If you think middle school life is boring, you've never met the Kimengumi gang! High School! Kimengumi is an anime that returns to bring laughter in 2026 with the story of five boys ready to stir up the school to the max. In this article, the editorial team will introduce you to a series that may not be for everyone, but is sure to please comedy lovers.
Plot Summary (No Spoilers)
The story takes place at Ichio Middle School, where five strange boys—Rei Ichido, Go Reetsu, Kiyoshi Shusse, Jin Daima, and Dai Monohoshi—form the Kimengumi group, causing chaos at school every single day. Until a new transfer student, Yui Kawa, and her friend Chie Uru get involved with them unintentionally. The series presents everyday life filled with unexpected comedic gags, from bizarre competitions, pranks on teachers, to clashes with other groups like Iro Otokogumi or Bangumi, without a complex main plot—just pure fun.
Performance and Characters
The lead voice actors each do an excellent job. Tomokazu Seki as Rei gives a calm but mischievous voice, while Shunsuke Takeuchi's voice as Go fits the delinquent role perfectly. Yoshitsugu Matsuoka and Chiaki Kobayashi clearly portray the clowns Kiyoshi and Jin, while Kikunosuke Toya as Dai adds another level of craziness. Among the female characters, Haruka Shiraishi's voice as Yui helps balance the story from being too chaotic. Unfortunately, some characters lack depth and feel too stereotypical.
Direction, Visuals, and Music
The visuals use a colorful animation style, emphasizing exaggerated facial expressions and gestures to enhance the comedy. Although not stunningly beautiful, it meets the standard for comedy anime. The background music is upbeat, effectively driving the humor. The opening and ending songs are catchy enough. However, the standout point is the choreography and action scenes that parody fighting cartoons amusingly. Yet, the timing of some gags is not smooth, causing some jokes to fall flat.
Editorial Analysis
High School! Kimengumi is a series that knows exactly what it wants to be: a nonsensical comedy anime focused on mindless entertainment. Its strength lies in its boldness to be crazy and irreverent. But that is also its weakness, as most jokes are repetitive slapstick, which may easily bore viewers who are not fans. Additionally, the lack of a main plot makes the series feel directionless, like a loosely connected set of sketches. The editorial team believes it suits those looking for light-hearted entertainment in their spare time, or old fans missing the chaos of Kimengumi. But for general viewers expecting a story with depth, they may need to adjust their expectations before watching.
Verdict
High School! Kimengumi does its job well as pure comedy, but not everyone will appreciate its repetitive gags. Suitable for old fans or those looking for light-hearted entertainment without expecting deep storytelling. If you like chaotic nonsense, give the Kimengumi a chance, and you might find yourself smiling along with them.
👍 Pros
- +Voice acting that fits the characters and enhances humor
- +Colorful visuals that boost the comedy
- +Suitable for those who enjoy mindless nonsense
👎 Cons
- −Repetitive jokes that remain the same throughout the series
- −No main plot, causing the story to lack direction
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FAQ
The series has 12 episodes in the first season.
Currently, no streaming platform has confirmed availability in Thailand, but it is expected to be available on Crunchyroll or Netflix in the future.
It is fun for those who enjoy nonsensical slapstick comedy anime, but if you prefer meaningful stories, it may not appeal to you.
