What episode is "Execution" in Death Note?
"Execution" is episode 17 of Death Note.
Spoiler-Safe Summary
safe readL and Soichiro execute a plan to uncover the identities involved with Kira, leading to surprising conclusions. Meanwhile, behind the scenes, powerful figures plot next moves in a high-stakes game involving the Death Note.
Full Plot Summary
spoilersIn a last bid to determine if Light and Misa are the two Kiras, L and Soichiro stage a stunt in which Light's father attempts to kill Light and then himself out of shame. Seeing Light and Misa's reactions to it, L intervenes and announces that he no longer suspects them of being Kira, although he is still suspicious over the fact that Misa's DNA was found on the audio tapes. Misa is released, but Light continues working on the Kira case. L and Watari move the investigation team's headquarters to a new building inside the city. Elsewhere, Rem speaks to a mysterious businessman about the Death Note. Eight businessmen then plan the next murder Kira will commit in order for the Yotsuba Group to excel in the market.
Episode FAQ
4 quick answersIs "Execution" canon or filler?
"Execution" is listed as canon in the current AnimeAnchor guide.
What story arc is "Execution" part of?
"Execution" is part of the First Half: Kira's Reign Arc.
Can I read this without spoilers?
Yes. Start with the spoiler-safe summary, then reveal the full plot only when you want the complete episode breakdown.
Series Cast
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L main 
Light Yagami main 
Halle Lidner supporting 
Misa Amane supporting 
Near supporting 
Rem supporting 
Ryuk supporting 
Sayu Yagami supporting 
Soichiro Yagami supporting 
Touta Matsuda supporting 
Watari supporting 
Higuchi antagonist 
Mello antagonist