Those Obnoxious Aliens
Urusei Yatsura
ANIMATION EXPLORER
GLOBAL RATING
7.50 / 10
7.72 / 10
INFORMATION
- Age: 13+
- Main Type: ANIME
- Publish Date: 1981-10-14
- Session: Fall
- Type: TV
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PLOT
"Urusei Yatsura" is a classic anime series based on the manga created by Rumiko Takahashi. Known for its humor, romance, and supernatural elements, the series follows the misadventures of a high school student named Ataru Moroboshi and his interactions with an alien princess named Lum. The story begins when an alien race known as the Oni invade Earth, threatening to take over the planet. In a last-ditch effort to save humanity, the fate of Earth is decided by a game of tag between Ataru and Lum. Ataru, known for his womanizing ways, manages to catch Lum's horns, inadvertently becoming engaged to her. From that point on, Lum moves into Ataru's life, turning it upside down with her extraterrestrial powers and her jealous and mischievous nature. "Urusei Yatsura" follows Ataru's chaotic daily life as he navigates his relationships with Lum, his childhood friend Shinobu, and the numerous other bizarre characters that populate the series. Each episode presents a mix of comedic situations, romantic entanglements, and fantastical adventures. From alien invasions and time travel to supernatural encounters and school life, the series combines a variety of genres, keeping viewers entertained with its unpredictable and humorous storytelling.
