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Season 1 – Aggretsuko

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Retsuko is a 25-year-old red panda who is growing increasingly frustrated with her job in the accounting department of a trading company in Tokyo as she enters her fifth year working at the firm. All she wants to do is get her job done and make it through the day. But her frustrations often reach a boiling point -- whether it's because of pushy superiors or annoying co-workers -- and when they do she gets her emotions out the only way she knows how -- by going to a karaoke bar and venting through death metal music.
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Aggretsuko — Season 1

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Critics Consensus

Uniquely bleak for a Sanrio property, Aggretsuko balances biting corporate satire with adorable characters and absurdist comedy to create a surprising, insightful addition to the world of animation.

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Sam Barsanti AV Club 05/18/2018
B
Aggretsuko isn't some unflinching nightmare, though, as it also has some great moments of weird comedy. Go to Full Review Hanh Nguyen IndieWire 05/18/2018
B+
And that is the crux of "Aggretsuko's" problem. As it stands, this delightful season is more like filling up on Costco samples than a more substantial series binge. That's no doubt part of its charm. Go to Full Review Karen Han Thrillist 05/02/2018
It's cute, it's funny, it's cuttingly relatable [...]. It's among the best original series that Netflix has to offer, animated or otherwise. Go to Full Review Angelica Frey Hyperallergic 02/14/2020
The strength of the series lies in the cast of characters Retsuko encounters at work, and her relationship with each of them. Go to Full Review Charlie Ceates Cultured Vultures 10/08/2019
9/10
Even though the show leaves in pretty much the same place as it started, it is still a must-watch. So, if you want something to take your mind away from the daily grind, this is a show you should absolutely be watching. Go to Full Review Hoai-Tran Bui Slashfilm 05/10/2019
Aggretsuko is not only an insightful portrait of work culture, but an ode to female empowerment. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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These S Mar 4 10/10 season with accurate subs on netflix See more Johnathon W @Hoppynsc 08/25/2023 Hilarious romantic comedy series that, while on the surface, seems more anime with its title character's love of death metal and the various animals. However, underneath is a classic sit-com. All the characters are fantastic, with Retsuko slowly developing over the series, from a meek, death metal loving accountant to someone you genuinely root for as she navigates work and love. The rest of the cast is equally great, with many making surprising turns by the end of the season (Retsuko's oppressive boss, Mr. Ton, is the biggest surprise). Behind the camera, the show runners make great use of the anime setting, with the different animals and use of death metal. However, it remains a straight forward workplace comedy. All in all, one of the best anime series in recent years. See more Nicolas R 01/14/2023 Unwatchably cringe. Wanted to rip my eyes out. Another kids show with swear words. See more Brianna L 01/24/2022 This is why I got netflix. Aggretsuko is amazing See more 12/23/2021 The relatable scenarios and tackling of issues with the workplace all in a playful manner make this show stand out quite a lot. Especially with its main character being a cutesy red panda that calms down with the most thunderous type of music ever. See more 10/22/2021 This show encouraged me to finally make an account here and rate it 5 stars. It's clean, wholesome, relatable, sometimes deep, and I am very excited for season 4! See more Read all reviews
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Kaolip

Retsuko

Komegumi Koiwasaki

Washimi

Maki Tsuruta

Gori

Sota Arai

Director Ton

Rina Inoue

Fenneko

Shingo Kato

Haida

Episodes

Episode 0 Aired Dec 20, 2018 We Wish You a Metal Christmas Retsuko's newfound obsession with posting pics on her social media account threatens to ruin her Christmas, while Haida still hopes to spend Christmas with her. Details Episode 1 Aired Apr 20, 2018 A Day in the Life of Retsuko As Retsuko enters her fifth year at a prestigious trading firm, she struggles to motivate herself everyday as the daily stress from work takes a toll. Details Episode 2 Aired Apr 20, 2018 A Good, Hard-Working Girl Tired of her wholesome good-girl persona at work, Retsuko is drawn to the free-spirited lifestyle of her former high school classmate, Puko. Details Episode 3 Aired Apr 20, 2018 Short-Timer Retsuko loses the will to tackle the daily grind after Puko asks her to join a new business venture; fed-up Retsuko talks back to her supervisor. Details Episode 4 Aired Apr 20, 2018 Walking Down the Aisle When plans to leave her thankless job fall through, Retsuko continues to work in hopes of some day marrying and becoming a full-time housewife. Details Episode 5 Aired Apr 20, 2018 Exposed The solitary life Retsuko leads is about to change when Director Gori and Washimi take her to a karaoke bar after yoga class. Details Episode 6 Aired Apr 20, 2018 Stoking Rebellion Washimi acknowledges Retsuko's efforts to make things right with Director Ton, using her position as assistant to the president as leverage to help. Details Episode 7 Aired Apr 20, 2018 The Duel After the president cautions Director Ton on his abrasive behavior, his unusually polite demeanor puzzles and frightens his direct reports. Details Episode 8 Aired Apr 20, 2018 The Out of Pocket Prince Persuaded by colleagues Director Gori and Washimi, reluctant Retsuko agrees to join a company singles mixer hosted by Tsunoda. Details Episode 9 Aired Apr 20, 2018 A Rosy World Supervisor Tsubone sends Retsuko on an errand to the sales department, where she falls for a colleague, Resasuke, who she met the night before. Details Episode 10 Aired Apr 20, 2018 The Dream Ends A happy but frustrated Retsuko increasingly makes mistakes at work; a busy quarterly reporting period looms ahead for the accounting team. Details

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Season Info

Director
Rareko
Executive Producer
Taro Goto
Screenwriter
Rareko
Network
Netflix
Rating
TV-14
Genre
Action, Comedy, Anime
Original Language
Japanese
Release Date
Dec 20, 2018
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