10 Comedy Anime to Brighten Your Day

If you’re looking for laughter, outrageous adventures, and memorable characters, the list below brings together comedy anime that will keep you entertained from start to finish. Each series blends humor with engaging stories, whether set in schools, fantasy worlds, or everyday life.

Get ready to meet unique characters who turn simple moments into hilarious and unforgettable situations!

Gintama

- IMDb Rating: 8.6/10

In an alternate 19th-century Japan, where aliens known as Amanto have invaded, Gintoki Sakata, a lazy samurai with a sweet tooth, runs the Yorozuya, a freelance odd-jobs agency. Between absurd missions, epic battles, and daily troubles, Gintoki and his friends Shinpachi and Kagura face situations mixing slapstick comedy, anime parodies, and unexpected drama.

Beyond its irreverent humor, the anime also delivers moving stories about loyalty, friendship, and courage. Despite his chaotic life, Gintoki holds on to his samurai principles and often shows that even the laziest people can become unlikely heroes.

Grand Blue

- IMDb Rating: 8.0/10

Iori Kitahara moves to the seaside town of Izu for college, but quickly finds himself swept into the Blue Diving Club, where what should have been a peaceful experience turns into wild parties, pranks, and endless chaos. Between diving sessions and over-the-top antics, Iori must navigate eccentric classmates while figuring out his own path to adulthood.

The anime blends physical comedy with genuine friendship, showing Iori’s personal growth as he discovers passions, faces challenges, and learns responsibility—even in the middle of absurd situations.

Nichijou (My Ordinary Life)

- IMDb Rating: 8.4/10

Nichijou follows the seemingly ordinary lives of three students: Mio, Yuuko, and Mai. However, their everyday routines are constantly interrupted by bizarre events, such as a household robot developing a quirky personality or a deer wreaking havoc at school. The contrast between the mundane and the surreal is the show’s signature charm.

Behind its over-the-top humor, Nichijou also highlights genuine friendships, school struggles, and small victories in daily life. Each episode balances absurdity with warmth, making the series both hilarious and emotionally engaging.

Konosuba: God’s Blessing on This Wonderful World!

- IMDb Rating: 8.1/10

After a ridiculous death, Kazuma Satou is reincarnated in a fantasy world with the option of bringing along one item or companion. He chooses Aqua, a useless goddess, and together they form a clumsy team of adventurers. Through hilarious defeats, ridiculous monsters, and constant failures, the anime brilliantly parodies RPG and fantasy tropes with humor.

Despite the chaos, the series also explores the dynamics between its characters, showing friendship, rivalry, and even heartfelt moments in unexpected battles. Every failed quest and absurd mishap only strengthens the group’s hilarious chemistry.

Haven’t You Heard? I’m Sakamoto

- IMDb Rating: 6.7/10

Sakamoto is the perfect student: stylish, intelligent, athletic, and flawless in every situation. From helping classmates in bizarre ways to solving problems with unmatched flair, his school life is a constant display of brilliance and charm. Each episode showcases ridiculous challenges that Sakamoto overcomes with creativity and humor.

Beyond exaggerated comedy, the anime emphasizes how small actions can positively influence the world around us. Even the most envious or troubled classmates eventually learn (often in hilarious ways) to respect and admire Sakamoto.

Mashle: Magic and Muscles

- IMDb Rating: 7.0/10

In a world where magic is everything, Mash Burnedead is a young man without magical abilities, but blessed with overwhelming physical strength. At Easton Academy, he faces challenges and rivals using nothing but muscles and wit. The contrast between the serious magical world and Mash’s absurd methods creates constant comedy.

Alongside the humor, the anime explores perseverance, courage, and friendship, showing that true strength isn’t just magical but also lies in determination and character. Mash proves that in a rigid world, willpower and creativity can overcome even impossible odds.

The Disastrous Life of Saiki K.

- IMDb Rating: 8.1/10

Saiki Kusuo possesses nearly limitless psychic powers, including telepathy, telekinesis, and even future sight. However, all he wants is to live a normal life. Comedy ensues when eccentric classmates and absurd situations force Saiki to use his powers in hilarious (and often disastrous) ways.

The anime also shows how Saiki copes with the burden of hiding his powers while maintaining relationships and trying to stay unnoticed. This constant struggle between normality and chaos creates both funny moments and glimpses into the loneliness of having extraordinary abilities.

Kaguya-sama: Love Is War

- IMDb Rating: 8.5/10

Kaguya Shinomiya and Miyuki Shirogane, members of the student council, are in love, but neither wants to confess first. The series follows their “psychological war,” with elaborate schemes, mind games, and manipulations that lead to brilliantly funny situations.

Beyond the comedy, the anime dives deep into character psychology, highlighting insecurities, pride, and vulnerability. Each episode balances laugh-out-loud moments with heartfelt scenes, creating a clever and entertaining portrait of romance and rivalry.

Ouran High School Host Club

- IMDb Rating: 8.2/10

Haruhi Fujioka, a scholarship student at an elite school, accidentally breaks an expensive vase belonging to the Host Club and is forced to disguise herself as a boy to work off the debt. Surrounded by eccentric classmates and extravagant clients, Haruhi navigates constant misunderstandings and comedic chaos.

Beyond the humor, the anime explores themes of identity, acceptance, and friendship. Haruhi challenges stereotypes and social expectations, proving that talent and character matter more than status or appearance, even in a school full of wealth and exaggerated etiquette.

Great Teacher Onizuka

- IMDb Rating: 8.5/10

Eikichi Onizuka, a former gang member and martial artist, decides to become a teacher. Despite his unconventional methods, irreverent personality, and chaotic behavior, he genuinely cares about his students, helping them overcome personal struggles, bullying, and school conflicts.

The anime strikes a balance between comedy and drama, showing how Onizuka transforms his students and school with his unique style. While his antics provoke endless laughter, they also inspire change and deliver powerful life lessons about courage, honesty, and perseverance.

These 10 anime prove that comedy can be just as meaningful as it is entertaining. From bizarre worlds to eccentric schools and unforgettable characters, each series offers laughter, touching moments, and valuable life lessons.

If you want to laugh out loud while connecting with engaging stories, this list is a perfect place to start.

Most of these anime, if not all, are available on Crunchyroll. Hope you enjoy them!