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A Couple of Cuckoos 2022

★ 7.2/10 · 73 votes TV-14 AnimationComedy 2 seasons · 36 eps Ended
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What is A Couple of Cuckoos?

A Couple of Cuckoos is a Japanese anime series based on the romantic comedy manga by Miki Yoshikawa. The story centers on Nagi Umino, a 16-year-old high school student known for his studious nature, and Erika Amano, a brash and outspoken girl.

Type
TV series
Year
2022
Status
Ended
Episodes
36
Runtime
23 minutes
First aired
Apr 24, 2022
Last aired
Sep 23, 2025
Original language
JA
Origin
JP
Networks
HTB, tv asahi, Nagoya TV, Tokyo MX
Genres
Animation, Comedy
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Overview

A Couple of Cuckoos is a Japanese anime series based on the romantic comedy manga by Miki Yoshikawa. The story centers on Nagi Umino, a 16-year-old high school student known for his studious nature, and Erika Amano, a brash and outspoken girl. The two discover they were accidentally switched at birth and are now, under unexpected circumstances, engaged to each other. Neither initially desires the arrangement, but their situation leads to comedic and romantic developments. The series premiered in 2022, with a second season announced for release in 2025. It features voice performances by Kaito Ishikawa, Akari Kitô, Nao Tôyama, and others. The show explores themes of identity, family, and relationships through its central premise of two individuals bound by a mix-up and societal expectations.

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Should you watch it?

“Two teens discover they were switched at birth and are now engaged.”

# romantic# comedy# awkward# heartwarming# youthful
Reasons to watch
  • Engaging romantic premise with comedic twists
  • Strong character dynamics and development
  • Fresh take on arranged relationships
Keep in mind
  • May feel predictable to genre fans
  • Some pacing issues in early episodes

You enjoy romantic comedies with unusual meet-cutes.

Suitable for teens and up; mild romantic themes.

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Cast

Kaito Ishikawa Nagi Umino (voice)
Akari Kito Erika Amano (voice)
Nao Toyama Hiro Segawa (voice)
Konomi Kohara Sachi Umino (voice)
Ryohei Kimura Youhei Umino (voice)
Yoko Hikasa Namie Umino (voice)
Toshiyuki Morikawa Souichirou Amano (voice)
Yukiko Aruga Rituko Amano (voice)
Hina Youmiya Ai Mochizuki (voice)
Yoshitsugu Matsuoka Shion Asuma (voice)
Kentaro Shimoda Playboy B (voice)
Natsuko Hara Secretary (voice)

Episode guide

Season 1 · 24 episodes Open the complete Season 1 guide →
Season 2 · 12 episodes

Frequently asked questions

Are they actually related?

No, they were switched at birth and are not biologically related.

Do they end up together?

The series explores their evolving relationship without confirming long-term outcomes.

Is it based on a manga?

Yes, it's based on a romantic comedy manga by Miki Yoshikawa.

Where can I watch it?

It streams on Crunchyroll and is available for purchase on Apple TV and Amazon.

How many seasons are there?

Season 1 aired in 2022, and a second season is planned.