Ranma ½ (2024)

A Fresh Yet Nostalgic Masterpiece I started watching Ranma ½ years ago, and returning to it through the remaster feels like rediscovering an old friend with a fresh look. The remaster doesn’t just clean up the visuals, it revives the heart of the series in a way that feels respectful to the original while making it accessible for modern audiences. The updated color palette, character designs, and overall art style are absolutely stunning. They’ve managed to preserve the charm of the original while adding a fresh vibrancy that makes each scene pop. The comedic timing and pacing are tight, energetic without being overwhelming. It’s fast-paced but never loses the emotional core or comedic brilliance that made the series so beloved. What I especially appreciated is how the remaster balances modernization with nostalgia. The fight scenes are dynamic, with an almost painterly, pinkish visual flair that brings a unique aesthetic to the screen. The music is another highlight, modern and high-quality, but it still evokes the retro vibes of the '80s setting. The core relationships, especially between Ranma and Akane, are portrayed with such raw authenticity. Their love doesn’t feel forced or performative, it’s messy, deep, and real, which is rare in today’s overly polished romances. The show’s humor and its love triangles are still sharp and entertaining, blending absurdity with emotional sincerity. Some have commented on the controversial aspects or outdated views in Ranma ½, but it’s important to remember the context, it was a product of the '80s, often satirical, and in many ways a commentary on gender roles and social norms. While not perfect, the remaster appears to be more mindful of those elements, toning down some of the fanservice without losing the charm or humor. I also want to shout out the English dub ❤️ it’s genuinely enjoyable, with voice acting that suits the tone and characters really well. All in all, Ranma ½ Remaster is a joyful return to one of anime’s most iconic series. Whether you're a longtime fan or a newcomer, there’s something to love here. It’s funny, nostalgic, modern, and meaningful all at once. For me, it’s a masterpiece that still stands the test of time

I put off watching the Ranma 1/2 remake for as long as I could, and now that I've watched it, I regret not giving this anime a chance sooner. I wasn't a huge fan of Ranma 1/2, but I do have a certain fondness for this anime because, even though I never followed the entire story, I always watched one or two episodes and remember really enjoying it. That said, I was afraid to watch this remake because it's not uncommon for things you loved in the past to not appeal to you now or for them to not "work" today in the world or even for you, since you already have a large collection of other works to compare them to... Either way, there are things we have to leave in the past and rejoice in the joy and nostalgia when we think about them. Having overcome all my fears and having watched this new version of Ranma 1/2, I was happy to see that in the end the final balance is quite positive. The animation is very beautiful in general and when there are fights, everything is very fluid and enjoyable to watch. I'm glad to see that they took care and cared about this aspect, to the point that we even had changes in the intros and endings. As for the story, for better or worse, it's all there. All the nonsense humor is present, as are the super caricatured characters and some that can be seen as "archetypal clichés", but it's good to remember that at the time the source material was released, all of this was new or at least not as widespread. As for the characters, it's good to keep in mind that, like any good humor story of the time, the development of the characters is largely reserved for the protagonists. As for the rest of the cast, it's clear how they are trapped in their own joke. I'll say in advance that this isn't really a criticism, but an observation of how the script works. So, on the one hand, I almost cried twice with Akane's development, but on the other hand, it's not uncommon to see characters learn a lesson in an episode, remember it later, reflect on something they did wrong and keep doing the same thing to keep a certain joke going. I understand if someone gets frustrated watching this, but in my case it only bothered me when it happened with Ranma every now and then, but otherwise I just let it go. A little note I'll leave is that if the Ecchi tag worries you, I assure you that you don't need to be afraid. Nudity scenes are very rare and when they do happen, they're not there to embarrass or excite anyone. To sum up, I think they did a great job with the Ranma 1/2 remake. It updates some things to attract a new audience, but the core is still there to please old fans. I highly recommend this anime and I'm looking forward to the second season.

Ranma ½ is an entertaining and adorable anime with a similar message and feeling to this year's Dandadan season. To my understanding, this anime is a remake of an older IP, but I am completely new to this realm. I really like an anime like this that sets up the rules of the series, but it doesn't take too much brainpower to follow how it affects the dynamic of each character and the plot. This anime isn't amazing, but it's a cute watch for 2024. The art style can be gorgeous at times. For the most part, it's pretty standard, but there are moments where this show can really shine.

Well, this anime really attracted me at first glance! The different story that was clear from the beginning that we are facing a fantasy comedy romance. One of the genres that the mind needs after a tiring and heavy activity. This anime was more like a dessert than a main course or appetizer. I couldn't believe the main character until I heard his voice! Wasn't this the same voice actor Asop in One Piece? When I checked, I realized that it was not only Usoop's voice actor but also L's voice actor from the Death Note anime! And this was even more incredible than the previous fact. A boy who turns into a girl when water is poured on him due to a curse, and his father turns into a panda due to a similar curse. And these two are returned to their original form with boiling water. Also, before the story even started, we learned that the boy's father and his friend have decided that their children will get engaged! And these two main characters, Ranma and Akane, initially don't get along at all with this engagement, but over time they develop a subtle interest in each other. You might think this is a cliché romantic comedy story, but it's not at all! Sometimes the anime becomes so silly that you can't help but get absorbed in the process of the anime and its new and interesting parts. In addition, the secondary characters of the anime were also interesting and completely different from each other! In short, this anime attracted me in every way! Even its romance melted my heart and made my heart beat faster. Sometimes I was nervous, sometimes I laughed or was happy. The opening song was also cute and charming and of course memorable. Overall, it was a great experience and I will be eagerly waiting for the next season!

The original Ranma 1/2 is my gateway anime. I watched select shows with my brothers when we were kids, like DBZ and Yu-Yu Hakusho, but me discovering Ranma in middle school was what lead me down the anime pipeline. I love everything about the OG show, from its characters to its comedy to its romantic moments, everything about the OG makes me smile. To take an anime like that, that gives me such an emotional connection, and tell me it’s getting a 2024 remake, ESPECIALLY being made by MAPPA, it both excited and worried me. Ranma was finally back and I’d get to truly watch and experience Ranma again, but what if it’s not like I remembered? What if it’s just fond memories I have for the original, and the series isn’t as a good as I remember? Finally sitting down to watch Ranma 1/2 2024, MAPPA gave me my answer; It’s not as good as I remember… It’s even better. This remake was everything I ever could’ve asked for as a fan. It’s so faithful to its original source material while strengthening everything that was weak about it. Ranma and Akane are adorable in this retelling, and their “budding romance” is on full display. Every side character is an absolute joy, and every episode left me with such an overwhelming sense of joy. This remake truly did make me feel like a kid again. Whether it’s the actors returning for their old roles and killing it, or actors like Tomokazu Sugita, Mamoru Miyano, and Aoi Yuuki coming in and bringing new life to older characters, there’s a little something here for everyone in this remake of one of the most beloved shows of my childhood. With a season 2 officially announced, Ranma Saotome and friends and truly back and better than ever!

Introduction Ranma 1/2 is an anime and manga series that follows the titular Ranma Saotome who after falling into the spring of the drowned girl is cursed to switch forms when splashed with different water. Nevertheless, he has been engaged to the tomboyish Akane Tendo in an arranged marriage intended to join their Dojos. It uses this situation to tell a punchy and light-hearted romcom with action elements that stand the test of time with this adaptation. Animation The animation style used for the remake is simple and colorful and is unique among the modern slate of shows. The closest neighbor that I could see was the Urusei Yatsura remake by David Productions which I haven’t watched but appears to use a rainbow-colored shadowing style and slightly different linework. This is probably attributable to the style being an attempt to merge the motifs of the 90s era that director Kounosuke Uda worked on with the style of the original manga. Color language is used well to distinguish characters with each being given an iconic color to use for themselves (Ryoga’s yellow bandanas, Shampoo’s purple hair, etc.). Backgrounds are lighter with a watercolor-esque style designed to make the characters pop out with white outlines used to accentuate breakpoints between objects. Despite this light coloring, they are vividly detailed and the world feels alive and reactive. Action words pop out visibly over the top of these colorsets with the highest saturation and look great with their fun lettering. Moving on to movement the style changes depending on the scene. The most notable shift is when Ranma suddenly jumps into the air during a conversation or takes a sudden slapstick hit from Akane. Watching Ranma's dynamic movement was a ton of fun and the style made the combat scenes feel great. Comedic timing for the slapstick works well and I have no complaints there but it didn’t stand out to me as something notable. Adaptation The frills on this adaptation add a lot in my opinion. I love the opening songs' cutely voiced beat and it helps me get into the feeling of the show. Similarly, for me, the intro-prerolls which introduced the store in a Simpsons couch gag style are a cool way to let animators draw the group in a bunch of styles and I like it a lot. The biggest change is that from what I’ve heard the broadcast commentators are a unique addition to this adaptation. To say the least this change is great and though I haven’t directly compared I found their narration lead to a great flow in combat. Characters Character designs here are great and the aforementioned color theming adds a lot to distinguishment. Along with the distinctive personalities and weapons I was able to immediately latch onto characters and recognize them even as personal dynamics get quite complex. Particular favorites among the supporting cast are Ryoga, Akane’s sisters, Shampoo, and Tatewaki. The dynamics between characters are well done and provide a ton of ground for comedy and I love that so many integrate Ranma’s switching mechanic. One example of this is Kodachi the black rose whose love (male) and hate (Female) relationship with Ranma creates great comedy with her cruel and underhanded personality. Treatment of women As expected (though not always found) considering the mangaka Rumiko Takahashi is a woman, Ranma is very normal about women and I don’t have much to say here in either direction. There are a few bits that could stray close to the line but in my opinion, manage to avoid being problematic or uncomfortable. Affection with consent bits are treated differently for Ranma compared to Akane and this is a very good thing. Shampoo grabbing onto Ranma is funny because there is a vastly different power dynamic there and the inverse would be extremely uncomfortable. Ryoga’s P-chan bit is similar where past some initial scenes he isn’t shown to gain sexual gratification from being close to Akane. The choice to make him pathetic and end up wanting to get close to her in the same way as an actual pet would save the audience from constant pig curled-in boobs gags which other shows such as One Piece which I otherwise love uncomfortably engage in. Romance I don’t have a lot of experience with this era of romance anime which might explain my difference in opinion but I found Ranma 1/2 to be very refreshing. I’ve heard a lot of complaints about will they/won’t they stories being grating but to me it’s very clear here they will it’s just a matter of being along for the fun (and cute) ride. Akane and Ranma’s misdirected feelings are fertile ground for the show’s comedy and I find their slapstick dynamic a lot of fun. Comedy Speaking of the show’s comedy I think this is where the show really excelled for me. I really enjoyed the character bits like Ranma’s forms, environments where the entire fighting stage is transformed for a joke and slapstick gags. For the sake of not ruining their punchy nature, I don’t want to say too many specifics but I want to call attention to two missed pitfalls that stood out to me. First off, There are a lot of points in the show where they will toss away information via a gag for the sake of progression and this is especially true with Rana’s identity and water origins for transformation. I think that this is something many people might find annoying as “illogical” but it saves the show. It lets them make funny jokes -- the most important thing -- while preserving the show’s continuity. As someone prone to the inverse in my writing, I appreciate how well it was executed here. The second bit was the amnesia plot point utilized towards the end of this season which I usually loathe. However, Ranma managed to make this extremely fun by keeping things punchy and funny without being frustrating. It’s a hard balance to strike and I like how they handled it. Conclusion In Conclusion, the Ranma remake is a great standalone piece and managed to draw me in as someone who isn’t a fan of the series at all. The poppy animation and colorings serve to accentuate a comedic style that makes great use of slapstick and character comedy. As such I’m rating it a 9/10 as a show that is consistently great but doesn’t have the massively unique never-before-seen elements in high enough quality for my personal 10 criteria. I’ll see you all in July for season 2 :3

"Yet another reboot of a Rumiko Takahashi title? Wasn't there already one this year?" you might ask. But Ranma ½ (2024) is justified in every respect and is beyond any doubt! After the original series only adapted around two thirds of the 1987 manga, calls for a sequel have been made over the years. Now a reboot is coming and tells the story anew - opening up the adventures of Ranma Saotome and Akane Tendo to a whole new generation. In contrast to the "Urusei Yatsura" reboot, which the series inevitably has to face comparisons to, here you are not dependent on a random selection by an editor in terms of which chapters are adapted, but get the entire manga, adapted chapter by chapter. This is remarkable because the 89 series - as was usual at the time - left things out, changed them or added things. Some chapters are thus being properly adapted for the first time in 37 years. And you can really tell that a lot of heart has gone into this. Although the introductory adventures in particular are familiar to many anime fans, nothing is rushed or cut out here. You can really tell how thoroughly the producers have read the manga and put their heart and soul into it. It really feels like you are reading pages from Takahashi's manga - only animated and in color. In contrast to the Sailor Moon reboot, unnecessary modernizations have been avoided and the story has been set in 1987. And although the characters are almost 4 decades old, the humor still works surprisingly well in 2024. It's like visiting old friends again. Ranma ½ (2024) feels like coming home. A major plus of the new series is of course that the latest technology is available. The battle scenes in particular seem faster, more dynamic and more action-packed. The animation - which was often criticized in the later seasons of the 89 series - is also impressive. The music is not quite as iconic as the 80s melodies, but an impressive orchestra was created with wonderful borrowings from Chinese music, which enriches each scene. The series is carried by, among other things, the numerous verbal battles between Ranma Saotome and Akane Tendo, who don't mince their words and act true to the motto "Those who love each other tease each other". But Ryoga Hibiki, Ranma's rival, also provides entertainment. The secret star of the series is the sweet Amazon Shampoo, who is an accomplished professional fighter and swings her staffs razor sharply - but is unable to recognize that the male and female Ranma are one and the same person. Keyword gender bender: This trope is of course celebrated beautifully here too. In every episode, Ranma's curse puts him in the most (un)possible situations, which never fail to amuse the viewer. He either maintains his typical macho behavior or tries to display exaggerated girlish behavior. As a recently de-egged transgirl, I can't help but suspect that he even seems to enjoy his curse a little in certain scenes - and by that I don't just mean grabbing free food. In contrast to many reboots, the original cast from the 80s was brought together here. Because the series was distributed internationally on Netflix, it was released in a same-day dub in many languages. For example, all of the speakers, at least those who are still alive, were brought back into the German version - and after all this time they can still deliver exactly the same voice acting as they did back then. "Iinazukkyun" by Ano, who was recently admired in the "Oshi no ko" live-action film, delivers a lively opening that encourages you to dance along, before Riria gently lets us off into the night with "Antanante". The whole reboot is perfect in itself. This - and exactly this, with such care and love for the original - is how I would have wanted the "Urusei Yatsura" reboot to be. If you only want to watch one reboot in your life, Ranma ½ (2024) is a very good choice. ❤Woi de airen❤

I always enjoyed the manga and so it's fantastic to see Ranma get the same treatment as the 2022 Urusei Yatsura anime. It was so fun to see so many of my favorite characters again and get to laugh at the early storylines all over again. I think that the animation style really lent well to the story and gave all of the characters some extra charm. The only complaint I have is that it was only one cour, but I can understand if that means the quality can keep up, though it'd be nice if it didn't take several years to finish all the best manga stories. For those unfamiliar with the source material, this is a story from the 80's and 90's about a boy who can turn into a girl depending on the temperature of water poured on him. This leads to a lot of outdated gags and notions throughout the story, but if you can go "This is from almost 40 years ago, so of course it is this way," then you'll enjoy it a lot more than if you try to hold it up to modern ideas of how to talk about genderfluidity and such. That said, to me it never felt like Takahashi was coming from a malicious place but simply tried to find the humor in the situation. Anyway, if you enjoyed the manga you will likely enjoy this adaptation. If you enjoyed the previous anime, I don't think this adaptation will disappoint but it is of course different in some respects. If you want to avoid nudity (though they censored the nipples this time), then you should probably skip this anime.

Ranma ½ is a remake that I wasn’t expecting a whole lot from, but has consistently left me incredibly satisfied at the end of each episode. It’s been nearly a decade since I read the manga, and yet this anime immediately brought back fond memories of why I fell in love with the series in the first place. The comedic energy is quick-witted and punchy enough to keep the pacing brisk, yet still allowing you to vibe in the moment, and the sprawling cast of lovably frustrating oddballs keeps the episodic stories fresh and exciting. I was legit hooked by the chemistry between Ranma and Akane, with the ending of episode 8 having me completely glued to the screen, and the clever situational timing for Ranma’s gender swaps adds in so many levels of romantic complexity with other characters that it refuses to let you get bored. I know from manga experience that the “will they won’t they” stagnancy will definitely test my patience in later seasons, but for right now I adore this love/hate dynamic. I was a bit concerned at first that the more rounded character designs wouldn’t be able to capture the original charm Takahashi imbued into them, but the wide range of facial expressions quickly proved me wrong. On top of that, there is some genuinely good action to enjoy. Fluid and creative choreography combined with ambitious cinematography and spatial awareness showcased a willingness to strike a proper balance between romcom shenanigans and martial arts excitement. This show has the vibe of a really good Saturday morning cartoon, with every episode leaving a big dumb grin on my face, and I can’t wait to see more. I just hope the next season figures out how to make Happosai tolerable.

My first experience with a work from Takahashi Rumiko. First of all, I haven't seen the original anime so take this with a grain of salt but I really got the feeling that MAPPA did a stellar job with this remake. From start to finish it's just really immaculate on the vibes which I found to be the strongest thing of the show. It's very old school (80s Japan) but looks very modern at the same time. And I'm not just talking about the iconic character designs but also smaller things like including sound effects in the visuals and while sometimes feeling outdated, keeping all the old tropes that were very popular in the pre-2000s in this remake too. Overall I think the show is a visual treat. The premise is obviously very simple too, revolving around the titular main character getting into all kinds of whacky scenarios with a shounen twist on top. This includes anything from cute romantic situations to ice skating death matches. Besides Ranma, the other main character is Akane. She's a tomboy through and through but has a lot of moments to let her girly side shine too. I wasn't immediately a fan of hers but learning more about her background made me sympathize and understand her more and now I quite like her. Another thing that definitely has enough focus worthy of mentioning is that this is an Ecchi show. It even includes full nudity however the nipples are not drawn as a way to keep the age rating lower, which is different from what I heard of the original anime. I'm not a huge fan of ecchi normally and tend to avoid shows that are focused on it but I didn't really mind it here. While I wouldn't call it tasteful ecchi, it wasn't really tasteless either and actually felt like it fit in the silly nature of it in a weird way. I also wanna give some appreciation to the VA cast. We have some modern talents introduced but most of the cast is also the same ones from the original and that also adds to the vibes. Not to mention they still do a good job with their characters. Shampoo even talks in (albeit broken) Chinese. The remake is pretty much the opposite of soulless. I briefly mentioned it earlier that I while I enjoy the vintage vibe, the tropes were definitely a bit too outdated at times. The comedy is mostly slapstick and for me it's rare that it makes me laugh. At least the dialogue at times was amusing. Another outdated thing is characters being too oblivious or just straight up dumb regarding some obvious things, namely regarding characters swapping appearances. And it happens frequently enough that I can only handle so much of it. Due to the simplicity I found the show an easy one to get through and had a pretty fun time with it.

I wasn't sure what to think of the 2024 remake of Ranma ½, but honestly, I ended up enjoying it a lot more than I thought I would. I remember catching glimpses of the original years back, but this time around, I actually watched it through. What I enjoyed most was that the show doesn't try to tell some huge, heavy, long-term story. Instead, it's episodic, and the majority of attention is actually just on Ranma and Akane slowly developing their relationship as they sort of trudge through all the chaos that's around them. That was really great for me. They definitely annoy each other, but you can tell there's something genuine starting to form between them, and that adds this wonderful little amount of heart to all the jokes. The humor is actually the highlight here. Ranma's curse is funny no matter how many times it occurs, and I have to admit I kinda adored his girl form. His father, being a panda, was having me laugh a lot more than I expected. I don't personally care for the whole "arranged marriage" concept that the series uses to get things rolling, but the characters make it work. Akane was probably my favorite of the cast. She's short-tempered and hot-headed, but also sweet as can be when she lets her guard down. Ryoga was a stand-out, both as comic relief and as a character who is more of an adversary. The guy can't get his bearings, and the pig thing is just dumb, but he's still a good guy at heart, so you can't really help but not despise him even when he's being a bit of a jerk. The supporting characters help add to the flavor, too. Kuno and his sister Kodachi did have some pretty solid moments, too, and Shampoo was a blast when she showed up. The only plot development I wasn't really keen on was the figure skating plot, but even that had some jokes in it that managed to make me laugh. The visuals were also top-notch in this remake, as they kept the feel of the original art style but polished it with modern animation. It was old and new at the same time, exactly what I was hoping for. The fight scenes and over-the-top martial arts sequences looked really sharp, and they even still carried that hyperbolic, silly energy that makes this show so great. The music was a pleasant surprise as well. It has that bouncy, carefree sort of quality that fits the humor so perfectly, but also resonates on an emotional level when it has to. I was also delighted to see so many of the original Japanese cast members return, as their acting really grounds the characters. I watched it mostly in Japanese, but I also checked out the English dub and found it to be good all-around. I really enjoyed viewing this overall. Ranma ½ (2024) isn't the sort of show you watch for substantial plot or dense drama, but it doesn't need to be. It's funny, lighthearted, and backed by heroes who are similarly ridiculous and endearing in their own ways. Sure, there were definitely a few weaker arcs, and the forced interaction gimmick isn't necessarily my favorite thing, but it was able to keep me hooked front to back anyway. I gave it a 7/10 because while it’s not perfect, it’s a really cute and consistently funny watch that I’d happily come back to for a laugh.

I watched this is a beautifully animated show by Mappa. This is the newest Ranma 1/2 show. I never got watching more than a few episodes of the older Ranma 1/2 shows as it was too weird for my taste. The comedy didnt land with me then. Now that I have seen the remake I do like it... more. Is this as good as the original? I honestly dont remember that much. But I did like it more than when I tried the original a long time ago. This is just better animated. The show is funny but the story is very unserious. The characters are likable and I look forward to season 2.

(netflix release) (dub) it started out great with the action vibrant colors fresh look, but iv started to notice it to be less funny compared to 1989 vers. and there some scene that were removed to further give importance to somthing. Ranma seems to be less Manly through the dialouges. I stop watching at the Ryuga eps. lost bit of interest specially that iv seen the orginal. after a weeks i got back to it eps 9 and 10-12 was pretty good, i think the out of all the eps. Over all its still a Good Watch so compared to the 1098 vers. the 2024 is trying not to offend anyone with the jokes, more colorful renders, some Camera angles are improved some shots. and i like how they made shampoo. its still a fun watch overall. cool thing about this is if you cant wait for season two you have the option to watch the older version,

My first approach to the universe of Rumiko Takahashi and it was more fun than I thought. First of all, I have to make it clear that I don't care about the original version, I didn't grow up with it and I don't even plan to watch it. So I won't make any kind of comparison because I don't have the knowledge to do so. In my mind, Ranma 1/2 was always a romance story. In reality, I found more things beyond a love story. Here I found comedy, fights, figure skating, pandas, pigs and so on. This only tells me how messed up Takahashi's mind can be, but even so, it's impressive how coherent a story with so many absurd elements can be. Comedy focuses on being absurd, on not knowing what they're going to hit you with next. A story can start off calm, but as it escalates, you understand less and less but you enjoy it more. I'm not Mappa's biggest fan, not even close. That being said, I was very pleased to see how the studio put a lot of love into this anime. I was already getting used to Mappa's default animation being the one used in JJK. Seeing a work with different animation, with varied colors and details that even a person who has only seen the anime can appreciate. The fact that they made a different intro for each chapter, that they paid attention to the detail of the fights both in the backgrounds and in the movements and fluidity. Speaking of fluidity, even though there weren't many fights or action scenes, all the movements felt as they should. Ranma's movements felt light and smooth, while other characters like Akane or Ryoga felt heavy and destructive. You can appreciate when they take the time to convey so much in a few scenes. For once, I can recognize that Mappa did something with love. That they may have exploited their workers just the same, but they exploited them with love. The only problem I can find is that they gave us a shortened ending. It seems that the decision that the season would have 12 episodes was made a day before and they didn't have time to make a better season finale. It leaves you frozen, it's not even an ending that generates hype for a 2nd season. It's an ending that leaves you with a feeling of "So? That's it?", which can be dangerous for a work that has earned you such high expectations for everything it delivers. It's never too late to enter the universe of Rumiko Takahashi, if you've never seen anything by the author and you're curious, there's no better work to start with than this remake. If you're a fan of the original anime, please be happy, live and let live.

My first introduction to anything Ranma or anything Rumiko Takahashi, so while I can't compare it to any of the original material I thought it was quite good. It has everything a good action romcom needs and it excels in those departments the most. The relationship while still in the beginning is convincing and well written. Good cast of characters and the art is very beautiful, color pallet is really nice to look at and the combat is well animated when needed, no thanks to Mappa. I will be continuing with season 2 and maybe checking out the original anime or manga.

For a remake of what is, essentially, a 30 year old show, this has aged FANTASTICALLY. I can't really comment on the original since I had never seen it. Besides some really awkward thinks that are related to gender that come not only from how old this story is but also from the medium itself and the whole premise, this show really surprised me for how good it actually was. This show is FUNNY like, really really funny, I dont usually laugh out loud when watching anime, only a few comedies have actually made me do that, but Ranma 1/2 made me laugh consistently every episode. Top all of that with an amazing adaptation by studio MAPPA and I can't see how the old show can be better than this, it does just end abruptly, unfortunately. But I'm excited for next season! Probably the most surprised I've been from an anime comedy since Kaguya-sama

This is a pretty enjoyable show. I did tire of it a little bit for a few episodes but, it bounced right back for me. It's nothing serious but it's very well produced: great animation, great voice acting, great soundtrack and great pacing. Even though it's a silly show, the story is actually not bad, though it is somewhat predicable as far as romance stuff goes, but, that's just kind of par for the course in romance stuff and since the show is so quirky with it's humor, it's not bland at all. It is one of the few shows I can watch in a different language and still laugh out loud at. Humor is very personal but, I think this show is hilarious. I'm really looking forward to season two and to see how the characters develop as time goes on, and what other stupid characters and gags they're going to introduce to keep me laughing.

I figured it was a given that this series would be a good time as both a remake of a classic and widely loved anime and as one done in style my MAPPA. It clearly delivers on that front. The new coat of paint might not be to everyone's taste, but it certainly works for me with a soft and fluid style that lends itself well to the crazy martial arts on display. Particularly as the action ramps up in each short arc, there are lots of opportunities to showcase how these characters move and the choreography is really where this anime sings. Every fight scene is a joy. The comedy mostly hits as well. The eclectic set of characters are a little tropey, but what keeps things interesting is how they interact, often with explosive consequences. It's not particularly focused on developing its characters, instead putting its focus on creating more ridiculous character moments with some light downtime in between. My complaints are pretty minor. Outside of kids shows, I'll never understand the decision to have breasts without nipples, since it makes the characters look more like dolls than humans and makes any actual nudity feel more surreal. There's been some decent drama so far, even if it feels like a very minor element in the series so far. It's early days and the series focuses on its strengths, which I can respect. I think there are opportunities, particularly with where Shampoo's story goes at the end of the season, to expand on the drama in interesting ways. Still, this just edges out an 8 for me. Lot of opportunities to grow the story from here and I'm looking forward to its next season.

Note: This review is kinda just a compilation of thoughts from other reviews that I just happen to share. The show has an interesting idea. In fact, that was one of the two reasons I even watched it (second, was that it's MAPPA.) But the writers REALLY needed to come up with better ideas. There were probably only 2 instances where the whole gender swap thing was actually helpful. In every episode, Ryoga or Ranma just NEED to transform for whatever reason. Everywhere they go, there is a water bucket. Then, there is the fact that side characters don't realize that the two Ranmas are the same. Interestingly enough, there wasn't (at least, from memory) a moment in which the characters were like, "Where'd Ranma go?". (Not a side character, but in a similar situation,) Akane doesn't know that Ryoga is P-chan. Though, in episode 11, he LITERALLY transforms IN FRONT of her face. Doesn't notice. What would even really change if she did find out? There would be the typical "beating male up" and calling him a perv, but other than that, what? One thing I saw in a different review was about the pacing. I feel this the most after episode 3. The whole "Ice Skating Duel" arc was 4 EPISODES. They DEFINITELY could have shortened it. Most of these episodes are just 2-part arcs with this villain of the "bi-week". The series itself did feel very cliche. Yes, it was originally from 1980's/1990's, but I feel as though they kinda brought over some of the bad cliches. And know, for some just super stupid nitpicks. Halfway through the series, they start opening the episodes with reintroductions to the characters. Sometimes they do it. Sometimes they don't. And why do we NEED to the review? Like, we know what show we're watching. Next, why is Ranma's dad always in panda form? I guess it's for funnys or something, but like, does he fall into the pond everyday and just lives with it? I honestly expected it to be a bit more fan-service-y. So for those coming for that, lower your expectations, you weirdos. I actually liked the series until after episode 3. I hope season 2 is better, and season 3, even better. And now, for something most reviewers actually don't talk about: the OP and ED. I did dig the OP. Very chaotic and I loved the Chinese theme the music had. The actual song was eh, but the OP mix was good. The ED was good too. I liked the style it had (it really focused on the almost nonexistent romance between the two MCs) and the song was chill. Not quite sure why Ranma had to continue to pour hot water on his head in that one scene near the end, but whatever.

If you have not watched this yet, just go and watch it. I finished it in one day on 13 December 2025. Thanks to Netflix. I think this is one of the best reboot series they have done. The original Japanese series ran from 1989 to 1992. Now watching it again in Hindi with fresh animation quality feels really good. Ranma is the name of the main character. Why the title says one half, you will understand in the first episode itself. The anime is very funny. I do not know how the humor felt in 1989, but if they kept it the same, then I can say the comedy still works today. In some scenes, you will actually laugh. In short, it is a rom com anime. Honestly, find me a bride like that too. Possessive but caring, even if she kicks me four times a day. I really love this anime, so I give it 9 out of 10. You should keep your expectations a little balanced based on ratings, but you must watch it. Content Type: Anime Genre: Romantic Comedy, Martial Arts, Fantasy, Shonen Writer/Director: Original creator Rumiko Takahashi. 2024 reboot directed by Kōnosuke Uda. Series composition by Kimiko Ueno. Produced by MAPPA.