Osomatsu-san 2nd Season

Produced by Pierrot and based on a manga, this 25-episode second season brings back the anxiety-ridden, jobless Matsuno sextuplets for another round of unapologetic absurdity. Airing in Fall 2017, the series maintains its core episodic structure, blending rapid-fire comedy with surprisingly sharp drama. Because the main cast consists entirely of adults, the humor leans into mature themes, ranging from mundane family life struggles to wildly out-of-context surreal scenarios. One segment might parody a specific genre, while the next completely breaks the fourth wall to mock its own production. Scoring a solid 7.6, the show succeeds by constantly shifting its comedic targets. Viewers looking for a continuous, overarching plot will not find it here. The episodic viewing experience feels like flipping through late-night sketch comedy. Yet, beneath the ridiculous gags and the 'cute boys doing cute things' aesthetic, which occasionally leans into femboy territory, there is a persistent theme of societal anxiety. It is a bizarre, self-aware watch that rewards those who enjoy chaotic character dynamics.