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Osomatsu-kun

1966 – 1967Show1 season60 episodes

AnimationComedy
70
GoodGoodWatch score
IMDb7.0
70
GoodGoodWatch score
IMDb7.0

Summary

The first animated adaptation of the 1960s gag manga series, focusing on the adventures of the identical 10-year-old Matsuno sextuplets, led by the titular brother himself. Aside from the Matsunos, the series also showcases the tales of their rival Chibita, and the constantly job-switching conman Iyami.

Good for

  • Family movie night
  • Friends night
  • Kids

Where to watch

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Not for scares, tears or big ideas.

Shows with

Cast

8 of 8 · most episodes first

Facts

February 5, 1966 · March 25, 1967 · Ended

First aired
February 5, 1966
Last aired
March 25, 1967
Status
Ended
Length
1 season · 60 episodes
Genres
Animation, Comedy
Original language
Japanese
Made in
Japan
Available in
12 countries

Tropes

Uncatty Resemblance, Beach Episode, Hurricane of Puns +9

Q&A

7 questions, like "Where can I stream Osomatsu-kun?"

Questions about Osomatsu-kun

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Osomatsu-kun?

Crunchyroll

In the United States, Osomatsu-kun streams on Crunchyroll. It also streams in 11 other countries.

Is Osomatsu-kun worth watching?

70
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly, it's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 70 (IMDb 7).

Is Osomatsu-kun okay for kids?

Yes: the viewing guide lists it for kids.

Will Osomatsu-kun make me laugh?

Funny

Yes: the humor is mostly slapstick (8 of 10) and absurd humor (8 of 10).

Can I half-watch Osomatsu-kun?

Easy watchDemanding

Yes: it's easy to follow, with complexity at only 2 of 10, and the viewing guide calls it good for background watching.

Is Osomatsu-kun in English?

Japanese

No, it was made in Japanese.

What tropes does Osomatsu-kun use?

Uncatty ResemblanceBeach EpisodeHurricane of PunsExact WordsFaceshipOndoIdentical Panel GagLove DodecahedronDeterminatorI'll Pretend I Didn't Hear ThatBragging Theme TuneDenser and Wackierand 53 more

TV Tropes lists 65 tropes for it, including Uncatty Resemblance, Beach Episode, and Hurricane of Puns.