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The Devil Is a Part-Timer! 2013

“Gaining power, one combo meal at a time.”

★ 7.4/10 · 295 votes TV-14 AnimationComedyAction & AdventureSci-Fi & Fantasy 2 seasons · 37 eps Ended
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What is The Devil Is a Part-Timer!?

The Devil Is a Part-Timer! is an anime television series that originally premiered in 2013.

Type
TV series
Year
2013
Status
Ended
Episodes
37
Runtime
24 minutes
First aired
Apr 4, 2013
Last aired
Sep 28, 2023
Original language
JA
Origin
JP
Networks
Tokyo MX, BS11
Genres
Animation, Comedy, Action & Adventure, Sci-Fi & Fantasy
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Overview

The Devil Is a Part-Timer! is an anime television series that originally premiered in 2013. The story follows Satan and his general, Alciel, who are thwarted in their attempt to conquer the world of Ente Isla. Following this defeat, they land in modern-day Tokyo and assume human forms. Without his magic and lacking real-world skills, Satan is forced to find employment at a fast-food restaurant to make ends meet. The situation becomes more complicated when the hero who originally foiled his plans tracks him to Japan. In an effort to monitor the devil and stall any potential future attempts at world domination, the hero takes on the role of a telemarketer. The series features voice performances from Ryôta Ôsaka, Yôko Hikasa, Nao Tôyama, and Yuki Ono. It is available for streaming on platforms such as Crunchyroll and Netflix, and the series production spanned from 2013 to 2023. The narrative focuses on the comedic adjustments the characters must make while living and working in the contemporary human world.

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Should you watch it?

“A defeated demon king must navigate life in modern Tokyo while working at a fast food restaurant.”

Reasons to watch
  • unique premise
  • humorous character dynamics
Keep in mind
  • premise relies on situational comedy

Watch it if you enjoy supernatural stories blended with mundane workplace comedy.

The series features fantasy violence and comedic situations suitable for a general audience.

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Episode guide

Season 1 · 13 episodes Open the complete Season 1 guide →
Season 2 · 24 episodes

Frequently asked questions

What is the main premise?

A devil is forced to work at a fast food restaurant after failing to conquer his world.

Where does the story take place?

The story is set in modern-day Tokyo.

Does the hero follow the devil?

Yes, the hero tracks the devil to Tokyo and takes a job as a telemarketer.

Is this a fantasy series?

Yes, it features supernatural elements alongside everyday life.

What kind of work does the devil do?

The devil works at a fast food joint to make ends meet.