Ranma ½ (OVA) English Sub & Dub

About Ranma ½ (OVA)

If you are hunting for a new comedy series, Ranma ½ (OVA) (Ranma 1/2 (OVA)) deserves a look (1993). The setup goes like this. What the story covers: Ranma Saotome continues his search for a way to become a normal teenage boy again. He gets into many hilarious situations involving the many girls in his life.

Further in, one of the biggest challenges is overcoming the proposals from others who have found a suitable bride for Ranma. He has his own worries and must muster up the best of his wits and martial arts to keep his sanity. It's not easy being desired by so many women (and men) and not breaking hearts of a few along the way.

With comedy at the core, timing, character chemistry and running gags decide whether it lands. Ranma Saotome (Megumi Hayashibara) and Akane Tendou (Noriko Hidaka) are two of the characters you will meet early. Think of it as a pick for viewers who want something light between heavier series. With 6 episodes in total, there is enough room for the story to develop.

Production & Appeal

GAINAX and Studio DEEN is the studio behind Ranma ½ (OVA), and its direction shapes everything from character design to motion. Within the comedy category, timing, character chemistry and running gags decide whether it lands. A 7.5/10 score points to a dependable, well-liked series. On the casting side, Megumi Hayashibara voicing Ranma Saotome gives the lead role a recognizable voice. Released in 1993, it competed with that season's other new series for attention.