Assassination Classroom
Assassination Classroom

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Assassination Classroom

2016
TV Show
Ended
3 Seasons
Japanese

The students of Class 3-E have a mission: kill their teacher before graduation. He has already destroyed the moon, and has promised to destroy the Earth if he can not be killed within a year. But how can this class of misfits kill a tentacled monster, capable of reaching Mach 20 speed, who may be the best teacher any of them have ever had?

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IMDb6.7/10
Google Users86%
Director: Eiichiro HasumiGenres: Action, Comedy, Sci-Fi, Supernatural, School, Shonen

Plot Summary

A mysterious, superpowered octopus-like creature, known as Koro-sensei, destroys 70% of the moon and threatens to do the same to Earth. He then takes a job as a homeroom teacher at Kunugigaoka Junior High School's Class 3-E, known as the 'End Class.' The students are given one year to assassinate him before he destroys the planet, receiving specialized weapons and training. Despite the assassination objective, Koro-sensei proves to be a dedicated and caring teacher who helps his students improve academically and personally.

Critical Reception

The film adaptation of 'Assassination Classroom' was generally well-received by audiences familiar with the manga and anime series. It was praised for its faithful adaptation of the source material, its blend of humor and action, and its heartwarming portrayal of the student-teacher relationship. Critics noted its unique premise and the effective execution of both the comedic and dramatic elements.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its unique and engaging premise that blends humor, action, and emotional depth.

  • Applauded for its successful adaptation of beloved manga and anime material.

  • Hailed for its strong performances, particularly from the young cast.

Google audience: Audiences generally loved the film for its creative concept and the dynamic between the students and their unusual teacher. Many viewers appreciated the humor and the surprisingly touching moments, finding it to be an entertaining and well-executed adaptation.

Fun Fact

The film is based on the popular Japanese manga series of the same name, written and illustrated by Yusei Matsui, which was serialized in Shueisha's Weekly Shonen Jump from July 2012 to March 2016.

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