Samurai Rabbit: The Usagi Chronicles
Samurai Rabbit: The Usagi Chronicles
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Samurai Rabbit: The Usagi Chronicles

6.2
Yr 2022
Rt 25m
Status Ended
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Series Brief

Overview

A teenage rabbit aspiring to become a real samurai teams up with new warrior friends to protect their city from Yokai monsters, ninjas and evil aliens.

Critical Reception

What critics are saying

Score 68 /100

Critical reception for Samurai Rabbit: The Usagi Chronicles was generally mixed-to-positive, with reviewers describing it as a fun, lighthearted entry in Netflix's animated lineup. Critics noted that while the show is primarily geared toward a younger audience, it retains enough heart and engaging worldbuilding to keep adults and long-time fans of the original comic book series entertained.

The series earned praise for its endearing protagonist and spectacular adventure scenes, as well as the positive life lessons woven into the story. However, critics frequently pointed out drawbacks such as predictable genre tropes, hit-or-miss comedy, and action sequences that felt slightly sluggish. Others noted that the visual presentation and action choreography held the show back from reaching its full potential, though it ultimately remains a decent watch made with clear affection for the material.

“an engaging and interesting animated series which can be enjoyed by young children as well the adults”

“The lack of action choreography, and the lack of an up to standard visual presentation are the only things that are holding back Samurai Rabbit from becoming a classic.”

“boasts solid characters and worldbuilding, but weak comedy and slow action hold it back a bit.”

“plays it safe with characters, humor, and beats that have been seen before in this genre of animation”

Transmission Paths

Where to Watch

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

Samurai Rabbit: The Usagi Chronicles translates the history of a long-running comic book series into a distinct 3D animation style. It manages to balance the rigid traditions of a ronin lifestyle with the absurdity of a world populated by Yokai monsters and extraterrestrial threats. The result is an action comedy that prioritizes fast movement and frequent swordplay rather than slow world-building.

Darren Barnet leads the voice cast as an ambitious protagonist navigating the transition from student to protector. By grounding the chaotic blend of feudal Japan and futuristic elements, the series maintains a consistent tone despite the odd mix of ninjas, aliens, and katanas. It feels less like a traditional adaptation and more like an experiment in combining mismatched genres into a single, cohesive chase.

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Keywords

samurai katana based on comic ronin feudal japan 3d animation
Technical Sheet

Details

First Aired
April 28, 2022
Status
Ended
Episode Runtime
25 minutes
Origin
US
TMDB Votes
35