TV-Series
Description
"Gargoyle of Yoshinaga House" centers on the Yoshinaga family, who reside in a large, traditional Japanese house. The family consists of Futaba Yoshinaga, a high school student; her older sister, Chitose, a college student; and their father, a single parent. The household is unique due to the presence of two gargoyles, Gee and Ree, who serve as guardians of the house. These gargoyles are bound by a contract to protect the family and the residence, but their presence often leads to comedic and supernatural situations.

The gargoyles, Gee and Ree, are ancient beings with distinct personalities. Gee is more serious and dutiful, while Ree is playful and mischievous. Despite their differences, both are deeply loyal to the Yoshinaga family. Their interactions with the family members and the various visitors to the house drive much of the series' humor and plot development. The gargoyles' supernatural abilities, such as flight and transformation, are frequently used to resolve conflicts or create new ones, adding a layer of fantasy to the otherwise mundane domestic setting.

Futaba Yoshinaga, the younger sister, is a typical high school student who often finds herself caught between her studies and the antics of the gargoyles. Her older sister, Chitose, is more laid-back and often serves as a foil to Futaba's more serious demeanor. The father, while less prominent in the narrative, provides a grounding presence and occasionally mediates the chaos caused by the gargoyles.

The series explores themes of family, responsibility, and the blending of the supernatural with everyday life. The episodic nature of the story allows for a variety of scenarios, ranging from comedic misunderstandings to more heartfelt moments. The gargoyles' presence often leads to situations where the family must navigate both the ordinary challenges of life and the extraordinary circumstances brought about by their supernatural guardians.

Throughout the series, the relationship between the gargoyles and the Yoshinaga family evolves, highlighting the bonds of trust and mutual respect. The narrative maintains a light-hearted tone, with occasional moments of tension or drama, ensuring a balance between humor and emotional depth. The interplay between the human characters and the gargoyles creates a dynamic that is both entertaining and endearing, making "Gargoyle of Yoshinaga House" a distinctive blend of comedy, fantasy, and slice-of-life elements.
Information
Gargoyle of Yoshinaga House
吉永さん家のガーゴイル
Type: TV-Series
Anime Episodes: 13
Movie/Episode length: 23 min.
Date: 04/04/2006 – 06/27/2006
Official Website:ガーゴイル
Categories
Genre
Comedy
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Episodes
Staffel 1
1The Yoshinaga's stone
2Clash! Angel and Devil
3The Stolen Girl
4The heart that doesn't show in the mirror
5The singing voice of the mountain
6I cannot hear your song anymore
7Lovely Lily And The Headless Dullahan
8Gargoyle of the Silver Snow
9Phantom Thief Lily
10Shopping District Rhapsody
11The red string that the doll found
12A Married Couple's Quarrel is Another Flower of the Festival
13All's Well if the Festival Goes Well!
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Staff
  • Director
    Iku Suzuki
  • Script
    Takao Yoshioka
  • Original creator
  • Character Design
    Mayumi Watanabe
  • Animation Director
    Mayumi Watanabe
    Takao Takegami
    Aya Kanou
    Hiromasa Amano
    Yūji Moriyama
    Katsusuke Konuma
    Takamitsu Kondō
    Kouji Yamagata
    Ryoko Amisaki
    Jōji Yanase
    Yusuke Kamata
    Takahiro Miura
  • Producer
    Yūichirō Takahata
    Saburō Ōmiya
  • Episode Director
    Ryō Yasumura
    Jōhei Matsuura
    Iku Suzuki
    Tsutomu Yabuki
    Noriaki Saito
    Masahiro Takada
    Tomomasa Yamazaki
    Housei Suzuki
  • Director of Photography
    Yūsuke Mishina
  • Series Composition
    Takao Yoshioka
  • Music
    Kō Ōtani
  • Original Character Design
    Yuji Himukai
  • Chief Animation Director
    Mayumi Watanabe
  • Art design
    Shigemi Ikeda
    Shūichi Ōkubo
  • Storyboard
    Yūji Moriyama
    Shinichiro Kimura
    Kōji Aritomi
    Iku Suzuki
    Tsutomu Yabuki
    Hideki Okamoto
    Hiromasa Amano
  • Sound Director
    Kōichi Iizuka
Production
  • Animation Production
    Studio Hibari
    Trinet Entertainment
  • Production
    Goshiki Shopping District