The complete first season of Tiger & Bunny is now streaming on Hulu and Netflix, complete with English dub and subtitle options. This Sunrise-produced series offers a fresh take on the superhero genre, set in Stern Bild City where powered individuals known as NEXT fight crime for public acclaim on the reality show Hero TV.
What sets Tiger & Bunny apart is its focus on seasoned heroes past their prime, grappling with corporate sponsorships and declining relevance. The story centers on Kotetsu T. Kaburagi, or "Wild Tiger," a veteran hero whose inability to cooperate with partners jeopardizes his career. The series blends action with a cynical look at celebrity culture and branding.
From the acclaimed Studio Sunrise, the team behind Gundam and Cowboy Bebop, Tiger & Bunny earned a 7.83 rating on MyAnimeList from over 95,000 voters. It delves into themes of aging, public image, and the complexities of teamwork among its diverse cast of characters, each backed by their own corporate sponsors.
With all 25 episodes of the original run available, viewers can now experience the full arc of Stern Bild City's heroes. The series' enduring popularity led to multiple films and a sequel, Tiger & Bunny 2, making this a prime opportunity to dive into the foundational story.
