Kaguya-sama: Love is War

A-1 Pictures Winter 2019
ComedyRomanceSchoolSeinen
8.4
Quality Score
0.15 (Mild Positive)
Audience Mood
7 / 10
Controversy
1,200,727
MAL Ratings

Synopsis

At the renowned Shuchiin Academy, Miyuki Shirogane and Kaguya Shinomiya are the student body's top representatives. Ranked the top student in the nation and respected by peers and mentors alike, Miyuki serves as the student council president. Alongside him, the vice president Kaguya—eldest daughter of the wealthy Shinomiya family—excels in every field imaginable. They are the envy of the entire student body, regarded as the perfect couple. However, despite both having already developed feelings for the other, neither are willing to admit them. The first to confess loses, will be looked down upon, and will be considered the lesser. With their honor and pride at stake, Miyuki and Kaguya are both equally determined to be the one to emerge victorious on the battlefield of love! [Written by MAL Rewrite]

Audience Consensus

Audience opinions are divided on Kaguya-sama: Love is War. Some praise its comedic timing, stylish direction, and character synergy, while others criticize its repetitive jokes, shallow characters, and thin plot. The show is considered overhyped by some, leading to disappointment despite its initial appeal.

Strengths

  • Stylistic direction and audiovisual flair enhance the comedic timing.
  • Characters have great synergy and chemistry, making the antics enjoyable.
  • Unconventional approach to the rom-com genre offers a fresh experience.

Weaknesses

  • Repetitive jokes and gags become stale, lacking originality.
  • Characters are often one-dimensional tropes with little development.
  • The plot is thin, relying on contrived scenarios and forced drama.
  • Overhyped by the community, leading to disappointment for some viewers.
  • Dubbing is poorly done, with excessive explanations that feel like filler.
Available on: Crunchyroll, Netflix, iQ (availability varies by region)