Ushio and Tora is currently streaming on major platforms, and it delivers exactly the kind of comedy that earns a loyal following. A single, tightly-focused season means there is plenty to get through without ever feeling padded. 156 people have weighed in on TMDB, and the verdict leans heavily positive. Tasuku Hatanaka is the obvious draw, but the whole ensemble earns its laughs. Start it whenever you need something guaranteed to land.

There is a reason Ushio and Tora keeps coming up in conversation. Ushio and Tora does what great comedies rarely manage — it is actually funny, consistently, across the whole run. When he stumbles upon Tora, a demon who's been impaled by a spear, young Ushio frees the beast and demands his help in fighting other agents of evil. Tasuku Hatanaka and Rikiya Koyama lead a cast with the timing to make it work. Ushio and Tora premiered in 2015–2016. What keeps Ushio and Tora 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.

Comedy fans looking for a reliably funny watch will find it in Ushio and Tora. The Idaten Deities Know Only Peace is the obvious comparison, but Ushio and Tora earns its own place alongside it. Short enough to finish in a weekend, substantial enough to feel satisfying. Tasuku Hatanaka sets the tone, but the supporting cast is where a lot of the best moments come from. A reliable pick for any night you want quality comedy without the homework.

Ushio and Tora wrapped up in 2016 — 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.