What episode is "Performance" in Death Note?
"Performance" is episode 21 of Death Note.
Spoiler-Safe Summary
safe readMisa is contacted by Rem and learns crucial information about being the second Kira after meeting the suspicious third Kira, Kyosuke Higuchi, whom she then investigates through a risky date, leading to unexpected discoveries that raise suspicion from L.
Full Plot Summary
spoilersThe third Kira sets his eyes on Misa after meeting her. While Misa is taking a break from meeting with the Yotsuba Group, Rem contacts her. Misa is able to see the shinigami, but her memories of being the second Kira do not return upon touching a portion of the Death Note that Rem has brought her. Rem then tells Misa about everything that has happened and that she must trust Light lest she be killed. Upon re-entering the room, she spots who the third Kira must be: Kyosuke Higuchi. Misa goes on a date with him and is able to obtain proof that Higuchi is the criminal L is looking for. Her ease in determining who Kira is leaves L very suspicious, since he could not deduce it himself.
Episode FAQ
4 quick answersIs "Performance" canon or filler?
"Performance" is listed as canon in the current AnimeAnchor guide.
What story arc is "Performance" part of?
"Performance" is part of the Second Half: Confrontation 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