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The Way of the Househusband

Original title: Gokushufudo
  • TV Series
  • 2021–2023
  • TV-14
  • 16m
IMDb RATING
7.3/10
7.2K
YOUR RATING
The Way of the Househusband (2021)
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83 Photos
JapaneseAnimeIyashikeiSeinenSlice of LifeActionAnimationComedyCrimeDrama

A retired gangster spends his time as a househusband carrying out home chores.A retired gangster spends his time as a househusband carrying out home chores.A retired gangster spends his time as a househusband carrying out home chores.

  • Stars
    • Laura Megan Stahl
    • Shizuka Itô
    • Kazuyuki Okitsu
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • IMDb RATING
    7.3/10
    7.2K
    YOUR RATING
    • Stars
      • Laura Megan Stahl
      • Shizuka Itô
      • Kazuyuki Okitsu
    • 75User reviews
    • 17Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • Episodes15

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    Laura Megan Stahl
    Laura Megan Stahl
    • Gin…
    • 2021–2023
    Shizuka Itô
    Shizuka Itô
    • Miku
    • 2021–2023
    Kazuyuki Okitsu
    Kazuyuki Okitsu
    • Masa
    • 2021–2023
    Mao Ichimichi
    Mao Ichimichi
    • Gin
    • 2021–2023
    Ben Pronsky
    Ben Pronsky
    • Torajiro…
    • 2021–2023
    Adam Tomei
    Adam Tomei
    • Otaku
    • 2021–2023
    Melissa Greenspan
    Melissa Greenspan
    • Hibara Torii…
    • 2021–2023
    Kenjiro Tsuda
    Kenjiro Tsuda
    • Tatsu
    • 2021
    Yoshimasa Hosoya
    Yoshimasa Hosoya
    • Torajiro…
    • 2021–2023
    Jonah Scott
    Jonah Scott
    • Tatsu
    • 2021–2023
    Keith Silverstein
    Keith Silverstein
    • Nagai…
    • 2021–2023
    Laura Post
    Laura Post
    • Miku
    • 2021–2023
    Jason Marnocha
    Jason Marnocha
    • Yakuza…
    • 2021–2023
    Andres Paul Ramacho
    Andres Paul Ramacho
    • Masa
    • 2021–2023
    Kimiko Saitô
    • Town President…
    • 2021–2023
    Atsuko Tanaka
    Atsuko Tanaka
    • Torii Hibari…
    • 2021–2023
    Hôchû Ôtsuka
    Hôchû Ôtsuka
    • Former Yakuza Boss…
    • 2021–2023
    Ryan Bartley
    Ryan Bartley
    • Ryota…
    • 2021–2023
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    7keikoyoshikawa

    Baka :D

    This has either got to be the stupidest or the most brilliant anime I have ever seen.

    I never read the manga, so I can't say if the story is any good. However, the anime is hilarious, once you get past the non-traditional anime style and very short episodes.

    The idea of a former yakuza becoming a househusband has a lot of potential. A lot depends, however, on the reactions of the supporting characters, including somehow the family cat.

    I'm not sure about this series being able to go on longer and continue to hold viewers' interest, but at least the anime version is a lot better than the live-action one.
    8nimfacancer

    Light and funny

    I didn't expect much, so I got really surprised because I've laugh a lot. It's fun to watch and very fast (just 5 episodes), it leaves me wanting more.

    Conclusion: at least, give it a try!
    8andrewesjordan

    Haha wtf

    I logged into my 6 year account just to write this review. This is such a stupid show but god dammit do I respect it haha. 5 eps probably 10 minutes of actual content. Such a dumb premise but I laughed all the way through. I think netflix did this as an april fools not sure yet.
    10cat_sarkioja

    Why aren't there more episodes?!

    This may not be for everyone but I absolutely loved it!! Relatable, hilarious and way too short! I need more episodes right now!
    9andrepico

    I have no idea why or how they made this

    I don't think it will be for everyone but it's hilarious. The art style, the pace and humour are so unique, if you wanna have a laugh for a couple of hours it's perfect. I hope they make more and keep it short, this compact format is perfect.

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    • Soundtracks
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      Written by Osawa Atsushi

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    • Release date
      • April 8, 2021 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • Japan
    • Official sites
      • Official Netflix
      • Wikipedia [en]
    • Languages
      • Japanese
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Đạo Làm Chồng Đảm
    • Filming locations
      • Tokyo, Japan(Studio)
    • Production companies
      • J.C. Staff
      • Netflix Animation
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    • Runtime
      • 16m
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Dolby Digital
    • Aspect ratio
      • 16:9 HD

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