Mr. Osomatsu
Synopsis
The majority of the Matsuno household is comprised of six identical siblings: self-centered leader Osomatsu, manly Karamatsu, voice of reason Choromatsu, cynical Ichimatsu, hyperactive Juushimatsu, and lovable Todomatsu. Despite each one of them being over the age of 20, they are incredibly lazy and have absolutely no motivation to get a job, choosing to live as NEETs instead. In the rare occurrence that they try to look for employment and are somehow able to land an interview, their unique personalities generally lead to their swift rejection. From trying to pick up girlfriends to finding the perfect job, the daily activities of the Matsuno brothers are never dull as they go on all sorts of crazy, and often downright bizarre, adventures. Though they desperately search for a way to improve their social standing, it won't be possible if they can't survive the various challenges that come with being sextuplets! [Written by MAL Rewrite]
Audience Consensus
Osomatsu-san is a divisive comedy anime. While many appreciate its unique and crude humor, parodies, and absurd situations, others find it difficult to connect with due to its strong Japanese cultural references and lack of a serious plot. Some find the characters unlikeable or the jokes repetitive, leading to a polarized viewing experience.
Strengths
- Unique and refreshing comedy style.
- Enjoyable for those tired of typical anime tropes.
- Strong voice acting and sound design.
- Retro art style is appealing and easy to animate.
Weaknesses
- Crude humor may be off-putting to some viewers.
- Humor may not translate well to international audiences.
- Lack of overarching plot can be a drawback for some.
- Repetitive jokes.
- Unlikable characters.
- Jokes can be dragged on for too long.