The Comic Artist and His Assistants has quietly become one of the more dependable comedies currently available. A compact run that never overstays its welcome. 85 viewers have already rated it on TMDB — the kind of consensus that does not happen by accident. Yoshitsugu Matsuoka's performance alone is worth the time investment. Available now — press play and find out why people keep recommending it.

Part of the current wave of titles people are actually watching, The Comic Artist and His Assistants earns its spot. Sharp writing and a well-matched ensemble are what separate The Comic Artist and His Assistants from the crowd. The life of an artist can be hard: Long, arduous hours working with only your thoughts and assistants to keep you company. In the case of overworked mangaka Aito, his attempts to merge the two are so far unsuccessful. His priorities are askew and subjecting his assistants to his fantasies has taken precedent over work. Yoshitsugu Matsuoka and Saori Hayami lead a cast that never overplays a joke. The Comic Artist and His Assistants premiered in 2014. What keeps The Comic Artist and His Assistants from feeling disposable is a cast that clearly understands the material better than the format usually demands. The consistency throughout is what elevates it — not every moment is the best, but none of them are a reason to stop watching.

The Comic Artist and His Assistants is the kind of thing you put on in the background and end up fully watching. The tonal similarities to BLEND-S are real, though The Comic Artist and His Assistants carves out its own identity quickly. It is a manageable watch, easy to fit into a single week. Yoshitsugu Matsuoka's comic timing carries it through its weaker moments. The kind of comedy you recommend to someone who claims they do not watch much.

The Comic Artist and His Assistants wrapped up in 2014 — and 1 season is available to watch from start to finish. Find exactly where it's streaming below, and TV Butler Pro's free voice app makes it effortless to track your progress as you go. Just say the name, and Butler finds it instantly, tells you which service has it, and remembers exactly where you left off.