Miss Kobayashi Dragon Maid Episode 1 English Dub

Okay, Confession Time: I Actually Liked the Miss Kobayashi's Dragon Maid English Dub (Episode 1!)

I know, I know! This is anime blasphemy. Subtitles are sacred, right? But hear me out!

I'm ready for the angry comments. I can feel them brewing already. "Dubbed anime is an abomination!"

First Impressions Are Everything (Especially with Dragons)

We all remember our first time meeting Tohru. That awkward, naked dragon-girl scene. And Kobayashi's hilariously deadpan reaction.

The English dub nailed it! Seriously. It perfectly captured the sheer absurdity of the situation.

Maybe it's because I was tired. Maybe my brain was fried. Whatever the reason, the dub made me laugh out loud. And isn’t that the point?

The Voices Just...Worked

Some dubs feel forced. The acting is wooden. But not this one!

Leah Clark as Kobayashi? Genius! She perfectly embodies that tired, overworked programmer vibe. I can practically feel my own exhaustion radiating from her voice.

And Jad Saxton as Tohru? Adorable chaos incarnate! That little bit of a dragon-y growl she adds? Chef's kiss!

Unpopular Opinion Alert!

Okay, full disclosure. I sometimes struggle to keep up with subtitles. Especially during fast-paced action scenes. My eyes are getting old, okay?

The dub allowed me to actually watch the animation. And it’s gorgeous. Did you see Tohru's dragon form? Amazing!

Plus, I wasn't constantly pausing to rewind because I missed a crucial plot point. Victory!

The Humor Lands (For Me, Anyway)

A lot of anime humor is very specific. It doesn’t always translate well across cultures.

But the English dub of Miss Kobayashi's Dragon Maid? It gets it. The jokes land. The comedic timing is perfect.

Maybe they tweaked some of the lines for a Western audience. So what? It worked! I laughed. And isn't that what matters?

Okay, Okay, I'm Not Saying It's Better Than the Sub

Look, I get it. The original Japanese voice acting is phenomenal. I’m not denying that.

And purists will always prefer the original. I respect that. I really do.

But sometimes, a well-done dub can add something special. A different flavor. A new way to appreciate a beloved series.

So, Give It a Chance (Maybe?)

If you’re a die-hard sub fan, I understand your hesitation. Trust me. I used to be one of you.

But if you're open to it, give the English dub of Miss Kobayashi's Dragon Maid a try. Especially episode 1.

You might be surprised. You might even…enjoy it. And hey, if you don't? No harm, no foul. Just go back to your subtitles. I won't judge (too much).

The Verdict?

The Miss Kobayashi's Dragon Maid English dub? It's not a crime against anime. It's a fun, well-acted, and genuinely funny alternative.

Don’t @ me (too harshly).

Now, if you’ll excuse me, I'm going to go rewatch the first episode… in English. ducks for cover