Netflix has become a treasure trove for anime enthusiasts, especially those seeking a good laugh. Here are seven of the funniest comedy anime series you can stream on Netflix today:
Spy x Family
Synopsis: Top spy Twilight must take on a mission that requires him to “build a family.” He adopts a little girl, Anya, whom he doesn’t realize is a telepath, and enters a marriage of convenience with Yor, an assassin. They manage family struggles with each other all while hiding their true selves from one another
What to Know: The series blends espionage, action, and family drama, creating a one-of-a-kind storyline. Each family member’s personality and secrets are varied, resulting in comical and heartwarming moments.
Dandadan
Two high school students with diametrically opposed beliefs in the supernatural, Momo Ayase and Ken Takakura, pair up in an effort to prove the other wrong. Their misadventures take them into absurd and humorous encounters with aliens and wraiths.
Why To Watch: Dandadan is a unique mix of horror comedy. (A budding skeptic and a believer, the dynamic between Momo and Ken makes for some amusing moments, and the fast-paced storytelling keeps viewers engaged throughout.)
Ouran High School Host Club
Synopsis: When Haruhi Fujioka, a scholarship student at the elite Ouran Academy, accidentally breaks a vase worth millions belonging to the school’s host club, she must become a host herself to pay it off. To pay off her debt, she dons boyish attire and works as a host to female clients.
Why you should watch: A reverse harem satire, the jokey banter and funny situations make the series a worthy watch. Haruhi’s interactions with the eccentric host club members makes for an endless well of comedy.
Sakamoto Days
Synopsis: Taro Sakamoto was one of the most ruthless hitmen in his prime, but he’s since retired and now works as a convenience store clerk to lead a quiet life. His past eventually comes back to haunt him, creating a number of laugh-out-loud moments as he struggles to balance his family life with his old assassin ways.
Why to Watch: Sakamoto’s lethal abilities contrasted with mundane tasks leads to a fun comedic premise. The series gives a comic spin on the obstacles faced by those trying to shake off an infamous past.
The Disastrous Life of Saiki K.
Synopsis: High school student Kusuo Saiki owns a vast range of psychic powers. He has powers, but he wants to live a normal life, only to constantly find himself hindered by his eccentric classmates and unforeseen situations.
Why To Watch: A comic discovery of the burdens of superhero trappings. Saiki’s deadpan responses to ludicrous situations and his attempts to conceal his powers make for consistent humor.
The Way of the Househusband
Synopsis: Former Yakuza legend “The Immortal Dragon”, Tatsu ditches his life of crime to become a full-time homemaker. The hilarity ensues as his intense, gangster persona collides with his methodical, mundane household chores.
Why to Watch: The show does a good job giving us a funny perspective on the dichotomy between Tatsu’s rough exterior and his day-to-day responsibilities in the home. Every episode is packed with deadpan humor and smart situations that poke fun at the challenges of adjusting to a new way of living.
Ranma ½
Plot Summary: Ranma Saotome, a martial artist, falls into a cursed spring while training. As a result, he turns into a girl when splashed with cold water and back to a boy when splashed with hot water. This sets off a chain of comedic misadventures as he balances life with his fiancée, Akane Tendo, and a cast of ridiculous amoebas.
Why You Should Watch This Anime: This classic anime is a fantastic blend of martial arts action and romantic comedy. The premise of gender-bending is filled with opportunities for comedy, and the relationship between Ranma and Akane is more in-depth than most stories.
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