Wonder Egg Priority
Wonder Egg Priority

Wonder Egg Priority

2021TV ShowEndedJapanese

Ai, a young girl with shut-in tendencies, who tries not to interact with others. She keeps one of her eyes hidden behind her hair. One day, she happens to stop by a deserted arcade, where she meets "Aka." Spinning the gacha at their urging, she acquires a "Wonder Egg," and from that moment, her fate begins to change...

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IMDb7.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes94%
Metacritic85/100
Google Users93%
Director: Shin WakabayashiGenres: Animation, Drama, Fantasy, Psychological

Plot Summary

Four teenage girls - Ai, Neiru, Rika, and Koito - are given magical, pulsating eggs by a mysterious being, each containing a 'wonder'. They are tasked with protecting these wonders from 'seeno-koto', beings that threaten to shatter them. Each girl's egg holds a connection to a past trauma or regret, and protecting it becomes a journey of confronting their inner demons and the complexities of adolescence.

Critical Reception

Wonder Egg Priority received widespread critical acclaim for its stunning animation, unique premise, and profound exploration of sensitive themes. While praised for its ambition and artistic merit, some found the narrative progression, particularly in the latter half, to be rushed or convoluted. Overall, it is regarded as a thought-provoking and visually striking anime.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its breathtaking animation and artistic direction.
  • Applauded for its courageous tackling of difficult themes like trauma, suicide, and mental health.
  • Some viewers found the latter half of the series to be less coherent than the initial episodes.

Google audience: Google users largely lauded Wonder Egg Priority for its visually impressive animation and its brave exploration of heavy, relatable themes. Many appreciated the depth of the characters' struggles and the series' unique approach to storytelling, though a segment of viewers wished for a more clearly resolved narrative.

Awards & Accolades

Won 'Anime of the Year' at the Crunchyroll Anime Awards 2021. Nominated for numerous other awards including Best Animation and Best Director.

Fun Fact

The distinctive visual style and character designs were heavily influenced by the work of manga artist Yoshitaka Amano.

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Lutist

Wonder Egg Priority is a very delicate anime, it touches themes that are very personal and subjective. Depression, self harm, suicide, sexual harassment on minors and bullying. **This review does NOT contain spoilers.** Please Refrain watc...