Hand Maid May

About Hand Maid May

If you are hunting for a new comedy series, Hand Maid May (HAND MAID メイ) deserves a look (2000). The setup goes like this. The premise: Saotome Kazuya is a computer whiz. One day his ally Nanbara, threatens him with a computer virus.

More of the story: Attempting to stop the virus, Kazuya ends up making a special order. May is a cyberdoll that arrives at his door a few minutes later and she is 1/6th the size of a normal person, which makes for many awkward situations. Not to mention the fact Kazuya can't even afford to keep May.

In a comedy series like this, timing, character chemistry and running gags decide whether it lands. Voice work is led by Maria Yamamoto as May and Omi Minami as Kei. This one is best suited to viewers who want something light between heavier series. With 10 episodes in total, there is enough room for the story to develop.

Production & Appeal

TNK and Ashi Productions is the studio behind Hand Maid May, and its direction shapes everything from character design to motion. Within the comedy category, timing, character chemistry and running gags decide whether it lands. Its 6.2/10 score suggests opinions are split, so it suits viewers who already like the genre. On the casting side, Maria Yamamoto voicing May gives the lead role a recognizable voice. Released in 2000, it competed with that season's other new series for attention.