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The genre of comedy anime has carved out a place in the anime industry. While it usually stays in the shadow of more popular genres like the shonen, shoujo, and seinen, fans have been open to enjoying a good humorous show. Currently, there are many series that have offered intense battles, emotional drama, or even psychological horror; watching these shows can get mentally exhausting.
What is more exciting about trying out a comedy anime is that anything can happen; some shows double as heartwarming family stories, others tackle magical school settings, workplace satire, or even apocalypse scenarios, all with a hilarious twist. In this article, we will cover 10 such comedy anime that will remind us of why laughter is also important.
The list of 10 comedy anime that will make you laugh out loud
1) The Disastrous Life of Saiki K.
This anime introduces us to a protagonist who is born with psychic powers. He could have ruled over the world, but he is different. Saiki just wants to live a quiet life as he is exhausted from being so powerful all the time.
But fate has other plans for him as he is constantly surrounded by eccentric characters who end up making him look like a normal guy. Finally, it is a kind of series where even the side characters end up stealing the show.
2) Gintama
Gintama is different from all the other anime mentioned in this list. The difference is that it is the longest one among them and would require commitment. Although now that is cleared up, this series is a must-watch.
The main character is Gintoki Sakata, who lives in the Edo period, where somehow aliens have invaded the planet. This anime has broken all the rules of writing and broken the fourth wall more than anyone can count. Moreover, the humor is unhinged to the point that it comes across as effortless.
Finally, Gintama is one such comedy anime that is not scared of being copyright flagged, as it has incorporated multiple references that keep the story fresh and the audience laughing.
3) Spy x Family
While Spy x Family is popularly known to be a wholesome action show, it is a must-watch show for those who are new to the world of anime and want to be part of the community. This series made it to the list because it can be watched over the weekend, and it has one of the best comedic timings in modern anime.
The main humor comes from the fact that everyone is living a double life, but except for Anya, who has the power to read minds, no one has a clue. Though still ongoing (with two seasons and a movie), Spy x Family is already a fan-favorite.
4) Ghost Stories (English Dub)
This anime is not one of the greatest anime in terms of animation or plot. Moreover, the only reason this is one of the comedy anime is because of its English Dub. Even fans who prefer original voice-overs recommend watching this series in English dub because the original Japanese version failed to capture the audience.
So, the English dub team was told they could do whatever they wanted as long as the story stayed the same. The result of giving so much power was an anime that was unhinged and absurd to the core. Finally, if someone wants to watch a show with no regard for plot, animation, pacing, and all the nitty-gritty technicalities, Ghost Stories should be given a try once.
5) Grand Blue
Grand Blue is the closest anime has come to capturing the feel of a college comedy movie. Despite the main plot of the anime being about scuba diving, most of the time, the characters are just drunk, naked, and in the middle of an absurd situation.
With recent news about this anime releasing a new season, now is a great time to give this show a watch. Although the show is directed towards young adults and above, young audiences should wait to fully understand the enjoy this comedy anime.
6) Zom 100: Bucket List of the Dead
If you’ve ever fantasized about quitting your job and doing whatever you want, Zom 100 is for you. The story is about a burnt-out salaryman who wakes up one day to realise that there is an outbreak of Zombies in the world.
Rather than being petrified, he feels free to do whatever he wants and lives his life on his terms for the first time. The humor is rooted in how joyful Akira is about society collapsing. With only one season of the show, it can be binge-watched and enjoyed.
7) Witch Watch
This anime is perfect for those who love magic with a side of everyday chaos and a little bit of romance. The story is about Nico, who is a witch, and she is sent to live with her childhood friend Morihito, who is an ogre, and given the responsibility to protect her.
The twist is that she is in love with him, and he is just focused on the task. Moreover, the anime does not shy away from referencing other popular shows like Demon Slayer, JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure, and more.
Even the side characters have a good addition to the plot, and the comedic timing is spot on. It is one of the newer series, and is recommended for those who want to be part of the current trend or just enjoy silly romance in the form of a comedy anime.
8) One Punch Man
It is a popular superhero anime in which the main character is the strongest after working out every day. What happens when someone gets so powerful that they have no one left to battle with? That is the main character, Saitama.
Now that he can almost beat anyone with just a single punch, no fight feels exciting anymore. To add to the humor of the series, it is the side characters that carry the show, and except for the protagonist, everyone is over the top and is giving their best to beat every monster they face. And with a third season on the way, fans can’t wait.
9) Haven’t You Heard? I’m Sakamoto
Haven’t You Heard? I’m Sakamoto is the ultimate “cool guy” parody. The comedy anime works because it lies in how ridiculously perfect he is. He slides down stair railings in slow motion, defeats delinquents using nothing but a ruler, and turns mundane actions into art.
His very existence breaks the logic of the school around him. And with just 12 episodes, it can be enjoyed in one sitting, as this short comedy anime is easy to watch and highly relatable.
10) Mashle: Magic and Muscles
Imagine Harry Potter meets One Punch Man is how fans describe this comedy anime. In a world where everyone can wield magic, Mash is someone who has to overcome all the odds against her with the power of working out. All his life, he has undergone extreme workouts as training and become the strongest character.
To add to the humour, he is enrolled in a school where children come to learn magic, and he has to maintain a facade of being a fellow student who also wields magic. It is one such comedy anime that is fast-paced and full of parodies.
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Final thoughts
Whether you're into absurd slapstick, supernatural comedy, or social satire, these comedy anime prove that laughter is universal. We cannot end this article without naming a few honorable mentions under the comedy anime category that are also equally funny: My Deer Friend Nokotan, The Devil is a Part-Timer!, Golden Boy, and Arakawa Under the Bridge. Try one (or all!) of them, you might just discover your new favorite mood-lifter.
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