Urusei Yatsura: The Electric Household Guard
Urusei Yatsura: The Electric Household Guard

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Urusei Yatsura: The Electric Household Guard

1989
Movie
30 min
Japanese

Mendou hires a new personal Ninja with some very unusual abilities, only to have him fall head-over-heels for his manipulative sister, Ryoko.

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IMDb7.0/10
Director: Katsuhiko NishijimaGenres: Anime, Comedy, Science Fiction, Romance

Plot Summary

Lum, the alien princess, and her lecherous human boyfriend Ataru are back in this animated feature. When a group of mysterious robotic beings begins to systematically 'guard' the residents of Tomobiki, Lum and her friends must uncover the reason behind this peculiar phenomenon. Their investigation leads to a bizarre revelation involving a desperate plea for help from a future Earth.

Critical Reception

As a direct-to-video OVA, 'The Electric Household Guard' is often viewed as a fun, albeit somewhat formulaic, addition to the Urusei Yatsura franchise. It's appreciated by fans for its continuation of the established character dynamics and humor, though it doesn't typically reach the same heights as some of the earlier theatrical films.

What Reviewers Say

  • Delivers the signature Urusei Yatsura blend of slapstick and romantic comedy.

  • Features enjoyable character interactions and quirky sci-fi elements.

  • While not groundbreaking, it's a solid entry for long-time fans of the series.

Google audience: Audience reviews often praise the film for its nostalgic return to the beloved Urusei Yatsura universe, highlighting the familiar humor and character dynamics. Some viewers note that it maintains the chaotic charm of the original series.

Fun Fact

This OVA was released as part of a series of Urusei Yatsura OVAs, with each one often featuring different directors and focusing on specific characters or plotlines within the expansive universe.

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