Lum the Invader Girl
Lum the Invader Girl

Lum the Invader Girl

2000TV ShowEnded1 SeasonEnglish

Lum the Invader Girl is a dub based on the classic 1981 anime “Urusei Yatsura” produced by the BBC in the year 2000. While the animation from the original anime has gone unchanged the jokes have largely been changed, bringing it more in line with the British comedies of the time

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Director: Unknown (Original Manga by Rumiko Takahashi)Genres: Anime, Comedy, Science Fiction, Romance

Plot Summary

Lum, an alien princess from the planet Oniboshi, crash-lands on Earth and believes she is engaged to Ataru Moroboshi, a lecherous high school student. Her electric powers and outlandish behavior often lead to chaotic and comedic situations, especially when Ataru tries to flirt with other girls. Lum's jealousy and aggressive affection for Ataru create a whirlwind of misadventures for him and everyone around them.

Critical Reception

Urusei Yatsura, and by extension Lum, is a highly influential anime series celebrated for its unique blend of slapstick comedy, romantic hijinks, and surreal science fiction elements. While the original manga and the 1980s anime series are more widely recognized, this OVA collection continues the beloved characters' adventures, maintaining the series' signature humor and eccentric charm, which garnered a dedicated fanbase.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its consistent humor and the endearing, albeit chaotic, relationship between Lum and Ataru.
  • Appreciated for faithfully capturing the spirit and comedic timing of Rumiko Takahashi's original work.
  • Seen as a fun continuation of the established 'Urusei Yatsura' universe for existing fans.

Google audience: Audience reviews often highlight the series' laugh-out-loud comedy and the iconic character of Lum. Many viewers fondly remember the show's eccentric humor and the over-the-top reactions of the characters to Lum's antics, particularly Ataru's constant misfortune.

Fun Fact

The character Lum Invader was originally conceived by Rumiko Takahashi as a parody of a 1970s Japanese sci-fi series called 'Silver Kamen,' where the hero transformed by shouting 'Silver Kamen, fly!'

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