Description
"Urusei Yatsura" is a comedic science fiction anime series centered around the chaotic and often absurd relationship between Ataru Moroboshi, a lecherous and unlucky high school student, and Lum, a beautiful and strong-willed alien princess from the Oni tribe. The story begins when Earth is threatened by an alien invasion led by the Oni, who propose a game of tag to determine humanity's fate. Ataru is randomly chosen to represent Earth and must touch Lum's horns within ten days to win. Despite his initial reluctance, Ataru succeeds, but his victory is misinterpreted when he accidentally proposes to Lum instead of his childhood friend, Shinobu Miyake. Lum, misunderstanding his intentions, falls in love with Ataru and moves in with him, leading to a series of comedic and surreal misadventures.
The series explores the daily lives of Ataru, Lum, and their eccentric circle of friends and acquaintances, blending slapstick humor, romantic tension, and supernatural elements. Lum's presence disrupts Ataru's life, as her alien technology and fiery temper often cause chaos. Despite his constant pursuit of other women, Ataru is frequently pulled back into Lum's orbit, creating a dynamic of love-hate interactions. Supporting characters include Shinobu, who harbors lingering feelings for Ataru; Mendou, a wealthy and arrogant classmate who competes with Ataru for Lum's affection; and Benten and Oyuki, Lum's alien friends who add to the series' comedic and fantastical tone.
The narrative is episodic, with each episode presenting self-contained stories that range from romantic misunderstandings to encounters with bizarre supernatural phenomena. The series incorporates elements of Japanese folklore, science fiction, and parody, often breaking the fourth wall and embracing absurdity. Themes of love, jealousy, and the clash between human and alien cultures are recurring motifs, but the tone remains lighthearted and whimsical throughout. "Urusei Yatsura" is notable for its blend of humor, imaginative storytelling, and memorable characters, making it a foundational work in the romantic comedy and science fiction genres within anime.
The series explores the daily lives of Ataru, Lum, and their eccentric circle of friends and acquaintances, blending slapstick humor, romantic tension, and supernatural elements. Lum's presence disrupts Ataru's life, as her alien technology and fiery temper often cause chaos. Despite his constant pursuit of other women, Ataru is frequently pulled back into Lum's orbit, creating a dynamic of love-hate interactions. Supporting characters include Shinobu, who harbors lingering feelings for Ataru; Mendou, a wealthy and arrogant classmate who competes with Ataru for Lum's affection; and Benten and Oyuki, Lum's alien friends who add to the series' comedic and fantastical tone.
The narrative is episodic, with each episode presenting self-contained stories that range from romantic misunderstandings to encounters with bizarre supernatural phenomena. The series incorporates elements of Japanese folklore, science fiction, and parody, often breaking the fourth wall and embracing absurdity. Themes of love, jealousy, and the clash between human and alien cultures are recurring motifs, but the tone remains lighthearted and whimsical throughout. "Urusei Yatsura" is notable for its blend of humor, imaginative storytelling, and memorable characters, making it a foundational work in the romantic comedy and science fiction genres within anime.
Cast
- SakuraAnne-Sophie NallinoValentina PollaniMarnie HeadKaren McIntyreDenise MetmerSerena SpazianiRoberta Rem
- Onsen Mark
- RanMarine DuhamelKaitlin WalkerMarta DualdeMorgan JarrettRoser AldabóBraeden Avery
- Oyuki
- Shinobu MiyakePepa AgudoEsther ArteroLaura BoccaneraLudovica Marineo
- Estelle DehonSatu RautaharjuCarme CanetRoser Contreras
- Tobimaro Mizunokoji
- LupaDaniel Garcia
- Mark Onsen
- Padre di Shutaro
- Madre di Ataru
- Benjamin MereisJon GoiriCarme CapdetRaquel Capdet
- Shūtarō MendōAnthony AudouxBrian HudsonJoan PeraJoaquim Sota
- Ryūnosuke Fujinami
- TenCoqui SaporanaSabrina BonfittoPaula ParkerGeni ReyMindi L. LyonsRosa NualartLaura Boccanera
- LumJade KellyMartha Ellen SenseneyAnna Friel
- Upa
- Shingo
- Madre di Lamù
- Padre di Ataru
- Madre di Shutaro
- Padre di Lamù
Comment(s)
Staff
- Series DirectorTakahiro Kamei
- MusicMasaru Yokoyama
- Character DesignNaoyuki AsanoYouko
- Mechanical designYoshihiro SonoJNTHED
- Cgi DirectorKanji Ōshima
- Series CompositionYūko Kakihara
- StoryboardJunichi SakataKōji IwaiMiwa SasakiEiichi KuboyamaTaizo YoshidaMinoru YamaokaNaokatsu TsudaTakumi DōyamaHideya TakahashiKyōhei IshiguroDaiki FukuokaTakahiro KameiYasuhiro KimuraTomoko IwasakiYuki KamiyaYumeko IwaokaHitomi KariyaShūgo TsuneokaHajime Nishihara
- Unit DirectorTakahiro KameiYuki KamiyaHitomi Kariya
- Animation DirectorYumiko IshiiHaruki MiuraYoko KomakiMasahiko ItojimaToyoaki FukushimaHiroyuki ShimizuSachiko SugimotoGorō TakiKiyotaka IidaMadoka OzawaMariko KuboMitsunori YamaguchiSachiko MoriYoshihiro YoshiokaAkane ImadaTetsurō TairaHaru WatanabeSakurako MitsuhashiYuki KudōMasashi YamadaSayuri SakimotoTaiki EtōMina InagakiYu Feng ChenDdasangChae Eun KimLing ZhaoLeo KawamotoYuan YaoYoukoHye Min Han
- DirectorHideya TakahashiYasuhiro Kimura
- Original creator
- Art DirectorMasanobu NomuraKiyoshi SamejimaHitomi Kariya
- Sound DirectorYoshikazu Iwanami
- Director of PhotographyYuuichirou NagataYuki Kamiya
- ScriptHiroko KanasugiHayashi MoriYūta SuzukiYūko Kakihara
- Episode DirectorSumio WatanabeTetsuji NakamuraFumihiro UenoEiichi KuboyamaShinji NagataKiyomitsu SatoYukio KurodaNaokatsu TsudaFumio MaezonoHideya TakahashiTakahiro KameiYasuhiro KimuraKyōhei SuzukiYuki MoritaYumeko IwaokaShūgo Tsuneoka
- Chief Animation DirectorSatoru KiyomaruRyo KobayashiNaoyuki AsanoMasashi Yamada
Production
- ProductionShogakukanShogakukan-Shueisha Productionsdavid productionAniplexFuji Television NetworkDentsu Inc.Fuji Creative Corporation
- Animation Productiondavid production
Relations
Anime overview
Manga overview
Music
Opening
“Bye My Darling”
Ending
“Haru Magai”











