Laughing Under the Clouds is now streaming on Hulu and Crunchyroll, offering the complete 12-episode run with both English dub and subtitle options. The series, animated by Doga Kobo, plunges into late 19th-century Japan, following the eldest of three brothers tasked with escorting prisoners to a formidable new prison.
Based on Karakasa-ren's manga, the story blends historical action with supernatural elements as the brothers confront both human and otherworldly threats. While its MAL score sits at a 7.46, the show provides a concise, self-contained narrative perfect for a weekend binge, focusing on themes of family duty and swordsmanship.
The series originally aired in Fall 2014. A sequel film, Donten: Laughing Under the Clouds - Gaiden: Chapter 1 - One Year After the Battle, was released in 2017, continuing the story of the Kumo brothers.
