Medama Oyaji no April Fools’

目玉おやじのエイプリルフール
Medama Oyaji no April Fools’
Genres: Mythology, Parody
Themes: Mythology, Parody
Studios: Toei Animation
Producers: Fuji TV
Rating: 5.1 / 10
Rank: #13432
Popularity: #14735
Users Listed: 977
Users Scored: 275
NSFW: No
Last Updated: 10/09/2020
Aired: April 1, 2018 (Spring)
Type: special
Source: manga
Age Rating: G
Episodes: 3

Synopsis:

This collection of short animated vignettes presents a playful crossover between two distinct Japanese animation series. The episodes feature Medama Oyaji, known for his peculiar ability to detach and manipulate eyeballs, engaging in lighthearted interactions with the mascot character of Fuji Television. Set against the backdrop of an April Fools' Day theme, these comedic shorts explore themes of unexpected connection and gentle absurdity. The animation style blends elements of both parent series, offering a unique visual experience that is both familiar and subtly off-kilter. The brevity of each episode contributes to a breezy, entertaining feel, providing a brief respite from more substantial narratives while highlighting the surprising compatibility between these seemingly disparate worlds.

Characters:

  • Medama Oyaji (Main)

Reviews:

  • User diddykongxanax (Score: 4/10):
    Honestly, I relate a lot to the eyeball dude, because I do not see what's wrong with this piece of animation. At one point, he swaps his polished eyeball with a more infantly drawn eye. Then in the next, he does it again! That is why I will give this a well-deserved decent 4/10. Absolutely worth my time. Make sure to show this to your family on April 1st. Toei Animation is out here, making animations great again. They're absolute master chiefs of the galaxy. I hope this sweet work is revisited again later in the future. It has definitely made the day for me.

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