Common Sense Media Review
By Melissa Camacho
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based on child development research. How do we rate?
Fun teen psychic anime is witty, wacky, and mildly violent.
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The Disastrous Life of Saiki K.: Reawakened
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Based on 5 parent reviews
Based on 50 kid reviews
Kids say the show is mostly enjoyable, with humor that appeals to pre-teens and young teens, although it contains some mild swearing and subtle sexual innuendo. Reviewers generally recommend it for ages 10-13, stating that while some characters display inappropriate behaviors, these are portrayed in a negative light and do not dominate the storyline.
- family-friendly
- mild swearing
- some sexual content
- age appropriate
- humorous writing
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What's the Story?
THE DISASTROUS LIFE OF SAIKI K.: REAWAKENED features Saiki K., a sardonic teenager with extraordinary psychic abilities who wants to live an ordinary life. Saiki Kusuo (voiced in English by Kyle McCarley) just wants to go to school at PK Academy, keep to himself, and stay out of trouble. But somehow he manages to find himself dealing with all sorts of mishaps, both at school and at home. Making it worse is the eclectic group of self-proclaimed school friends that like to tag along with him, including Riki Nendo (Jason Charles Miller), Shun Kaido (Zach Aguilar), and others who have special powers of their own.
Is It Any Good?
Despite a few new characters (and some new dubbed voices), those familiar with this funny series will enjoy it. The funny six-episode sequel to a popular manga-themed anime series, The Disastrous Life of Saiki K., features Saiki Kusuo's well-scripted, trademark dry commentary throughout each storyline. The short, gag-like stories underscore Kusuo's struggle to balance the use of his ever-growing powers while wanting to live a nondescript life as a regular teenager. This, along with some fast talking dry wit, creates chuckle-worthy moments. But The Disastrous Life of Saiki K.: Reawakened is still a fun watch for folks who are new to the story world.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about the series title, The Disastrous Life of Saiki K.: Reawakened? What makes Saiki Kusuo's life disastrous? Do you think that's a good adjective to describe it?
How does Saiki Kusuo define a normal life? Are his psychic powers the reason he feels different from other kids, or are there other reasons?
Discuss manga and anime. What's the difference between them? What are some of the defining features of these art forms?
TV Details
- Premiere date : December 20, 2019
- Cast : Kyle McCarley , Jason Charles Miller , Zach Aguilar
- Network : Netflix
- Genre : Anime
- Topics : School ( High School )
- TV rating :
- Last updated : October 9, 2025
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