DearS has been quietly earning a loyal audience, and right now it's all available in the US on Crunchyroll and Crunchyroll Amazon Channel. Kisho Taniyama leads a cast that brings something genuine to every episode.

Sharp writing and a well-matched ensemble are what separate DearS from the crowd. One year ago, a UFO containing 150 aliens crash-landed off the shores of Kasai. Because no one could fix their ship, the Japanese Government decided to bestow upon them the designation "DearS" and make them into Japanese citizens. One morning, a truck carrying a capsule that housed one of the aliens ends up dropping it into the riverbank, releasing her from her confinement. Kisho Taniyama and Ai Shimizu lead a cast that brings real weight to the material. It aired in 2004.

If you need a comedy that actually makes you laugh rather than just smile politely, DearS is a strong candidate — fans of To Love Ru will recognise the sensibility immediately. It works alone or with company.