‘One Punch Man’ season 1 now available on Netflix

1
Screen Shot 2017-03-22 at 3.51.38 PM

Saitama is heading to Netflix. Photo from Anime News Network

Internet streaming service Netflix has expanded its anime library, adding one of the most immensely popular series to date—One Punch Man—to its already impressive line-up.

The online streaming giant, as per Forbes, has made available the first season of the hit series. With the show’s second season set to be released later this year, Netflix is offering fans a chance to re-watch the episodes, while also introducing the show to new audiences.

“One Punch Man,” which started as a simple webcomic series, revolves around the bald-headed protagonist Saitama, who has the ability to destroy villains with a single punch.

Its anime adaptation has received positive reviews for its comical tone and epic fight scenes. The original manga even sold over 11 million copies worldwide.  Khristian Ibarrola /ra

Read more...