Name: Kinnikuman
Genre: Animation, Comedy, Action & Adventure, Sci-Fi & Fantasy
Released: 1983-04-03
Rating: 7.8
Cast: Akira Kamiya

A bumbling meathead prince wrestles aliens for a throne he barely deserves. Peak 80s chaos.

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Absurdist wrestling fever dreamShounen on steroidsSo bad it's legendary

Latest Episode

25 min

Season 2 • Episode 46

Latest

Kinnikuman is Forever!!

Sep 27, 1992

Overview

Animation Comedy Action & Adventure Sci-Fi & Fantasy

Kinnikuman (real name Suguru Kinniku), is a clumsy, foolish, comical superhero who discovers that he is the missing prince of the planet Kinniku (known for producing the greatest superheroes in the universe). Since he is a clumsy fool, however, he must prove himself worthy of the throne. To do so he enters wrestling competitions and battles evil Chojin.

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Content warning

shounen anime based on manga parody

Merit vs. birthrightFound family through combatSelf-acceptance through absurdityLegacy and honor

Standout Aspects

Writing

Ridiculous Chojin designs and pun-based superpowers.

Acting

Akira Kamiya's screaming commitment to utter nonsense.

Practical Effects

Limited animation that somehow amplifies the charm.

Best for:Binge·Friends·Background

Heads up:Violence

First AiredApr 3, 1983

StatusEnded

Vibe

Pacefast

Intensityhigh

Tonelight

Feellight

Seasons2·Episodes183

Top Cast

Akira Kamiya

Suguru Kinniku (voice)

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Deep Dive

Trivia, insights & behind the scenes

Cultural

Launched the 'Kinnikuman Curse' where voice actors for new characters often died tragically, becoming infamous urban legend in anime fandom.

Trivia

The super-popular character Brocken Jr. was nearly cut for being too Nazi-coded; instead they made him a sympathetic hero with a tragic backstory. Bold choice, 1983.