Scum's Wish English Sub & Dub

About Scum's Wish

If you are hunting for a new drama series, Scum's Wish (クズの本懐) deserves a look (2017). The setup goes like this. In short: Hanabi has loved her older ally Narumi for years, but she’s still in high school and not only is Narumi now her new homeroom teacher, he’s also clearly in love with the music teacher, Akane. And as awkward as being the unwanted third in a romantic triangle can be, things become even more twisted for Hanabi when she learns that another pupil, Mugi, is in love with Akane.

Further in, that leads to a strange idea: since the ones that Mugi and Hanabi are in love with aren’t available, the two unrequited thirds start to explore the idea of becoming each other’s substitute surrogate relationship. It’s not about romance, of course. Just sex and convenience.

As a drama title, character writing and emotional payoff matter more than spectacle. Voice work is led by Chika Anzai as Hanabi Yasuraoka and Nobunaga Shimazaki as Mugi Awaya. Think of it as a pick for viewers who prefer story and feelings over flashy action. With 12 episodes in total, there is enough room for the story to develop.

Production & Appeal

Production sits with Lerche, which means the visual identity of Scum's Wish follows that studio's craft. Within the drama category, character writing and emotional payoff matter more than spectacle. Its 6.8/10 score suggests opinions are split, so it suits viewers who already like the genre. Voice casting, including Chika Anzai as Hanabi Yasuraoka, adds to the appeal for fans who follow seiyuu. Released in 2017, it competed with that season's other new series for attention.