Gangsta.

Ergastulum is a crime drenched city where the mafia pulls the strings and law looks the other way. Worick Arcangelo and Nicolas Brown run as everyday fixers or Benriya, taking dirty jobs for whoever pays enough, cops or criminals. Their loose code keeps them alive as they juggle brutal assignments, quick wit, and a mutual trust forged in the shadows. When Alex Benedetto, a former prostitute with a keen eye for Nicolas's hidden abilities, asks to join their cohort, the trio discovers each job reveals another layer of the city's secrets. As they navigate betrayals, bloody confrontations, and uneasy loyalties, their bond becomes their only real weapon. Yet a case threatens to pull them apart as deeper corruption erupts.

Directed by Yasuomi Umetsu and Shukou Murase, Gangsta is an adaptation of Kohske's manga. The 2015 TV series brings a dark crime world to life with a sharp, kinetic visual style that emphasizes gritty hand to hand combat. It adds a few supporting characters and city factions.

Gangsta stands out for its urban noir vibe and the Benriya concept two fixers who take jobs for both cops and criminals. Its moody visuals and tense dynamics helped carve a niche within adult crime anime and sparked ongoing fan conversations. Its soundtrack and action linger in memory.

Critics noted a strong mood and solid voice work, though some found the pacing uneven. The show explores loyalty under pressure, the high cost of violence, and power struggles in a city where favors shape who survives. Its tone may not click with everyone.

Awards: Gangsta did not garner major nominations or wins from the big award bodies. It attracted attention within its niche for style and mood, but failed to achieve broad recognition on the awards circuit.