The first season of Mr. Osomatsu, the surreal comedy that revived Fujio Akatsuka's beloved sextuplet brothers for a new generation, is now available to stream on both YouTube and Crunchyroll. This 25-episode run, which originally aired in Fall 2015, is fully accessible with both English dub and subtitle options, allowing fans to binge the entire finished series.
Produced by Studio Pierrot, the anime celebrates the legacy of Akatsuka's original Osomatsu-kun while injecting a heavy dose of meta-humor and parody. The series centers on the titular Matsuno sextuplets, now adults who refuse to grow up, navigating bizarre situations with a cast of eccentric characters. Its blend of gag humor and surreal, often dark, satire earned it a solid 7.92 rating on MyAnimeList from over 70,000 voters.
Mr. Osomatsu made waves for its audacious humor, even leading to controversy. The third episode's parody of Anpanman was reanimated after complaints, and the first episode, packed with numerous parodies, was entirely removed from streaming services and Japanese Blu-ray releases due to potential copyright issues. This willingness to push boundaries is a hallmark of the series and a key part of its appeal.
This release is a significant opportunity for fans to experience the show that redefined the Osomatsu-kun franchise. The series' unique brand of absurdism and its commentary on otaku culture resonated widely, spawning multiple sequels, films, and spin-offs. Its availability on major platforms with English audio makes it an essential watch for fans of gag comedy and meta-commentary.
