The Disastrous Life of Saiki K. (2016)
A high school psychic tries desperately to live a normal life — but his extraordinary powers keep getting in the way.
The Disastrous Life of Saiki K. - Series Information
- Original Title: 斉木楠雄のΨ難
- First Air Year: 2016
- Last Air Year: 2018
- Type: TV Series
- Genres: Animation, Comedy, Sci-Fi, Fantasy
- Content Rating (US): TV-14
- Episode Runtime: Average runtime per episode: 23 minutes
- Number of Seasons: 2
- Number of Episodes: 48
- Status: Ended
- Original Language: Japanese
- Spoken Languages: Japanese
- First Air Date: July 11, 2016 (United States - TV-14), July 11, 2016 (Canada - PG), July 11, 2016 (United Kingdom - 12), July 11, 2016 (Germany - 6), July 11, 2016 (India - U/A 13+), July 11, 2016 (New Zealand - PG), July 11, 2016 (Australia - PG), July 11, 2016 (Brazil - 12), July 11, 2016 (Italy - T), July 11, 2016 (Spain - 7), July 11, 2016 (South Korea - 15)
- Networks: TV Tokyo, TV Aichi, TVQ, TV Osaka, TVh, TSC
- Alternative Titles: Saiki Kusuo no Psi-nan (JP), Злощасне життя псионіка Сайкі Кусуо (UA), The Disastrous Life of Saiki K. (CH), חייו הרי האסון של סאיקי ק. (IL)
- Production Companies: J.C.STAFF, Shogakukan-Shueisha Productions, EGG FIRM
- Production Countries: Japan
The Disastrous Life of Saiki K. - Plot
High school sophomore Kusuo Saiki swore as a child that he would keep his psychic talents hidden, but his abilities still make his life difficult.
The Disastrous Life of Saiki K. - Trailer
See the chaos unfold as Saiki's psychic life spirals hilariously out of control:
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The Disastrous Life of Saiki K. - Cast & Crew
Main Cast
- Hiroshi Kamiya
- Ai Kayano
- Maaya Uchida
- Yoshimasa Hosoya
- Nobunaga Shimazaki
- Yuki Kaji
- Masaya Matsukaze
- Daisuke Ono
- Yukari Tamura
- Haruka Tomatsu
Writers
- Michiko Yokote
- Kohei Urushibara
- Atsushi Takayama
- Hiroko Kanasugi
The Disastrous Life of Saiki K. - FAQs
Where can you stream The Disastrous Life of Saiki K.?
The Disastrous Life of Saiki K. is available to stream on Netflix and Netflix Standard with Ads. It can also be purchased digitally through the Apple TV Store. Netflix carries both seasons of the series with an English dub and the original Japanese audio with subtitles.
Is The Disastrous Life of Saiki K. based on a manga?
Yes. The series is a direct adaptation of the manga Saiki Kusuo no Psi-nan by Shuichi Aso, which was serialized in Weekly Shonen Jump from 2012 to 2018. The manga's comedic gag format translates closely into the anime's rapid-fire episode structure.
Who voices the main character Saiki Kusuo?
Saiki Kusuo is voiced in Japanese by Hiroshi Kamiya, a highly acclaimed voice actor known for roles such as Levi in Attack on Titan and Trafalgar Law in One Piece. The English dub features Micah Solusod in the role for the Netflix version.
How many seasons and episodes does Saiki K. have?
The Disastrous Life of Saiki K. has 2 main seasons with 24 episodes each, totalling 48 episodes. There are also 3 bonus special episodes collected under Season 0. A follow-up ONA series, The Disastrous Life of Saiki K.: Reawakened, was released on Netflix in 2019.
Is The Disastrous Life of Saiki K. worth watching?
Absolutely. The series is widely praised for its sharp, self-aware humor and rapid comedic pacing. Critics and fans alike highlight its clever deconstruction of anime tropes and the endearing ensemble cast. It holds a strong reputation as one of the best anime comedies of the 2010s.
What is The Disastrous Life of Saiki K. about?
The show follows Kusuo Saiki, a high school student born with extraordinary psychic powers including telepathy, telekinesis, and clairvoyance. Despite his best efforts to live a quiet, unremarkable life, his bizarre classmates and uncontrollable abilities constantly drag him into absurd, comedic situations.
What is the content rating for The Disastrous Life of Saiki K.?
The Disastrous Life of Saiki K. is rated TV-14 in the United States, indicating it may be unsuitable for children under 14. The series contains mild comedic violence, some suggestive humor, and satirical content, making it appropriate for teenagers and adults.
Will there be a Season 3 of The Disastrous Life of Saiki K.?
The main TV series ended in 2018 after two seasons. A follow-up titled The Disastrous Life of Saiki K.: Reawakened arrived on Netflix in 2019 as a limited ONA series. As of now, no further continuation has been officially announced, and the series status is listed as Ended.
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