Pingu in the City
6.7
Quality Score
0.99 (Positive)
Audience Mood
2 / 10
Controversy
5,176
MAL Ratings
Synopsis
Pingu continues his misadventures in the big city, now with even more different jobs for him to mess up as a result of his adorable clumsiness and affinity for mischief. Join him on his curious capers as he wreaks havoc across the city.
Audience Consensus
The audience generally views 'Pingu in the City' (2018) positively, especially noting its improvement over the first season. Reviewers appreciate its wholesome nature, moral lessons, and simple storytelling. Some find the emphasis on the "city" setting to be somewhat disjointed, but overall, the show is considered a charming and educational experience, even if it is underappreciated by a wider audience.
Strengths
- Improved over the first season with a looser approach and more dynamic storytelling.
- Strong moral lessons and ethical themes presented in a simple and accessible way.
- Good variety of jobs and adventures for Pingu, expanding the world beyond just the city.
- The show has a sense of community due to the inclusion of sister Pinga and new friends.
- Expressiveness of animation gets closer to the original claymation series.
- The new season of Pingu is a decent wholesome fest that doesn't get much recognition
Weaknesses
- The city setting feels somewhat disconnected from the overall adventures.
- The show's short episodes can feel limited in content.
- The show is often overlooked and not taken seriously by the general public.