Plus-Sized Elf

Original title: Elf-san wa Yaserarenai.

TV Series
2024
TV-MA
11m

IMDb RATING

5.3/10

157

YOUR RATING

Anime Raunchy Comedy Seinen Slice of Life Animation Comedy Fantasy Short

Massage therapist Naoe gets a new patient - a fat food-loving elf from another world who can't return until she loses weight. And other beings arrive from her land to liven up Naoe's life.Massage therapist Naoe gets a new patient - a fat food-loving elf from another world who can't return until she loses weight. And other beings arrive from her land to liven up Naoe's life.Massage therapist Naoe gets a new patient - a fat food-loving elf from another world who can't return until she loses weight. And other beings arrive from her land to liven up Naoe's life.

Creator
- Synecdoche
Stars

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IMDb RATING

5.3/10

157

YOUR RATING

Creator
- Synecdoche
Stars

2User reviews

See production info at IMDbPro

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Trivia
It is adapted from a Japanese manga series written and illustrated by Synecdoche. It was originally serialized on Wani Books' Comic Gum website from December 2016 to June 2020, with its individual chapters collected into eight tankobon volumes. After Wani Books' license to the series expired, Synecdoche self-published the series from April to May 2021, then started a continuation manga titled Plus-Sized Elf: Second Helping! (Shin Erufu-san wa Yaserarenai, lit. 'Ms. Elf Can't Lose Weight New') in Akita Shoten's monthly seinen magazine, Dokodemo Young Champion, in October 2021, with its individual chapters collected into three tankobon volumes.

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Featured review

10/10

A humorous & heartfelt Must Watch

"Plus-Sized Elf" is a delightful gem that brilliantly combines humor, heart, and unique storytelling. The anime centers on Elfuda, a lovable elf struggling with her weight due to an addiction to human-world junk food. Her journey, aided by the charming massage therapist Naoe-kun, is filled with hilarious and touching moments. The animation captures the whimsical nature of the story, and each character is endearing and well-developed. With its clever mix of comedy and genuine emotion, "Plus-Sized Elf" offers an engaging experience that leaves you smiling and rooting for Elfuda every step of the way. A must-watch!