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Downtown no Gaki no Tsukai ya Arahende!!

1989 – nowShow37 seasons1700 episodes

Action & AdventureComedy
91
ExcellentGoodWatch score
IMDb9.1

A nostalgic, fast-paced comedy series about show business and pop culture.

Good for friends night · party vibe · teens

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Not for big ideas, tears or romance.

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Story

A Japanese variety show hosted by popular Japanese owarai duo, Downtown, with comedian Hōsei Tsukitei (formerly known as Hōsei Yamasaki) and owarai duo Cocorico co-hosting.

Feels like

  • Iconic Japanese Variety Show
  • High-Energy Physical Comedy
  • Nostalgic 90s/00s Pop Culture
  • Chaotic Studio Atmosphere
  • Endurance Challenges & Pranks
  • Witty Banter & Improv
  • Cult Following in Japan
  • Loud & Obnoxious Humor
  • Behind-the-Scenes Showbiz Gossip

Cast

5 of 5 · most episodes first

Facts

October 3, 1989 · March 16, 2025 · Still running

First aired
October 3, 1989
Latest episode
March 16, 2025
Status
Still running
Length
37 seasons · 1700 episodes
Content
Strong Language, Violence
Genres
Action & Adventure, Comedy, Talk
Original language
Japanese
Made in
Japan

Q&A

5 questions, like "Is Downtown no Gaki no Tsukai ya Arahende!! worth watching?"

Questions about Downtown no Gaki no Tsukai ya Arahende!!

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Is Downtown no Gaki no Tsukai ya Arahende!! worth watching?

91
ExcellentGoodWatch score

Yes, it's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 91 (IMDb 9.1).

How long does it take to watch Downtown no Gaki no Tsukai ya Arahende!!?

850 h

About 850 hours: 1700 episodes in 37 seasons of about 30 minutes each since 1989, and it's still in production.

Will Downtown no Gaki no Tsukai ya Arahende!! make me laugh?

Funny

Yes: the humor is mostly situational comedy (9 of 10) and slapstick (8 of 10).

Can I half-watch Downtown no Gaki no Tsukai ya Arahende!!?

Easy watchDemanding

Yes: it's easy to follow, with meta narrative at only 3 of 10, and the viewing guide calls it good for background watching.

Is Downtown no Gaki no Tsukai ya Arahende!! in English?

Japanese

No, it was made in Japanese.