What Is Kamen Rider: Beyond Generations About?
The premise of Kamen Rider: Beyond Generations in 262 words, with nothing given away. The full story follows below.
In a world reshaped by a century‑long legacy of masked heroes, the shadows that once threatened humanity have never fully receded. The era is a blend of neon‑lit streets and lingering ruins, where the memory of the original Kamen Rider still whispers through technology and myth. A lingering darkness, hinted at only by the name of a powerful Devil, hangs over this future, its roots tangled with the infamous Shocker organization that once sought to dominate the world.
Ikki Igarashi stands at the forefront of the new generation, a Rider whose experience is matched only by his restless drive to protect the fragile peace that remains. Beside him, Touma Kamiyama brings a cool, measured resolve, his own history intertwined with the legendary lineage of Riders. Their bond, forged through countless battles and shared purpose, creates a partnership that balances impulsive courage with strategic calm. Together they navigate a society that respects the past yet is haunted by the unknown threats that linger on the horizon.
Enter Ryunosuke Momose, a Kamen Rider who arrives from a distant future, bearing the weight of a personal quest as much as the collective one. His journey is as much about confronting the passage of time as it is about confronting the looming Devil; he seeks to bridge the gap with his now‑elderly son, whose memory holds the key to both redemption and resolution. As Ryunosuke’s presence intertwines with Ikki and Touma’s efforts, the trio must grapple with the eerie echo of Shocker’s legacy while forging a path forward for a world that still clings to hope.
What Happens in Kamen Rider: Beyond Generations?
The complete story of Kamen Rider: Beyond Generations, from the first scene to the last, in 846 words (about 4 minutes). Spoilers throughout.
Spoilers ahead
Ryunosuke Momose [Akiyoshi Nakao] lives in a ruined, 2071 world where demons dominate and humanity is enslaved. An elderly inventor named George Karizaki [Noritaka Hamao] reaches out to him with a critical mission: using a Cyclotron Driver to send his consciousness back to 2021 so he can alter the timeline and save the future by becoming Kamen Rider Century. To pull this off, Ryunosuke must team up with his father from that era, Hideo Momose [Arata Furuta], and together they must navigate a perilous path through time and memory to set the planet right.
In 2021, a resurgent threat awakens the demon Diablo [Yoji Ueda], who is joined by the Deadmans and their allies, the Crispers, who revere him as kin. As these dangers simmer, Ikki Igarashi [Kentaro Maeda] finds himself at Happy Spa, reconnecting with old allies—Mei Sudo [Asuka Kawazu], Ryo Ogami [Yuki Ikushima], and Sora Ogami—while witnessing a tense confrontation between Hideo Momose [Arata Furuta] and his son Shinichi. The moment becomes a catalyst, pushing Ikki to intervene and uncover a larger conspiracy rooted in the past.
George Karizaki [Noritaka Hamao] becomes aware of the escalating threat when Himiko Crisper [Rica Matsumoto] attacks Reika Shindai and Ryoga Shindai at the Southern Base. To investigate, he sends Daiji Igarashi [Wataru Hyuga] to scout a location and verify his suspicions. Meanwhile, Rintaro Shindo [Takaya Yamaguchi] travels to the Northern Base at the behest of Sophia [Rina Chinen] to return the Kaenken Rekka to Touma Kamiyama [Shuichiro Naito], another thread in the tangled web of Rider legacies.
The story intensifies when Ryunosuke arrives from the future to help, but his contact with the world remains impossible. Diablo attacks, and Ikki, together with his inner demon Vice, transforms to face the threat. Ryunosuke urges Hideo to transform into Kamen Rider Century alongside him, yet their fusion spirals into instability, culminating in Century Break. The crisis forces Ikki and Vice to seek help from Touma and Rintaro to stabilize the father and son and restore their humanity.
George, now deeply invested in the unfolding events, explains that Diablo’s seal traces back to a Shocker laboratory, with the evil being sealed away and later released by scheme and theft. The stakes rise when a singularity in Egypt signals further trouble, prompting Yuri to dispatch Ryo Ogami [Yuki Ikushima] and Tetsuo Daishinji [Hiroaki Oka] to confront the Khufu Crisper, highlighting the global reach of the conflict. The revelation that Ryunosuke time-traveled from the past to the present throws himself and Hideo into a painful reckoning about family, responsibility, and the heavy cost of salvation.
Ryunosuke finally clarifies his own timeline: he was a 1971 geneticist whose work was branded “demonic” by Shocker, a past that landed him in the agency’s dark projects. He helped engineer captured humans into Kaijin, including Takeshi Hongo, the first Kamen Rider. When Takeshi urged him to embrace science for good, Ryunosuke attempted an escape but was captured and used as the first test subject for Diablo. Diablo’s rampage carried him into a drift through a wormhole that eventually delivered Ryunosuke to 2071, where he met George and gained the means to travel through time.
With the truth laid bare, Ikki persuades Ryunosuke to pursue a proper reconciliation with Hideo. Yet Ryunosuke’s physical body in 2071 remains in danger, forcing a grand plan: a multinational guard to shield his future body while several squads fight across the globe. The mission relies on the Book Gate Wonder Ride Books and a future-powered clone Rider system, enabling a coordinated assault against the Crispers. The team includes Kento Fukamiya [Ryou Aoki], Ren Akamichi [Eiji Togashi], Ryo Ogami [Yuki Ikushima], Reika Shindai [Angela Mei], Ryoga Shindai [Ken Shonozaki], and Hiromi Kadota [Junya Komatsu], while Touma Kamiyama [Shuichiro Naito], Yuri [Tomohiro Ichikawa], and Sakura Igarashi [Ayaka Imoto] coordinate critical roles from the field.
As the plan unfolds, the fight broadens to include the deeper Rider lineage: Ikki Igarashi [Kentaro Maeda] as Revi, and the broader roster of Riders who meld into a united front—Sophia [Rina Chinen] as Calibur, and Reika Shindai [Angela Mei] as Sabela, among others. The longer arc centers on the revelation that Century was created specifically to confront Diablo, a truth that reshapes every ally’s purpose. The teams work in tandem, with Touma’s ascent to Xross Saber and Revice’s Neo Batta Genome upgrade signaling a bridge between generations of Riders as they combine their powers.
The climactic battle culminates in a coordinated strike that leverages the strengths of every rider and each Rider Kick, designed to cancel Diablo’s ritual once and for all. As victory finally nears, Diablo is defeated, but not without a price: Ryunosuke begins to fade from existence. In a poignant farewell, Takeshi Hongo’s spirit visits Ryunosuke, thanking him for carrying the Rider legacy forward. With Takeshi’s blessing, Ryunosuke vanishes, and Hideo rides the bullet train with Shinichi, clutching his father’s ticket as a quiet tribute to the long road they walked together. The future is saved, but the memory of the 50-year Rider lineage remains a beacon for those who continue to carry the legacy.
Kamen Rider: Beyond Generations Timeline: Every Key Event in Order
13 key events in the order they happen, from “Rescue and mission: Century begins” to “Final defeat and legacy secured”. 12 events name a place, across 12 locations.
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Rescue and mission: Century begins
George Karizaki rescues Ryunosuke Momose in 2071 and explains that Ryunosuke must time-travel his consciousness back to 2021 to save the world. He is tasked with working alongside Hideo and becoming Kamen Rider Century. The mission is framed as a last-ditch effort to avert Diablo's rise and restore balance to time.
When:2071 Where:2071
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Diablo returns in 2021 and the Happy Spa encounter
In 2021, the Deadmans reawaken Diablo and his Crispers, triggering a chain of events that pulls Ikki toward their threats. At Happy Spa, Ikki encounters their patrons and witnesses a confrontation between Hideo and Shinichi, hinting at hidden tensions. Ikki resolves to aid them by returning Hideo's work badge as part of the unfolding plan.
When:2021 Where:Happy Spa
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Base reconnaissance and return of weapons
Himiko Crisper's attack at the Southern Base draws George's attention, prompting Daiji Igarashi to scout a location and verify suspicions. Separately, Rintaro is summoned to the Northern Base by Sophia to return the Kaenken Rekka to Touma Kamiyama. These moves lay the groundwork for a wider confrontation against the Crispers.
When:2021 Where:Southern Base / Northern Base
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Diablo attack and Century Break chaos
Diablo arrives and attacks the group, triggering Ikki's inner demon Vice to transform. Ryunosuke forces Hideo to fuse with him as Kamen Rider Century, but their power spirals out of control, producing the unstable Century Break. Touma and Rintaro intervene to help stabilize the situation and return the trapped father and son to normal.
When:2021 Where:Site of attack
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Shocker base discovery and Diablo’s seal
On George's orders, Daiji scours the same base to uncover Diablo's origins, discovering an old Shocker laboratory. George explains that Diablo's stamp appeared after Giff's, was stolen by Shocker, and later sealed away due to being uncontrollable. The lab becomes a focal point for the plan to exploit Diablo's weakness.
When:2021 Where:Old Shocker Laboratory
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Egyptian singularity and Khufu Crisper
A singularity rises in Egypt, signaling a new surge of danger. Yuri dispatches Ryo Ogami and Tetsuo Daishinji to confront the Khufu Crisper and slow its advance. This event expands the global scale of the crisis.
Where:Egypt
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Easter Island warning and Easter Crisper
Rintaro reports that the Edison Crisper has appeared on Easter Island and sends Kento Fukamiya and Ren Akamichi to investigate. They monitor the Crispers' star-aligned plan and prepare for a coordinated response. The discovery expands the threat across oceans.
Where:Easter Island
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Retrieval orders and a target named Diablo
George orders Hiromi Kadota and Fenix soldiers to secure Ryunosuke's new identity as Century, while Diablo arrives and declares Ryunosuke as his target. Touma holds off Diablo, creating an opportunity for Ikki to escape with Ryunosuke. The group regroups and prepares for a multi-front counterattack.
When:2021 Where:Various global locations
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Ryunosuke’s past revealed: 1971 and Shocker
Ryunosuke reveals his past as a geneticist in 1971, whose work was deemed 'demonic' and kept from society. He was recruited by Shocker to advance their experiments, including Takeshi Hongo who would become the first Kamen Rider. After Takeshi encouraged him to pursue science for good, Ryunosuke was captured and used as the first test subject for Diablo, eventually drifting into space and entering a temporal wormhole that brought him to 2071.
When:1971 Where:Shocker facility (1971)
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A plan across time: future guard and Clone Rider reveal
He explains that Diablo cannot be defeated before revival nor after gaining full form, leaving only the 2021 window to act. A complex plan unfolds: guard Ryunosuke's body in the future while time-travel teams fight across time, using Book Gate Wonder Ride Books and Ryunosuke's Cyclotron Driver. George reveals the Clone Rider System that will empower the future team to confront the Devil Rider Corps.
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The future team and the Clone Rider System
In the future, the team meets an elderly George who unveils the Clone Rider System and trains them to operate across timelines. They divide into two fronts: one protects Ryunosuke's body in the future, while the other engages Crispers worldwide using time-enabled allies. The plan edges closer to a critical confrontation.
When:2071 Where:Future / George's base
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Mount Fuji showdown and reconciliation
On Mount Fuji, Ikki transforms into Revi to face Diablo alone and is overwhelmed. Ryunosuke and Hideo reconcile in time to rescue Ikki, and their combined power helps them become the true Century. The reconciled Century's emergence shifts the timeline toward a final showdown.
When:2021 Where:Mount Fuji
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Final defeat and legacy secured
The battle culminates in 2071 as the Devil Rider Corps is eradicated and the future timeline begins to restore itself in 2021. Diablo's defeat cancels the ritual, and Takeshi's spirit thanks Ryunosuke for birthing the Kamen Rider legacy before Ryunosuke fades from existence. In memory, Hideo rides the bullet train with Shinichi, honoring his father as the world is saved.
When:2071 Where:2071 / 2021
Who Are the Main Characters in Kamen Rider: Beyond Generations?
17 characters, among them Ryunosuke Momose (Akiyoshi Nakao), Hideo Momose / Kamen Rider Century (Arata Furuta) and George Karizaki (Noritaka Hamao): who each one is and the part they play in the story. Every profile links to the actor’s page.
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Ryunosuke Momose (Akiyoshi Nakao)
Played by Akiyoshi Nakao
A young man from the future who uses the Cyclotron Driver to time-travel his consciousness to 2021 in order to save the world. He must collaborate with Hideo and become Kamen Rider Century, while contending with the limits of time travel and controlling his own powers.
- 🕰️ Protagonist
- 🗺️ Time Traveler
- 🧭 Hero
- HM
Hideo Momose / Kamen Rider Century (Arata Furuta)
Played by Arata Furuta
Hideo is Ryunosuke's father, a scientist who has a complicated past with his son. He transforms into Kamen Rider Century, but his relationship with Ryunosuke is inconsistent, fueling the narrative's emotional core.
- 🧬 Science
- 🧭 Parent-Child
- 🗡️ Rider
- GK
George Karizaki (Noritaka Hamao)
Played by Noritaka Hamao
A veteran scientist who guides Ryunosuke and coordinates efforts to confront Diablo. He unveils the Clone Rider System and connects the teams across time to safeguard the future.
- 🧪 Scientist
- 🧭 Strategist
- 🗺️ Leader
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Ikki Igarashi / Kamen Rider Revi (Kentaro Maeda)
Played by Kentaro Maeda
A Rider aligned with Ikki's own path who joins the effort against Diablo. He operates with Vice within his inner demon and fights to protect his allies.
- 🗡️ Warrior
- 🧩 Partner
- 🛡️ Rider
- TK
Touma Kamiyama / Kamen Rider Saber (Shuichiro Naito)
Played by Shuichiro Naito
A fellow Rider who provides martial support and helps hold off Diablo while the others execute a plan. He embodies steadfast determination and a willingness to sacrifice for the team.
- ⚔️ Warrior
- 🛡️ Ally
- 🗺️ Mentor
- RO
Ryo Ogami / Kamen Rider Buster (Yuki Ikushima)
Played by Yuki Ikushima
An ally Rider who contributes his strength and skills to the global resistance. He fights alongside others to repel the Crispers and protect the future.
- 🗡️ Rider
- 🧭 Ally
- 🛡️ Fighter
- SI
Sakura Igarashi / Kamen Rider Jeanne (Ayaka Imoto)
Played by Ayaka Imoto
A member of the Igarashi group who participates in the coordinated response against the Crispers. She represents the younger generation of Riders driving the mission forward.
- 🧭 Prodigy
- 🗡️ Rider
- 🕊️ Ally
- Y/
Yuri / Kamen Rider Saikou (Tomohiro Ichikawa)
Played by Tomohiro Ichikawa
A Rider who contributes to the global effort and aligns with the defense against Diablo. He forms part of the multi-team strategy to save the timeline.
- 🛡️ Protector
- 🗺️ Team Player
- 🗡️ Rider
- DI
Daiji Igarashi / Kamen Rider Vice (Subaru Kimura)
Played by Subaru Kimura
An Igarashi ally who represents another Rider in the shared mission. He adds his own strengths to the diverse group combating the demons.
- 🗡️ Rider
- 🧭 Ally
- 🛡️ Partner
- MS
Mei Sudo (Asuka Kawazu)
Played by Asuka Kawazu
A patron at Happy Spa who becomes involved in the broader events surrounding the demon invasion. She provides support and presence within the ensemble.
- 💆♀️ Civillian
- 🧭 Connection
- 🗡️ Rider Ally
- RS
Reika Shindai / Kamen Rider Sabela (Angela Mei)
Played by Angela Mei
A Rider who participates in the defense against the Crispers. She is part of the diverse Rider ensemble that unites to face Diablo.
- 🗡️ Rider
- 🛡️ Ally
- 🧭 Fighter
- KF
Kento Fukamiya / Kamen Rider Espada (Ryou Aoki)
Played by Ryou Aoki
An allied Rider who contributes to the global defense against the demons. He brings his own brand of combat to the table.
- 🗡️ Rider
- 🛡️ Fighter
- 🧭 Ally
- RA
Ren Akamichi / Kamen Rider Kenzan (Eiji Togashi)
Played by Eiji Togashi
Part of the Rider ensemble, Ren adds tactical support and combat prowess as the group fights to end Diablo's threat.
- 🗡️ Rider
- 🛡️ Fighter
- 🧭 Ally
- TD
Tetsuo Daishinji / Kamen Rider Slash (Hiroaki Oka)
Played by Hiroaki Oka
A Rider who joins the collective assault against the Crispers. His presence strengthens the defense against the demonic forces.
- ⚔️ Rider
- 🧭 Ally
- 🛡️ Fighter
- D(
Diablo (Yoji Ueda)
Played by Yoji Ueda
The demon lord whose revival is the central threat. A being of immense power, Diablo orchestrates the enemy forces across time and space.
- 🔥 Villain
- 🗡️ Opponent
- 🧭 Antagonist
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Himiko Crisper / Crisper Leader (Rica Matsumoto)
Played by Rica Matsumoto
A Crisper who launches attacks against the defenders and serves as a key antagonist within the Crisper faction. Her actions escalate the danger the Riders face.
- 👹 Villain
- 🗡️ Foe
- 🛡️ Adversary
- KC
Khufu Crisper (Tessyo Genda)
Played by Tessyo Genda
A Crisper ally who coordinates with Diablo's forces, contributing to the threat faced by the Riders in 2071.
- 👹 Villain
- 🗡️ Adversary
- 🧭 Threat
Where and When Is Kamen Rider: Beyond Generations Set?
Kamen Rider: Beyond Generations is set in Happy Spa, Southern Base, Northern Base, Shocker Laboratory (old), Easter… (2021 and 2071). Here is why the time and place matter to the story.
When
2021 and 2071
The story jumps between 2021, a present-day era where Deadmans and Diablo resurface, and a dystopian 2071 where demons dominate the world. Time travel enables consciousness to hop between centuries, creating urgency to alter the timeline. The dual timelines drive the narrative as characters race to seal Diablo's revival and safeguard the future.
Where
Happy Spa, Southern Base, Northern Base, Shocker Laboratory (old), Easter Island, Mount Fuji, Egypt
The film unfolds across multiple settings. In 2071, Earth is ravaged by demons with bases like the Southern Base serving as command hubs. The plot returns to 2021 to track sightings at Happy Spa, a Shocker laboratory, and other key sites while characters travel through places like Easter Island and Mount Fuji. These locations anchor the conflict between demon forces and the riders' human allies.
- 🌍 Apocalyptic world
- 🏭 Futuristic bases
- 🗺️ Varied locations
What Are the Themes of Kamen Rider: Beyond Generations?
4 ideas the story keeps returning to, among them Time Travel, Family and Teamwork.
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Time Travel
Time travel is the engine of the story, allowing Ryunosuke to move between 1971, 2021, and 2071. The Cyclotron Driver and Book Gate rides enable temporal shifts and urgent missions. The narrative uses these shifts to show how actions in the past affect the present and future.
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Family
The relationship between Ryunosuke and Hideo is central, revealing a troubled father-son dynamic. Their eventual reconciliation is crucial to arming Century for the final battle. The story uses family ties to motivate sacrifice and courage across time.
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Teamwork
A global coalition of Riders bands together, forming a multi-era defense against the Crispers. Characters from different timelines collaborate using the Clone Rider System and Wonder Ride Books. Their combined powers illustrate that unity defeats overwhelming evil.
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Legacy
The Rider legacy is passed through generations, with Takeshi's spirit guiding Ryunosuke. Century's birth marks a new chapter in the long fight against Diablo. The ending honors long-standing heroes and confirms that the Rider lineage endures beyond a single timeline.
What Kind of Film Is Kamen Rider: Beyond Generations?
Hopeful in tone, with fast pacing and a complex story, going by the plot summary.
- Tone
- Hopeful
- Pacing
- Fast
- Story
- Complex
- Intensity
- High
- Ending
- Bittersweet
A fast-paced, high-stakes superhero epic that blends intense global action with a melancholic and hopeful father-son redemption story, creating an emotionally resonant time-travel narrative about legacy.
- epic
- urgent
- melancholic
- action-packed
- apocalyptic
- heroic
- time travel
- father-son relationship
- superhero team-up
- saving the world
Content notes: fictional war violence, human enslavement, demonic possession, human experimentation.
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