power ⚖️ Balance

Hawk (Misaki Kuno)

Hawk remains a loyal, witty companion, offering levity and steadfast support as the Sins confront looming threats and upheaval.

🐷 Sidekick 😂 Comic Relief 🐾 Loyalty

Last Updated: October 01, 2025 at 10:14

Major Themes – The Seven Deadly Sins: Cursed by Light (2021)

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⚔️ Divine Conflict

A central clash pits the remnants of divine forces against mortal and magical factions, as the Supreme Deity seeks to end the Sins and assert her will, highlighting the high-stakes power struggle shaping the world.

🤝 Brotherhood

The narrative centers on loyalty and fraternal bonds, especially between Meliodas and Zeldris, who navigate duty, betrayal, and cooperation while facing shared enemies.

🔮 Power and Destiny

The story questions whether power is a fate imposed by gods or a choice forged by those who wield it, as memories, enchantments, and divine plans influence who leads and who falls.

Last Updated: October 01, 2025 at 10:14

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