The WORST episodes of Uncle from Another World

Every episode of Uncle from Another World ever, ranked from worst to best by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The worst episodes of Uncle from Another World!

Seventeen years ago, Takafumi's uncle fell into a coma, but now he's back like a man risen from his grave. Soon, Takafumi discovers two bizarre things: His uncle treasures video games above all else, and, while comatose, he was actually transported to another world as some heroic guardian! Now, not only does Takafumi have to room with an uncle who is literally magical, he also has to catch the guy up on two decades of history—smartphones, high-speed internet, modern anime tropes…and the traumatic outcome of the '90s console war!

Last Updated: 11/30/2024Network: AT-XStatus: Ended
I'm Finally Back From the Fantasy World of Granbahamal After 17 Long Years!
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7.47
124 votes

#1 - I'm Finally Back From the Fantasy World of Granbahamal After 17 Long Years!

Season 1 - Episode 1 - Aired 7/6/2022

Takafumi’s uncle wakes up from a 17-year coma, claiming he was in another dimension, and he tries to prove it by showing off his magical powers.

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As You Can See, SEGA Games Are Very Helpful in Life!
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7.51
83 votes

#2 - As You Can See, SEGA Games Are Very Helpful in Life!

Season 1 - Episode 7 - Aired 8/31/2022

Takafumi’s uncle recalls the time he almost made friends in the other dimension. Meanwhile, Fujimiya heads to her college campus to meet someone.

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"Guardian Heroes" Shoulda Been Number One!
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7.54
106 votes

#3 - "Guardian Heroes" Shoulda Been Number One!

Season 1 - Episode 2 - Aired 7/13/2022

Takafumi surprises his uncle with an early birthday present. As the new year begins, Takafumi bumps into a childhood friend.

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So They Threw Me Into the Basement of a Freak Show...
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7.55
88 votes

#4 - So They Threw Me Into the Basement of a Freak Show...

Season 1 - Episode 6 - Aired 8/24/2022

Even Takafumi’s uncle has memories he’d rather forget. But he also remembers a rare heroic moment he experienced in the other dimension.

That Reminds Me, I Almost Got Assassinated Once
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7.55
84 votes

#5 - That Reminds Me, I Almost Got Assassinated Once

Season 1 - Episode 5 - Aired 8/17/2022

Takafumi’s uncle has a flashback to the time he narrowly escaped an assassination attempt — and his story keeps getting grimmer.

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You Helped Me Through Tough Times
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7.73
90 votes

#6 - You Helped Me Through Tough Times

Season 1 - Episode 4 - Aired 7/27/2022

Fujimiya tries to catch Takafumi’s attention. Takafumi’s uncle shares a seemingly romantic memory he experienced during his time in the other dimension.

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Civility Only Comes After You're Seen as a Person
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7.75
61 votes

#7 - Civility Only Comes After You're Seen as a Person

Season 1 - Episode 10 - Aired 12/8/2022

Worried that Fujimiya is hanging out with the wrong crowd, her friend from college comes to visit her at Takafumi’s apartment.

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The Ice Spirit Demands a Price for Its Cooler Magic
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7.81
69 votes

#8 - The Ice Spirit Demands a Price for Its Cooler Magic

Season 1 - Episode 9 - Aired 12/1/2022

Stuck in an apartment without air conditioning in record breaking heat, Takafumi’s uncle negotiates with the Ice Spirits for help.

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I'm Your Un—...Aunt, Dear
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7.87
101 votes

#9 - I'm Your Un—...Aunt, Dear

Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 7/20/2022

While Takafumi and his uncle strategize on how to increase their YouTube subscriber count, Fujimiya is worried about the well-being of her crush.

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N-no, I Wasn't Looking at Anything Dirty...
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7.96
69 votes

#10 - N-no, I Wasn't Looking at Anything Dirty...

Season 1 - Episode 11 - Aired 12/15/2022

Unable to wield his powers, Takafumi’s uncle finds himself helpless against magic-sealing birds. Later, he has a heart to heart with Alicia.

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I Got Through It by Transforming Into the Most Powerful Being I Know
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8.00
75 votes

#11 - I Got Through It by Transforming Into the Most Powerful Being I Know

Season 1 - Episode 8 - Aired 11/24/2022

Takafumi’s uncle continues his story about his search to find the Shining Crusader, revealing a thoughtful side to him — almost like a real hero.

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Names Are Important, That's What (He/She) Said
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8.05
66 votes

#12 - Names Are Important, That's What (He/She) Said

Season 1 - Episode 12 - Aired 12/22/2022

Takafumi’s uncle reminisces about the time he was tasked with hunting down a mysterious singing demon. Meanwhile, he longs to find his way home.

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It's Thanks to All of You
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8.14
70 votes

#13 - It's Thanks to All of You

Season 1 - Episode 13 - Aired 3/8/2023

Up against the legendary venom dragon, Takafumi’s uncle and his cohorts feel hopeless — until Elf comes up with an ingenious plan. Let the battle begin!

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