A lot of idol anime end up being the same or similar type of show with predictable content. Zombieland saga is not like that, it's new and interesting with great characters and absurd comedy. It's fun.
16 Reviews
A fresh unique idol anime
Chankm12314 September 2020
Cute
invisibleunicornninja19 October 2018
This is an interesting anime with a unique premise and decent animation. The voice acting is pretty good, and overall I have no problems with it.
Like a season has come out so far. I was planning on editing this review as episodes came out but I'm not going to do that. This show is awesome. The characters are great. Everything is great. Watch it.
Like a season has come out so far. I was planning on editing this review as episodes came out but I'm not going to do that. This show is awesome. The characters are great. Everything is great. Watch it.
The first idol anime I've ever watched
Protogeist11 March 2019
Warning: Spoilers
Before watching Zombieland Saga, I had never watched an idol anime.
It's not that I had anything against the concept of the "genre", I just didn't have an interest in watching any of the few shows I knew of.
But when I looked at the anime of this season, I saw Zombieland Saga. And I had seen a clip of the first scene of the internet, so I knew what kind of show it was. And I decided that I was going to watch it.
The basic plot of the anime is that Koutarou revives 7 girls, who he gives the mission to save SAGA. They're basically zombie idols. And something I found very interesting was how important it was for the plot that the girls were zombies. Cause a major theme of the show was how idols have to hide their personality and relationships to be successful as an idol. It is pretty disgusting, to be honest, and I appreciate how this is the first anime I have heard of that tackles the issue. Cause the zombie literally have to paint over their skin to not scare the public. The only difference is that it makes sense for them to do that since the public would logically try to kill them.
But yeah it would have been easy for the creators to make them zombies so that it sticks out of the crowd just a little. But they thought of it a little more and made something great.
Something I didn't say in my synopsis is the "era difference" of the girls. Yuugiri, one of the main characters, dies in 1880, while Sakura dies in 2008. And the time difference shows a lot. You can see the different styles that the girls sing in reflect "idols" of the time. Again, they could have gone with it easy and just make them look their age. But they took time to make it a little more interesting.
So yeah. If you want to see a show that tackles issues that idols have, or just talks about idols realistically. Then this is the show for you.
weak 9/10, 3rd favorite of the year ATM
But when I looked at the anime of this season, I saw Zombieland Saga. And I had seen a clip of the first scene of the internet, so I knew what kind of show it was. And I decided that I was going to watch it.
The basic plot of the anime is that Koutarou revives 7 girls, who he gives the mission to save SAGA. They're basically zombie idols. And something I found very interesting was how important it was for the plot that the girls were zombies. Cause a major theme of the show was how idols have to hide their personality and relationships to be successful as an idol. It is pretty disgusting, to be honest, and I appreciate how this is the first anime I have heard of that tackles the issue. Cause the zombie literally have to paint over their skin to not scare the public. The only difference is that it makes sense for them to do that since the public would logically try to kill them.
But yeah it would have been easy for the creators to make them zombies so that it sticks out of the crowd just a little. But they thought of it a little more and made something great.
Something I didn't say in my synopsis is the "era difference" of the girls. Yuugiri, one of the main characters, dies in 1880, while Sakura dies in 2008. And the time difference shows a lot. You can see the different styles that the girls sing in reflect "idols" of the time. Again, they could have gone with it easy and just make them look their age. But they took time to make it a little more interesting.
So yeah. If you want to see a show that tackles issues that idols have, or just talks about idols realistically. Then this is the show for you.
weak 9/10, 3rd favorite of the year ATM
Very good anime!
The_Lion_Guard_8815 July 2020
An accidental guilty pleasure.
dameon_green7 May 2020
Was not intending to watch an anime from the "Idol" genre but have zero regrets and would recommend it highly.
ZLS starts in a surprisingly unique way and with that twist right from the start it breaths new life into a bunch of cliche character archetypes, the whole "concept"'of the idols, and sets the stage (no pun intended) for a surprisingly good anime.
Weave in some good character development, foreshadowed/anticipated (but well done) plot "twists" and before you know it the the first seasons ends with a resolved story arc, a hook for the next season and a strong desired to see more.
Review based off the English Dub'ed version.
ZLS starts in a surprisingly unique way and with that twist right from the start it breaths new life into a bunch of cliche character archetypes, the whole "concept"'of the idols, and sets the stage (no pun intended) for a surprisingly good anime.
Weave in some good character development, foreshadowed/anticipated (but well done) plot "twists" and before you know it the the first seasons ends with a resolved story arc, a hook for the next season and a strong desired to see more.
Review based off the English Dub'ed version.
My first and probably weirdest experience with the idol anime genre ever
phanthinga28 October 2018
I don't care and don't want to get into the idol anime genre one bit but this one idol anime named "Zombieland Saga" caught my attention real fast by it wacky premise and now after episode 3 it already earn a spot on my top 10 must watch of 2018 despite being an idol anime right from the get-go.What make it truly unique and funny is the idol group dub Franchuchou (ep2) already dead for a long time and just recently brought back to life in a mysterious way under a crazy but epic Koutarou Tatsumi.Watch it and you will find out how zombie girl bonding with each other can be so flipping hilarious and also long live THE LEGENDARY YAMADA TAE
An hilarious twist to the idol genre!
Tweekums28 December 2018
Sakura Minamoto is a high school girl who dreams of becoming an idol... right up until she steps in front of a speeding truck. She wakes in a strange building and discovers that she is surrounded by zombies. She flees and asks a cop for help... he looks at her in terror; it turns out that she too is a zombie! She is then helped by Kotaro Tatsumi, a rather manic individual whose idea to save the city of Saga is to raise various girls from the dead to create an all zombie idol group! Sakura gets to know the other girls and they start to perform; all the time trying to hide the fact that they are zombies from the public... something not easy when their heads occasionally fall off.
This series is without a doubt one of the highlights of the season. The premise may be totally bonkers but it really works. Of course these aren't conventional zombies; only one of them, the hilarious Tae Yamada, doesn't regain her consciousness; and apart from Sakura they all remember their pasts. Their characters are nicely varied and the fact that they were raised from the dead means they can come from different time periods in some cases. Their designs are impressive; they only look like normal girls when made up to go out in public. The comedy elements really work with plenty of laugh out loud moments in every episode. Overall I'd definitely recommend this series even if you don't usually like idol shows or zombies.
These comments are based on watching the series in Japanese with English subtitles.
This series is without a doubt one of the highlights of the season. The premise may be totally bonkers but it really works. Of course these aren't conventional zombies; only one of them, the hilarious Tae Yamada, doesn't regain her consciousness; and apart from Sakura they all remember their pasts. Their characters are nicely varied and the fact that they were raised from the dead means they can come from different time periods in some cases. Their designs are impressive; they only look like normal girls when made up to go out in public. The comedy elements really work with plenty of laugh out loud moments in every episode. Overall I'd definitely recommend this series even if you don't usually like idol shows or zombies.
These comments are based on watching the series in Japanese with English subtitles.
I will not lie, I love this show
chappens23 June 2022
Warning: Spoilers
I accidentally ran across this title one night while randomly scrolling through things on Crunchyroll. It said "Zombie" so I said, "What the hell."
What followed was a marathon session fueled by Red Bull that saw me make my way through the first and second seasons of this wonderful little show. This was followed by regularly watching the show over, in both dub and sub.
**Minor spoilers might follow... I don't think I am giving anything away, but fair warning.**
I suffer from severe depression, and this series was one of the few things that managed to break through the funk.
I'm insanely happy with it, except for 2 episodes which I feel break the whole narrative flow too much. Episodes 8 and 9 of Zombie Land Saga Revenge, just mysteriously dives into the past. Well, for that matter, episode 10 deals with the past, too. Now, I hold no ill will towards the Yugiri-centric 8th and 9th episode, I just feel like a single episode would have managed the story well enough, and got us back to what we are all watching for... Zombie Idols singing their hearts out.
The one thing consistent between the subs and dubs is the music. They made no attempts to translate the songs into English, and it's perfect the way it is.
Well, I shouldn't say no effort. Mysteriously in Episode 11 of Zombie Land Saga Revenge, they attempt to translate parts of a song, I believe it was Mezame Returner, but I could be mistaken, I mean it has been a day since my last watch through, and it was time for the subtitles that time.
All in all, I believe that if you like J-Pop, and are aren't put off by zombies played up for laughs, this is a great series.
There are some genuine laugh out loud moments, including a callback visual gag in I believe the 11th episode. It also has some really heartfelt moments, Episode 8 of the original season comes to mind. It's Lily-centric, and it really drives home what these girls are giving up to do what they are doing.
Themes of friendship and loss permeate the entire series, making the zombie gals seem more human than the primary human character.
Give it a try, and watch at least the first three episodes. The first one episode really just introduces the idea behind the show (And gives the girls their one hard rock show). The second episode breaks randomly into a rap battle, that is sublime in its execution. It isn't until the third episode that things begin to come together, and the great idols Franchouchou are born.
What followed was a marathon session fueled by Red Bull that saw me make my way through the first and second seasons of this wonderful little show. This was followed by regularly watching the show over, in both dub and sub.
**Minor spoilers might follow... I don't think I am giving anything away, but fair warning.**
I suffer from severe depression, and this series was one of the few things that managed to break through the funk.
I'm insanely happy with it, except for 2 episodes which I feel break the whole narrative flow too much. Episodes 8 and 9 of Zombie Land Saga Revenge, just mysteriously dives into the past. Well, for that matter, episode 10 deals with the past, too. Now, I hold no ill will towards the Yugiri-centric 8th and 9th episode, I just feel like a single episode would have managed the story well enough, and got us back to what we are all watching for... Zombie Idols singing their hearts out.
The one thing consistent between the subs and dubs is the music. They made no attempts to translate the songs into English, and it's perfect the way it is.
Well, I shouldn't say no effort. Mysteriously in Episode 11 of Zombie Land Saga Revenge, they attempt to translate parts of a song, I believe it was Mezame Returner, but I could be mistaken, I mean it has been a day since my last watch through, and it was time for the subtitles that time.
All in all, I believe that if you like J-Pop, and are aren't put off by zombies played up for laughs, this is a great series.
There are some genuine laugh out loud moments, including a callback visual gag in I believe the 11th episode. It also has some really heartfelt moments, Episode 8 of the original season comes to mind. It's Lily-centric, and it really drives home what these girls are giving up to do what they are doing.
Themes of friendship and loss permeate the entire series, making the zombie gals seem more human than the primary human character.
Give it a try, and watch at least the first three episodes. The first one episode really just introduces the idea behind the show (And gives the girls their one hard rock show). The second episode breaks randomly into a rap battle, that is sublime in its execution. It isn't until the third episode that things begin to come together, and the great idols Franchouchou are born.
The Real Zombie Saga we Needed
RaymanHortse15 February 2021
This is how you play with people's mind, we thought this would be a traditional story of zombies and it that would be a saga of stories... i'm glad we were wrong about it.
Here we have an idols anime with a complete twist, we are preented to 2 different worlds: Saga and the group. The group is presented as a dark representation of who they were in life with how their death resulted in life changes for everyone around them and for them as well; this doesn't mean it cannot have a good humor when it needs too. Most of the time there are jokes about their condition of zombies and how to deal with it to not be found, giving good laughs and good horror moments that works very well and even some drama vibes. Being an idols anime also results in good music, specially in the later episodes. All of this things mixed with all characters personality is very charming and leads to an absolute delightfull show.
Remember when i said tha they have good music, they do but in the first half of the story we have the same song over and over and gets a bit repetitive. The other problem is the attitude of their "Manager" wich is a bit hiperactive and sometimes not very compasive with them.
Horror: They got it; Music: Checked; Humor: Yup. Must watch? You bet, give it a try.
Here we have an idols anime with a complete twist, we are preented to 2 different worlds: Saga and the group. The group is presented as a dark representation of who they were in life with how their death resulted in life changes for everyone around them and for them as well; this doesn't mean it cannot have a good humor when it needs too. Most of the time there are jokes about their condition of zombies and how to deal with it to not be found, giving good laughs and good horror moments that works very well and even some drama vibes. Being an idols anime also results in good music, specially in the later episodes. All of this things mixed with all characters personality is very charming and leads to an absolute delightfull show.
Remember when i said tha they have good music, they do but in the first half of the story we have the same song over and over and gets a bit repetitive. The other problem is the attitude of their "Manager" wich is a bit hiperactive and sometimes not very compasive with them.
Horror: They got it; Music: Checked; Humor: Yup. Must watch? You bet, give it a try.
It's cute, it's absurd, it's zombie idols.
jordanivyfeh26 October 2018
Written as of EP 4.
This is one of those anime you get shown by a friend or randomly find on a video site. Is it absurd, crazy and a bit WTF? Yes. Is it trying to be revolutionary, no, but it doesn't need too. This is like the FLCL of idol anime. Silly, hilarious, a riff on idol anime. What more do you want? It's Zombieland Saga for christ sake. You get what you expect and what you get is absurd gold.
This is one of those anime you get shown by a friend or randomly find on a video site. Is it absurd, crazy and a bit WTF? Yes. Is it trying to be revolutionary, no, but it doesn't need too. This is like the FLCL of idol anime. Silly, hilarious, a riff on idol anime. What more do you want? It's Zombieland Saga for christ sake. You get what you expect and what you get is absurd gold.
Had the potential to be game-changing
masonfewel1 June 2021
The first few episodes of this were phenomenal. The first minute or so of the first episode was one of the best in any anime I've ever seen, and the rap battle in the second episode (I think) was EXTREMELY COOL! It did everything right, and it was an amazing fresh take on the idol genre! I was thinking I might be able to give this a 10, but then later on in the first season it devolves into just a really good idol show, with the zombie part as more of an afterthought. Still, I love all the characters (especially tae-Chan and the manager, I know he seems kind of annoying but I love him), the music is banging, the visuals, while not the best of all time, give the show a really fun aesthetic, the drama feels real, and the interactions are great. The part of the second season I've seen so far picks up the slight bit of slack of the first, and it's really awesome too! The tae-Chan episode had me absolutely rolling around in laughter! Overall, so far this show is a fresh, unique take on the idol genre, and I cannot recommend it enough. The only other idol anime I've seen is love live and the shows connected to that, and this is definitely better than that.
Konosuba Filler Is Good
nedvicky20-155-64398925 December 2018
Warning: Spoilers
The hole in my life that is Konosuba Season 3 has been temporarily filled with an idol show... Well that was one of the many things I never thought I'd say in my entire life but here we are now.
The whole thing may just be a filler arc or a character development arc but for those who actually pays closer attention than they should like I do, you will find the main plot. There's an absurd connection between Sakura and Kotarou and it is blatant from how he first greets her and how he continues to do so.
There is entertainment value in this but there is so much more that I cannot even begin to describe.
I hate J-pop and idols, yet I loved this show
flaviusandrade21 May 2021
The idea of an idol group formed by 7 zombie girls and their crazed producer working together to save Saga Prefecture is absurd, and should not work as a cohesive story. Yet it does! The characters have personality and drama, and each have its arc, so they feel real despite the unreal circunstances. And most plot holes involving zombies are fleshed out into comedy punchlines. It is great!
Undead Idols
chloeee_mk18 January 2023
A very unique idol anime. Follows a young girl, who aspires to be an idol herself. However, before she could achieve this dream, she dies in a collision with a truck.
10 years later, she awakens as a zombie and meets several other girls, as well as her new manager I believe? Sorry, my memory is kinda fuzzy lol
These girls become an idol group made to save the dying idol industry, I believe.
Anyways, this show is definitely worth the watch. It's unique, different and interesting. Great characters, great songs, great comedy.
I love it. I would recommend it to any idol anime fans, the art style is also very pretty.
10 years later, she awakens as a zombie and meets several other girls, as well as her new manager I believe? Sorry, my memory is kinda fuzzy lol
These girls become an idol group made to save the dying idol industry, I believe.
Anyways, this show is definitely worth the watch. It's unique, different and interesting. Great characters, great songs, great comedy.
I love it. I would recommend it to any idol anime fans, the art style is also very pretty.
Zombie land saga
princessesdrich28 January 2023
Warning: Spoilers
I really love this anime specially the concept. I love it when the girls are practicing really hard for their fans, despite their status. I think season 3 will arrive sooner or later, maybe it's about aliens because in their latest episode there was an UFO which means ALIENS👽. I think some of the girls will get superpowers!
Like mind-reading, telekinesis, future prediction, and teleportation. Or maybe Kotaro-san will die and revive as a zombie. Well he was shown coughing blood in some episodes so it's possible. And I really want tae- change to regain conscious so she can have fun.
-unknown 😀
Like mind-reading, telekinesis, future prediction, and teleportation. Or maybe Kotaro-san will die and revive as a zombie. Well he was shown coughing blood in some episodes so it's possible. And I really want tae- change to regain conscious so she can have fun.
-unknown 😀
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