Jentry Chau vs the Underworld
Jentry Chau vs the Underworld
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Jentry Chau vs the Underworld

8.1
Yr 2024
Status Ended
Animation Action & Adventure Sci-Fi & Fantasy Comedy
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Series Brief

Overview

As her 16th birthday approaches, a not-so-average teen rediscovers the fiery powers she's long suppressed and is forced to face her demons — literally.

Critical Reception

What critics are saying

Score 88 /100

Jentry Chau vs the Underworld received enthusiastically positive reviews from critics, who praised creator Echo Wu's ability to balance supernatural action with authentic high school drama. Reviewers highlighted the show's rich incorporation of Chinese mythology, traditional lore, and colorful monsters, calling it a thrilling and vibrant animated adventure.

Critics also singled out the production quality, noting its impressive animation, memorable soundtrack, and strong emotional core. Above all, the series was commended for grounding its fantastical supernatural premise in relatable teenage feelings and characters that audiences genuinely care about.

“A kickass animated adventure bursting with Chinese mythology and monsters.”

“Offers stellar animation and a bumping soundtrack, it has a whole lot of heart.”

“Not only opens a new world of traditions and demons, but also gives us characters that are relatable and that you care for.”

“Takes care to balance the fantastical elements with teenage crushes and complicated feelings.”

Transmission Paths

Where to Watch

Netflix
US • UK • CA
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US • UK • CA
Why fans love it

Jentry Chau vs the Underworld channels the chaotic intersection of high school life and supernatural horror. By blending the standard gripes of a small-town teen with the inconvenient arrival of literal demons, the series finds a unique rhythm in its balance of creature-focused action and grounded Chinese American family dynamics.

Ali Wong anchors a premise that relies on the friction of suppressed abilities manifesting at the most awkward moments. Themes of heritage and identity underpin the comedy, moving alongside the fast-paced animation style. The show treats the protagonist’s complicated path toward self-acceptance as a physical battle, grounding its fantasy elements in the very relatable experience of navigating adolescence while keeping one's life as suspicious as possible.

Featured Players

Cast

Credited 34
Regulars 7
Longest run 13 eps
Ali Wong
Ali Wong
as Jentry Chau (voice)
Lori Tan Chinn
Lori Tan Chinn
as Gugu (voice)
Bowen Yang
Bowen Yang
as Ed (voice)
Micaiah Chen
Micaiah Chen
as Young Jentry (voice)
3 episodes
Crystal J. Huang
Crystal J. Huang
as Iris (voice)
3 episodes
Judy Alice Lee
Judy Alice Lee
as Min Jae (voice)
1 episode
AJ Beckles
AJ Beckles
as Michael (voice)
12 episodes
Jimmy O. Yang
Jimmy O. Yang
as Peng (voice)
4 episodes
Show 26 more
Matthew Lamb as Young Billy (voice) 1 episode Sean Allan Krill as VP Wheeler (voice) 9 episodes Matt Rogers as Billy Bowie (voice) 1 episode SungWon Cho as Maz (voice) 8 episodes Jonathan Melo as Chet (voice) 4 episodes Sheng Wang as Zhongkui (voice) 5 episodes Lucy Liu as Moonie (voice) 5 episodes Michaela Dietz as Walla (voice) 3 episodes Greg Chun as Mr. Cheng / Wallabee (voice) 10 episodes Gina Yashere as Michael's Mom (voice) 2 episodes Cristina Milizia as Stella (voice) 12 episodes Kaiji Tang as Ox Head (voice) 4 episodes Amuche Chukudebelu as Coach (voice) 3 episodes Kenton Chen as Mogui (voice) 4 episodes Ezra Rudulph as Young Boy (voice) 1 episode Stephen Fu as Headless Hershel (voice) 9 episodes Stephanie Sheh as Additional Voices (voice) 13 episodes Keisuke Hoashi as Ghost Escapee (voice) 1 episode Andrew Kishino as Bakeneko 1 / Bakeneko 2 (voice) 1 episode Suzie Yeung as Additional Voices (voice) 3 episodes McKenzie Atwood as Crowd Walla (voice) 3 episodes Eleanor Lin as Xiao Lan (voice) 1 episode Annie Q. Riegel as Bai Suzhen (voice) 1 episode Cory Lee as Fan Wujiu (voice) 1 episode Dawn-Lyen Gardner as Scared Soul (voice) 3 episodes Caleb Yen as Xie Bi'an (voice) 2 episodes
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Keyword Cloud

Keywords

small town texas supernatural high school school female protagonist chinese american mysterious suspicious supernatural power supernatural horror horror complicated
Technical Sheet

Details

First Aired
December 05, 2024
Status
Ended
Origin
US
TMDB Votes
43