Dirty Pair (OVA)

About Dirty Pair (OVA)

Here is what Dirty Pair (OVA) (ダーティペア (OVA)) is about, retold in plain terms: an action, adventure and comedy anime by Sunrise and Kino Production (1987). In short: Set in the future Kei and Yuri are Trouble Consultants for The 3WA. Code Named "Lovely Angels", but, they are known throughout the galaxy as The Dirty Pair.

From there, they always solve their case, but, not without causing collateral damage and mayhem.

In an action series like this, fight choreography, pacing and sound design carry much of the weight. Voice work is led by Kyouko Tonguu as Kei and Saeko Shimazu as Yuri. This one is best suited to viewers who like fast, high-impact fights. At 10 episodes in total, it is easy to plan a viewing schedule.

Production & Appeal

Production sits with Sunrise and Kino Production, which means the visual identity of Dirty Pair (OVA) follows that studio's craft. The action focus matters here: fight choreography, pacing and sound design carry much of the weight. At 7.1/10 it earns a solid reception, a safe pick for fans of the genre. Voice casting, including Kyouko Tonguu as Kei, adds to the appeal for fans who follow seiyuu. It aired in 1987, which makes it easy to place in the wider anime calendar.