The Disastrous Life of Saiki K. (2016–2018) User Reviews

LAUGH OUT LOUD!! The "Most Underrated" Anime of 2016.

[mobinm-mohanan · 8/10 · 29 January 2017]

Saiki Kusuo no Ψ-nan(TV) AKA 'The Disastrous Life of Saiki K.' is a Japanese gag anime based on the manga of the same name by Shūichi Asō. Kusuo Saiki is a high school student who was born with all manner of psychic abilities, including telepathy, psychokinesis, teleportation, and more. Despite having all these powers, Saiki faces all kinds of hardships and tries to avoid attention as much as possible. The story follows Saiki as he attempts to secretly use his powers to live a normal high school life while dealing with his less than ordinary classmates at P.K. Academy.

Story: 8/10

There isn't any rigid story-line or synopsis. Saiki is more out to be a slice-of-life comedy anime.

Animation: 8/10

Animation is good. The characters are well made to fit in their comic roles.

Voice & Score: 9/10

The voice actors are doing a really great job, although the dialogue is pretty fast sometimes and it may be a little hard to follow, but it is understandable for such a short anime. The intro song is very short , but it is catchy and fits the anime. The background music, also, fills the scenes nicely.

Characters: 10/10

They are core of the anime. Each and every one of them are quite hilarious(especially Kaidou and Nendou). The protagonist himself is the center of this 'flood'.

Entertainment: 10/10

I mean you can't possibly count the gags and comic situations in this anime. The more you laugh, the more you forget about the previous ones. This makes the anime a watchable one to its very end.

Overall: 10/10

I'm trying to be honest here that 'The Disastrous Life of Saiki K.' is 'Most Underrated' Anime of 2016. It didn't receive quite an appreciation or recognition from the anime audience. But those who had watched the anime hail the series with unanimous positive responses. As for enjoyment, Saiki Kusuo no Ψ-nan will definitely make you laugh with its hilarious jokes, interactions and characters! I sincerely suggest you guys to watch this 'awesome-flick' and laugh out loud!! :))

Almost a perfect anime

[mrsupermoiveman · 9/10 · 20 July 2019]

My god I had such a fun time watching this anime. The japanese humor in this series is just gold. Mainly focusing on beeing non enthusiastic in every situation which to me is hilarius. But of you don´t really like anime or thinking about trying this as your first it might not be a good idea. Definetly not for everyone. Only thing that did not give it 10 stars was that some episodes where really not that great compared to others.

Hilarious Comedy Centered Around (Possibly) Anime's Strongest Character

[JabbaTheHans · 9/10 · 9 November 2018]

Saiki has ultra strong psychic abilities, which makes me dare say that he is the most powerful anime character of all time (even more powerful than One Punch Man or Goku). However, trying to live your life as an ordinary kid among ordinary people will surely produce so much tension-- which is the where The Disastrous Life of Saiki K revolves around.

Saiki is a very introverted, extremely self-reliant, boring teen, but his commentaries and how people (and animals) interact all around him make this show hilarious.

The show does not follow a linear storyline and features several mini-episodes for each 24-minute episode. There is no culminating plot and the series doesn't require you to invest too much time to see the next episodes to understand a grand story. This anime is light to watch and is very entertaining and enjoyable. Highly recommended anime!

Amazing

[tomcrew-52093 · 10/10 · 5 January 2019]

One day I was scrolling through netflix and that's when I saw disastrous life of saiki k and it sounded really ironic but I was dead wrong this show is most funniest anime I have seen in my life, i have watched this show three times and every time has been incredible

Saiki Kusuo) is the main protagonist of the series who has all kinds of ESP-related abilities. He usually avoids getting into troublesome situations. His trademark appearances contain his green-tinted glasses and two pink antennas located slightly above each ear which have the function of limiting his power

I Found Happiness.

[lastmanstand · 10/10 · 13 October 2019]

I was looking for something uplifting, so, my girlfriend suggested this beautiful show to me, and guess what? I binged it like a maniac. The colourful characters and the topsy-turvy life of Saiki K is so enjoyable it can lift anyone up, usually I also keep an eye on the technicalities but I just couldn't while watching it. This show gave me happiness and I can't thank the creators enough!

Very fun and funny

[doomedmac · 8/10 · 15 May 2021]

This is the first anime I've watched that is entirely comedy-centered, and I have to say that I like it a lot.

Brilliant.

[invisibleunicornninja · 10/10 · 23 October 2018]

This is one of the funniest things that I've ever seen, and I watch a lot of comedy. Every single element about this show works, from the great voice acting, to the comedic timing, to the characters, to the magic, to the simplistic art style that helps make the actual animation more intricate and fluid. I would highly recommend watching this show.

I don't have anything else to say except for redundant praise regarding literally every aspect of the show.

One of my favorite anime series'

[torraelfearz · 10/10 · 3 November 2018]

I really like how the creators mixed fantasy, comedy and romance. I don't often watch shows that fall under the romance genre but I really enjoy this one. I love the characters and setting, definitely recommend!

Funniest anime since Gintama.

[kwesib-32179 · 10/10 · 27 July 2020]

Saiki K is one of anime's greatest comedies that is less known despite being acknowledged as one of the greatest ongoing animes. Check all the funniest animes and I'm shocked to notice that this series still does not have the fame it deserves. It must be on par with gintama. The show appears first not to take itself seriously as most things are rushed through in the early episodes but it does one thing perfectly- makes you laugh on the turn of every single episode. Never have I enjoyed any anime comedy like this. The D.L. of Saiki K made me laugh so hard. The main character Kusuo is not the funniest centre of the show unlike Gintama, school days, or Toradora. The true gold of the show are the side characters: Nendou and co. So much attention is given to a large side characters who never disappoint and really make us laugh our hearts out. For Saiki having such abilities, one will think there will be main villain or something but no. Rarely is there a bad guy threatening the protagonists. Instead the show focuses on the slice of life, and really works on the comedy. What I like about this comedy is that it doesn't invest too much in parodies such as race jokes, poking other countries, anime titles, movies, etc. Instead the anime focuses on its own unique way of comedy and trust me it will really make you laugh. The animation is great and the pacing is great. However, more sequels should be released quickly because there is a whole lot of great arcs that can be taken from the manga. However, this anime is still stereotypical as art styles for black characters suck hard! Zolbe Kageyukouji is given a terrible art style. His lips for instance is the same as Takahasi's which is described as ugly by everyone in the show. That's very disappointing for these great Japanese shows. Look at Kilik Rung of Soul Eater and some blacks in Bleach. These are worthy of emulation. Zolbe also has those typical stereotypical ghetto character. Japanese artists and writers must really step up because there are a lot of black people who love anime but many turn away in disappointment because of silly blunders like these.Every single episode made me laugh.

My favourite comdey anime !

[ahmdalhwdany · 27 March 2021]

This is hilarious show full of hilarious moment from episode 1 episode 100 i cant stop watching this hilarious Great show .

Gets tedious

[300Megahertz · 6/10 · 19 August 2020]

After the first few episodes, I thought to myself that this could very well be the funniest show I have ever watched. The humour was spot on, and the development of Kusuo's stoic character and the exploration of his powers (and its limitations) was creative and interesting.

Now, for Kusuo it is very important that others (especially his classmates) don't find out about his powers because that would create all sorts of problems for him. But this also somewhat ruins the show because after a while, all it is about is how Kusuo finds creative ways (by abusing his powers) to avoid his classmates, instead of just telling them that he doesn't want to hang around with them. For example, there is a girl who clearly likes him, but instead of just telling her that he isn't interested, he plays the very cruel game of just avoiding her and playing mean tricks on her.

At this point, he ist just getting obnxious, and the show gets tedious to watch as most of the episodes just feel the same. The supporting characters only fasten the demise. The initial humour is completely gone.

Watched over someones shoulder, kept watching after they left.

[notthesmurf · 8/10 · 23 September 2018]

The writing and story really works and is rather amusing.

Even if you drop in at a random episode like I did originally then this series just works. Well worth worth a few minutes of your time to check out even if you are not a anime fan.

Funny but has a few problems

[enarttong · 7/10 · 30 May 2021]

Generally Saiki Kusuo no Psi Nan is very clever with its humor but there were some running gags that dragged the show down. Toritsuka constantly trying to harass female students and Saiki messing with his plans isn't funny. It seemed to be making light predatory behavior. Also what's with all the male characters trying to look for dirty magazines (reguardless of whether or not they are present) whenever they visit each other's houses? The only time it actually makes sense is when Kaidou's mom is looking for them in his room. And Teruhashi's brother? His infatuation with his sister feels more creepy than funny.

Overall though, the show is excellent. Saiki's constant sarcastic monologue and fourth wall breaking contributes a lot to the unique feel and humor of the show. The way his powers over complicate his life instead of helping him is a nice change of pace to other shows. All the characters are over exaggerated anime stereotypes, and the show isn't afraid to make fun of anime tropes. It's very self aware to the point that characters are conscious that they are watched by an audience. I've never seen anything so wonderfully weird, but it's a shame that there seem to be no boundaries of what it'll make fun of.

Ehhh humour seems a bit much...

[Irishchatter · 3/10 · 20 September 2018]

I thought the jokes on this were way too overpowering, maybe its the fact I don't get some humour but clearly for this one, I just couldn't just always laugh at. I mean there are bits to laugh at but most of it were not at all that funny. Dissapointed this anime didn't do the good for me but oh well...

Farewell (from now) Saiki Kusuo you will be missed

[phanthinga · 10/10 · 14 January 2019]

I just watch The Disastrous Life of Saiki K. Final Arc a 2 episode special that meant to be the finale of this brilliant comedy show and let's just say the big cliffhanger of the finale leave a lot to be desired cause in the end Saiki still got his psychic abilities despite his attempt to get rid of it once and for all to live peacefully as a normal human being so naturally it kinda weird for an anime to end with such unsatisfied ending but there also two chapter left from the manga that answer that question and open for a potential new story so I hope once day we can all see a new misadventure of Saiki and his friend in college

This is one heck of an amazing anime!

[gamecaster · 10/10 · 24 August 2018]

This anime is incredibely funny! The jokes and the stories are always out of this world! I got so addicted this anime that I finished watching the first season (24 episodes) in just 1 day and I never do that so that's amazing!

One of the good unique story

[akarunkumar-48613 · 10/10 · 1 July 2021]

It's kind of - the main character is roasting everyone in the anime. It's fun to watch. Enjoyed very much.

Really funny character and situational humor

[trcky1 · 9/10 · 14 May 2019]

Saiki's powers and introversion compound one another in this comedy series. I love that the episodes are mostly self contained so you can pick up at different episodes without missing too much of the story, although you might miss some of the character profession arcs.

There is a little dialogue humor as well, but not as much as the character and situational humor. Watch the first episode and you'll be able to tell immediately if this series is for you. It's totally great for me.

Funniest anime i have seen

[akiahorn · 10/10 · 13 March 2019]

All of the charecters are so amazing and so funny i would recommend this anime to anyone who likes comedy i have watched this anime 3 times and i still love it so much. 10/10

Every single episode made me laugh.

[kwesib-32179 · 10/10 · 25 July 2020]

Saiki K is one of anime's greatest comedies that is less known despite being acknowledged as one of the greatest ongoing animes. Check all the funniest animes and I'm shocked to notice that this series still does not have the fame it deserves. It must be on par with gintama. The show appears first not to take itself seriously as most things are rushed through in the early episodes but it does one thing perfectly- makes you laugh on the turn of every single episode. Never have I enjoyed any anime comedy like this. The D.L. of Saiki K made me laugh so hard. The main character Kusuo is not the funniest centre of the show unlike Gintama, school days, or Toradora. The true gold of the show are the side characters: Nendou and co. So much attention is given to a large side characters who never disappoint and really make us laugh our hearts out. For Saiki having such abilities, one will think there will be main villain or something but no. Rarely is there a bad guy threatening the protagonists. Instead the show focuses on the slice of life, and really works on the comedy. What I like about this comedy is that it doesn't invest too much in parodies such as race jokes, poking other countries, anime titles, movies, etc. Instead the anime focuses on its own unique way of comedy and trust me it will really make you laugh. The animation is great and the pacing is great. However, more sequels should be released quickly because there is a whole lot of great arcs that can be taken from the manga. However, this anime is still stereotypical as art styles for black characters suck hard! Zolbe Kageyukouji is given a terrible art style. His lips for instance is the same as Takahasi's which is described as ugly by everyone in the show. That's very disappointing for these great Japanese shows. Look at Kilik Rung of Soul Eater and some blacks in Bleach. These are worthy of emulation. Zolbe also has those typical stereotypical ghetto character. Japanese artists and writers must really step up because there are a lot of black people who love anime but many turn away in disappointment because of silly blunders like these.

Excellent 1st season... but pretty much drops off from there.

[Thundertheboltybolt · 6/10 · 9 March 2021]

I loved this show's first season. It was probably the funniest animes I have ever watched although beyond the midway point of season 2, it kind of falls into mediocrity. If you want to have the most enjoyable experience, you should probably watch it until mid-season 2. Beyond that, you won't be missing much.

The show had a brilliant and funny premise of a kid called Saiki Kusuo who has powers that possibly rival character's like Goku but rather than being arrogant like your average hero, he is very down to earth and hates attention. You also have other characters such as Teruhashi and Nendo who were also very enjoyayble and funny... however, here comes the first flaw of the show.

By season 3, it has too much characters! Many appearances that by the end of season 2 ended up feeling forced, unnatural or out of the blue as if the writers just remembered about some of the character's existence. Another flaw to do with characters was flanderization (when a character trait is so exaggerated, it becomes the character.) Characters like Nendo got dumber and dumber and Teruhashi became more vulgar and mean and even Saiki himself lacked any character development and ended up making him feel more unpleasent as time when on.

It follows a 4 mini episode structure every episode which makes it easy to watch but that makes each segment feel very fast paced which is good if done right. Some stories are better than others but it was good for a while. The only thing is that it meant that they had to make so many mini episodes that they inevitably started running out of steam.

One other major flaw is repetitiveness. I noticed quite a lot of gags being repeated. Many plots like a girl liking Saiki (which are quite a few) have been reoccurring mostly with the same plot points and most end up getting forgotten other than Teruhashi and Aiura (introduced in Season 2). Post season 3, you kind of end up feeling like you are watching much of the same thing over and over again.

Here is my rating for each season:

Season 1: 9.5/10 Season 2: 6/10 Season 3: 5/10

To sum this LONG review up. Do I think Saiki K is a good show? Absolutely! Does this show have flaws? Yes. Many critical flaws which badly affected the show in the long run. Do I think Saiki K should have been a one season thing? Yes although there are a few highlights in other 2 seasons and Saiki K Reawakened (that in it's self is another subject). If you like fast paced comedies or want to watch some comedy animes in general, I think this show has you (mostly) covered!

Watch it

[erictheredvikings · 10/10 · 8 May 2018]

Best anime I have every seen, comedy, characters, jokes, everything is top notch.

One Punch Man and Mob Psycho do it better

[thacdcollector1077 · 6/10 · 24 July 2021]

If you want a show about a person that's too powerful or smart for his own good watch Mob Psycho 100 or OPM. They do this character study way better overall and have great animation and action.

AS FOR THE SHOW ITSELF The first season of the show is great and enjoyable but after that it gets very repetitive and boring. Every "arc" is a woman falling in love for Saiki for some random reason and Saiki spends a few episodes messing with them/avoiding them. Why does every new woman character like Saiki? Whatever. Same jokes over and over. Saiki has his weird friend or he meets some weird crazy character and everyone is basically a nuisance to him.

Pathetic childish story

[shakti-41683 · 2/10 · 8 April 2022]

Totally waste of time.

Boring Childish No action No story Just pathetic.

Even saiki is like a boring person who plays the lead role in it.

Don't waste ur precious time here to watch this shi.!