If you loved
Psycho-Pass
Series · 2012
If Psycho-Pass captivated you, it is because you are fascinated by how technology and surveillance systems redefine the concepts of justice.
Books on the same thread
Empire
Orson Scott Card · Book · 2007
Like Psycho-Pass, this political thriller examines the fragility of order and the terrifying potential for social collapse when power structures are manipulated for control within a disturbing future.
Feed
M. T. Anderson · Book · 2012
If the technological dependence in Psycho-Pass intrigued you, this story offers a similar critique of how constant digital integration erodes individual agency and social consciousness in a dystopian world.
Largo Desolato
Václav Havel · Book · 1987
This play mirrors the police state atmosphere found in Psycho-Pass, focusing on the absurdity of political oppression and the constant struggle for intellectual freedom under a pervasive, corrupt regime.
The Starless Crown
James Rollins · Book · 2022
Fans of the predictive elements in Psycho-Pass will appreciate how this narrative uses apocalyptic prophecy to force characters into a desperate quest to uncover secrets hidden within their past.
Films on the same thread
Ghost in the Shell
Mamoru Oshii · Film · 1995
This quintessential cyberpunk film shares the existential questions of identity and the dangers of brain-hacking that make the technological landscape of Psycho-Pass so haunting and thought-provoking for the viewer.
Equilibrium
Film · 2002
Much like the enforcement officers in Psycho-Pass, the protagonist here must confront the morality of a totalitarian system that demands total emotional suppression to maintain its version of peace.
Akira
Katsuhiro Otomo · Film · 1988
The government conspiracies and psychic instability featured here echo the darker, high-stakes investigations into human potential and societal control that drive the tension throughout the Psycho-Pass series.
Minority Report
Steven Spielberg · Film · 2002
This film is the perfect companion to Psycho-Pass as it directly explores the ethical nightmare of a society that utilizes precognitive technology to arrest individuals for crimes before they happen.
Podcasts on the same thread
CounterClock
Audiochuck · Podcast · 2025
If Psycho-Pass hit, CounterClock shares the thread.
The Telepathy Tapes
Ky Dickens · Podcast · 2026
This exploration of consciousness and human potential complements the scientific and philosophical inquiries found in Psycho-Pass, offering a unique perspective on the hidden capabilities of the human mind.
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Common questions
What is the premise of Psycho-Pass?
Set in 2113, Psycho-Pass follows a society where individuals undergo mandatory brain scans. These scans determine the probability of a person committing a crime, leading to the immediate apprehension or elimination of those deemed a threat by the system.
Is Psycho-Pass set in the future?
Yes, Psycho-Pass takes place in the year 2113. The narrative centers on a futuristic society that relies on advanced brain-scanning technology to identify and neutralize potential criminals before they actually commit any illegal acts.
How are criminals handled in Psycho-Pass?
In the world of Psycho-Pass, individuals identified as potential criminals through brain scans are processed by the system. Depending on the results of these scans, these individuals are either apprehended by authorities or killed to maintain social order.
What determines if someone is a criminal in Psycho-Pass?
In Psycho-Pass, criminality is determined by brain scans that measure the likelihood of a person committing a crime. If an individual fails these scans, they are classified as a threat and subjected to state-sanctioned apprehension or lethal force.