“Exploding Kittens” is a bonkers over the top romp through irreverent humor and childish wit, held together by fun voice acting and outlandish comedy. Created by Matthew Inman, of the hit card game of the same name, it revels in its unserious nature while delivering lots of laughs. It’s an adult comedy, catering to silly fun, but it’s not for everyone. While the show focuses primarily on its comedy, not all the jokes land.
One of the standout features of “Exploding Kittens” is its out of the world premise and comedic timing and voice work from the cast. Every episode is packed with some fun one-liners, absurd situations, and satire that skewers everything from pop culture to societal norms, given it’s main protagonists are God and the Devil. The humor is not just surface-level; it often dives into meta-commentary, appealing to just about anyone who’s looking to watch something light with some laughs. Unfortunately, the witting lacks consistency, especially with the jokes that sometimes just doesn’t land. The voice actors Tom Ellis (Godcat) and Sasheer Zamara (Devil Cat) do their very best when the script is lacking by going all out on their animated performances which brings the overall quality up a notch.
The voice acting in the series is fun. The cast brings their characters to life with gusto, delivering lines with impeccable timing and nuance. Each voice actor seems perfectly suited to their respective roles, adding an extra layer of charm to the dialogue which can be dodgy at times, and too silly even for it’s target audience. Perhaps this is it’s main strength.
Where “Exploding Kittens” truly shines is in its unabashed unserious content. Unlike many animated series that strive for emotional depth or complex narratives, this show embraces its identity as pure crazy chaotic comedy. It doesn’t take itself seriously, allowing viewers to simply enjoy the absurdity without the pressure of deep emotional investment or moral lessons. You get exactly what you sign up for. A rowdy and rambunctious cast of colorful characters, wild animation, and unhinged plot. This approach is refreshing in a landscape where many adult animated series attempt to balance humor with drama or social commentary. By focusing solely on the comedy, “Exploding Kittens” delivers a straight forward experience that’s perfect for unwinding after a long day, or a “turn off your brain” moment.
Visually, “Exploding Kittens” adopts it’s style straight from the card game, that complements its comedic tone. The character designs are exaggerated and expressive, and serviceable. While the animation may not rival big-budget animated films, it effectively serves its purpose by keeping the pace lively and the visual gags punchy. It definitely suits the tone the show is going for and I believe it compliments the tone and aesthetic the show is going for quite well. At times, it can be a bit jarring, but if you’ve seen other similar adult shows with animation like this, it should be no problem.
In conclusion, “Exploding Kittens” an easy going, over the top adult animated series with excellent voice acting and fun animation. While it doesn’t aspire to be deep or meaningful, its commitment to delivering laughs pays off . Viewers looking for a light-hearted escape into absurdity will find plenty to enjoy here, making it a worthy addition to any comedy enthusiast’s watchlist.
Exploding Kittens is now streaming on Netflix
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