The Devil Is a Part-Timer!
2013
Original language: Japanese
- animation
- comedy
- action & adventure
- sci-fi & fantasy
The story
Foiled by a hero when he’s inches away from conquering the world, the devil finds himself in modern-day Tokyo. With no real-world skills to speak of, the devil is forced to make ends meet flipping burgers at a fast food joint! To stall any further plans of world domination, the hero tracks the devil’s trail and takes on the lowly tasks of a telemarketer.
What it’s like
Bright, saturated anime colors give this series the cheerful clatter of a busy fast-food counter: fluorescent kitchen whites, sunlit suburban streets, and the cramped, lamp-lit rooms of a modest Tokyo apartment. Its palette is clean and poppy, with cel-shaded characters against soft painted backgrounds, and the camera favors snappy cuts, quick reaction shots, and bursts of stylized action that resolve quickly. The soundtrack leans on bouncy pop and upbeat incidental cues, with the occasional dramatic swell for mock-epic confrontations. The vibe is light, breezy, and self-deprecating, a comfortable watch for lazy afternoons, background viewing while cooking, or a relaxed evening when you want something amusing without strain. Pacing is brisk and episodic, with each stretch of workplace comedy landing a gag before moving on. Emotionally the show is warm and playful: its central figures, a scheming demon and a determined hero who end up sharing mundane jobs and cramped living arrangements, slowly soften toward one another and toward the people around them. Violence is cartoonish and brief, mostly slapstick scuffles and magical blasts with no gore, and romantic moments stay gentle and understated. It suits viewers who want lighthearted, low-stakes comedy with a touch of sweetness.
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