SPY×FAMILY Season 1, 2nd Cool: Its Appeal and Evaluation: New Developments in the Spy Family

The appeal and evaluation of the second season of "SPY×FAMILY"

"SPY×FAMILY" is a TV anime series based on the popular manga by Tatsuya Endo, and this time we will provide a detailed review and introduction of the second season, which aired from October 1 to December 24, 2022. The story of spy Lloyd Forger and his fake family is full of fascinating storylines and characters that draw viewers in.

Story and setting

The setting of "SPY×FAMILY" is a world where the East (Ostania) and the West (Westeris) are in a state of cold war. Lloyd Forger, a skilled spy with the code name "Twilight" belonging to the West's Intelligence Agency's Counter-East Division (WISE), is assigned a top-secret mission, "Operation Owl," to investigate the movements of Donovan Desmond, the president of the East's National Unity Party, a dangerous person who threatens East-West peace. The mission is to start a family within a week and infiltrate a social gathering at the prestigious school where Desmond's son attends. Lloyd disguises himself as psychic Lloyd Forger and sets out to start a family, but he meets a daughter, Anya, who has the psychic power to read minds, and his wife, Yor, who is an assassin. The three share a common interest and end up living together while hiding their true identities. The setting in which world peace is entrusted to this temporary family, which is full of mishaps, is a fascinating story that draws viewers in.

Characters and cast

The appeal of "SPY×FAMILY" lies above all in its unique characters. Takuya Eguchi, who plays Loyd Forger, perfectly balances his role as a calm, calculating spy with his role as a kind father who cares for his family. Atsumi Tanezaki, who plays Anya Forger, captures the hearts of viewers with her childlike innocence and cuteness, despite being a psychic who can read minds. Saori Hayami, who plays Yol Forger, realistically portrays her ruthlessness as an assassin and her struggle to be a good wife and kind mother at home. Other stars of the cast, including Kenichiro Matsuda as Bond Forger, Yuko Kaida as Sylvia Sherwood, and Kensho Ono as Yuri Briar, bring the characters to life.

Animation and Production

The animation for "SPY×FAMILY" is a collaboration between WIT STUDIO and CloverWorks, and is directed by Kazuhiro Furuhashi. The character designs are by Kazuaki Shimada, the general animation directors are Kazuaki Shimada and Kyoji Asano, the color designs are by Ken Hashimoto and Kanami Tanaka, the art settings are by Yuho Taniuchi, Tomomi Sugimoto, and Kazushige Kanehira, and the art directors are Kazuo Nagai and Hisayo Usui. The 3DCG director is Kana Imagaki, the cinematographer is Akane Fushihara, the editors are Mishima Editing Office and Akari Saito, the music producer is (K)NoW_NAME, the sound director is Shoji Hata, and the sound effects are by Noriko Izumo. The animation, created by this team of staff, brings out the charm of the original work to the fullest and is visually very beautiful.

Episodes and ratings for the second season

The following episodes were broadcast in the second season:

• MISSION:13(1) / Project〈Apple〉(2022/10/01)
• MISSION:14(2)/Deactivate the time bomb (2022/10/08)
• MISSION:15(3)/New Family (2022/10/15)
• MISSION:16(4)/Yoru's Kitchen/Information Broker's Love Strategy (2022/10/22)
• MISSION:17(5) / Carry out the Gurihon Plan / Full Metal Lady / Omelette Rice♡ (2022/10/29)
• MISSION:18(6)／Tutor's Uncle/Shinonome(2022/11/05)
• MISSION:19(7) / Revenge Plan for Desmond / Mother Becomes the Wind (2022/11/12)
• MISSION:20(8) / Investigate the General Hospital / Decipher the cryptic code (2022/11/19)
• MISSION:21(9) / Tobari / First Jealousy (2022/11/26)
• MISSION:22(10) / Underground Tennis Tournament Campbelldon (2022/12/03)
• MISSION:23(11)／Unwavering Orbit(2022/12/10)
• MISSION:24(12)／Mother and Wife/Friends and Writings(2022/12/17)
• MISSION:25(13)／First Contact(2022/12/24)

These episodes are a perfect balance of the process of deepening family ties, the tension of carrying out spy missions, and humorous scenes. In particular, MISSION:16 "Yoru's Kitchen" will have viewers laughing as Yoru's cooking skills are depicted in a comical way. In MISSION:21 "Tobari/First Jealousy", the appearance of Lloyd's co-worker Fiona Frost adds new tension to the story. Through these episodes, viewers can enjoy the growth of the characters and the changes in their relationships.

Theme songs and music

The theme songs and music of "SPY×FAMILY" are also important elements that enhance the appeal of the work. The opening theme "SOUVENIR" is performed by BUMP OF CHICKEN, and the lyrics, composition, and arrangement are also handled by the band's Motoo Fujiwara and MOR. This song resonates with the viewers' hearts with its beautiful melody and lyrics that symbolize the theme of the story, "family" and "peace." The ending theme "Shikisai" is sung by yama, and the lyrics, composition, and arrangement are handled by Kujira. This song has a gentle melody that makes you feel the bond and warmth of family, further deepening the moving story. In addition, "Breeze," "Lullaby," and "GOOD DAY" are used as insert songs, sung by (K)NoW_NAME's NIKIIE and Yoru Forger (CV: Saori Hayami), respectively. These songs effectively express the development of the story and the feelings of the characters, and enhance the emotions of the viewers.

Broadcast and distribution information

The second season of "SPY×FAMILY" was broadcast on TV Tokyo and BS TV Tokyo. The specific broadcast schedule is as follows:

• TV Tokyo (participating in production) and 6 other affiliated stations: October 1, 2022 to December 24, 2022 (episodes 1 to 13) every Saturday from 23:00 to 23:30
• BS TV Tokyo: October 3, 2022 to December 26, 2022 (episodes 1 to 13) every Monday from 0:35 to 1:05
• AT-X: October 3, 2022 to December 26, 2022 (episodes 1 to 13) every Monday from 22:00 to 22:30
• Shizuoka TV: October 4, 2022 to December 27, 2022 (episodes 1 to 13) every Tuesday from 0:25 to 0:55
• Niigata TV 21: October 4, 2022 to December 27, 2022 (episodes 1 to 13) every Tuesday from 1:45 to 2:15
• Tohoku Broadcasting: October 5, 2022 to December 28, 2022 (episodes 1 to 13) Every Wednesday 1:00 to 1:30
• Chugoku Broadcasting: October 6, 2022 to December 29, 2022 (episodes 1 to 13) every Thursday from 0:58 to 1:28
• Wakayama Television: October 14, 2022 to January 6, 2023 (episodes 1 to 13) every Friday from 0:05 to 0:35
• Ryukyu Broadcasting: October 14, 2022 to January 6, 2023 (episodes 1 to 13) every Friday from 0:59 to 1:29
• Kumamoto Prefectural Television: October 14, 2022 to January 6, 2023 (episodes 1 to 13) every Friday from 1:29 to 1:59
• Nagasaki Broadcasting: October 16, 2022 to January 8, 2023 (episodes 1 to 13) Every Sunday 13:00-13:30
• IBC Iwate Broadcasting: October 22, 2022 to January 21, 2023 (episodes 1 to 13) every Saturday from 1:55 to 2:25
• TV U Fukushima Broadcasting: October 22, 2022 to January 21, 2023 (episodes 1 to 13) every Saturday from 1:55 to 2:25
• Miyazaki Broadcasting: October 22, 2022 to January 21, 2023 (episodes 1 to 13) Every Saturday 17:00-17:30
• Sakuranbo TV: October 30, 2022 to February 5, 2023 (episodes 1 to 13) every Sunday from 1:15 to 1:45
• Gifu Broadcasting: October 30, 2022 to January 29, 2023 (episodes 1 to 13) Every Sunday from 21:30 to 22:00
• Yamanashi Television: October 31, 2022 to January 30, 2023 (episodes 1 to 13) every Monday from 0:50 to 1:20
• Animax: November 5, 2022 to February 4, 2023 (episodes 1 to 13) every Saturday from 20:30 to 21:00
• Biwako Broadcasting: November 7, 2022 to January 30, 2023 (episodes 1 to 13) Every Monday 1:30 to 2:00
• Nagano Asahi Broadcasting: November 12, 2022 to February 4, 2023 (episodes 1 to 13) Every Saturday 16:00-16:30
• Sanin Broadcasting: November 26, 2022 to February 18, 2023 (episodes 1 to 13) every Saturday from 1:55 to 2:25
• Aomori Television: December 13, 2022 to March 7, 2023 (episodes 1 to 13) every Tuesday from 1:25 to 1:55
• Mie Television: December 27, 2022 to March 21, 2023 (episodes 1 to 13) Every Tuesday 17:00-17:30
• Akita Broadcasting: January 7, 2023 to April 1, 2023 (episodes 1 to 13) every Saturday from 25:25 to 25:55
• Nara Television Broadcasting: January 9, 2023 to April 3, 2023 (episodes 1 to 13) Every Monday from 24:30 to 25:00
• Oita Asahi Broadcasting: January 9, 2023 to April 3, 2023 (episodes 1 to 13) every Monday from 24:45 to 25:15
• Nankai Broadcasting: January 10, 2023 to April 4, 2023 (episodes 1 to 13) every Tuesday from 24:59 to 25:29
• Tulip TV: January 13, 2023 to April 7, 2023 (episodes 1 to 13) Every Friday 26:25 to 26:55 (*First episode on January 13th will be 26:40 to 27:10)
• TV Kochi: January 28, 2023 to April 18, 2023 (episodes 1 to 13) every Saturday from 24:58 to 25:28

It is also available online and can be viewed on the following platforms:

• [SVOD] Unlimited streaming
  • ABEMA Premium: October 1, 2022 (Episodes 1-13) Every Saturday from 23:30
  • Amazon Prime Video: October 1, 2022 (Episodes 1-13) Every Saturday from 23:30
  • Disney+: October 1, 2022 (Episodes 1-13) Every Saturday from 23:30
  • dTV: October 1, 2022 (Episodes 1-13) Every Saturday from 23:30
  • d Anime Store: October 1, 2022 (Episodes 1-13) Every Saturday from 23:30
  • d Anime Store Niconico Branch: October 1, 2022 (1st to 13th episodes) Every Saturday from 23:30
  • d Anime Store for Prime Video: October 1, 2022 (Episodes 1-13) Every Saturday from 23:30
  • FOD: October 1, 2022 (Episodes 1-13) Every Saturday from 23:30
  • Hulu: October 1, 2022 (Episodes 1-13) Every Saturday from 23:30
  • J:COM On Demand: October 1, 2022 (Episodes 1-13) Every Saturday from 23:30
  • milplus: October 1, 2022 (1st to 13th episodes) Every Saturday from 23:30
  • Netflix: October 1, 2022 (Episodes 1-13) Every Saturday from 23:30
  • Paravi: October 1, 2022 (Episodes 1-13) Every Saturday from 23:30
  • TELASA: October 1, 2022 (1st to 13th episodes) Every Saturday from 23:30
  • TELASA (au Smart Pass Premium): October 1, 2022 (1st to 13th) Every Saturday from 23:30
  • U-NEXT: October 1, 2022 (Episodes 1-13) Every Saturday from 23:30
  • Animeka: October 1, 2022 (1st to 13th episodes) Every Saturday from 23:30
  • Anime Times: October 1, 2022 (Episodes 1-13) Every Saturday from 23:30
  • Animehodai: October 1, 2022 (1st to 13th episodes) Every Saturday from 23:30
  • Bandai Channel: October 1, 2022 (Episodes 1-13) Every Saturday from 23:30
  • Hikari TV: October 1, 2022 (Episodes 1-13) Every Saturday from 23:30
• [AVOD] Latest episodes available for free for a limited time
  • Net TV Tokyo: October 1, 2022 (Episodes 1-13) Every Saturday from 23:30
  • ABEMA: October 1, 2022 (Episodes 1-13) Every Saturday from 23:30
• [TVOD] Rental distribution
  • Amazon Prime Video: October 1, 2022 (Episodes 1-13) Every Saturday from 23:30
  • DMM.com: October 1, 2022 (1st to 13th) Every Saturday from 23:30
  • Google Play: October 1, 2022 (1st to 13th) Every Saturday from 23:30
  • GYAO! Store: October 1, 2022 (Episodes 1-13) Every Saturday from 23:30
  • HAPPY! Video: October 1, 2022 (Episodes 1-13) Every Saturday from 23:30
  • J:COM On Demand: October 1, 2022 (Episodes 1-13) Every Saturday from 23:30
  • milplus: October 1, 2022 (1st to 13th episodes) Every Saturday from 23:30
  • music.jp: October 1, 2022 (1st to 13th episodes) Every Saturday from 23:30
  • Rakuten TV: October 1, 2022 (Episodes 1-13) Every Saturday from 23:30
  • TELASA: October 1, 2022 (1st to 13th episodes) Every Saturday from 23:30
  • VIDEX: October 1, 2022 (Episodes 1-13) Every Saturday from 23:30
  • Niconico Channel: October 1, 2022 (Episodes 1-13) Every Saturday from 23:30
  • Bandai Channel: October 1, 2022 (Episodes 1-13) Every Saturday from 23:30
  • Hikari TV: October 1, 2022 (Episodes 1-13) Every Saturday from 23:30
  • Video Market: October 1, 2022 (Episodes 1-13) Every Saturday from 23:30
  • Movie Full Plus: October 1, 2022 (Episodes 1-13) Every Saturday from 23:30

Related works and future developments

In addition to the first and second seasons, "SPY×FAMILY" is also scheduled to have a movie version and a second season. Through these related works, you can enjoy a deeper story and character growth. In particular, the movie version will depict new episodes, and further developments are expected in the second season. There will be many fans looking forward to these works.

Review and recommendation

The second season of "SPY×FAMILY" is a wonderful work that brings out the charm of the original work to the fullest, with animation that brings out the charm of the original work, unique characters, a tense story, and a beautiful theme song and music. The process of deepening the bonds as a family, the tension of carrying out the missions as a spy, and the humorous scenes are depicted in an exquisite balance, and it has the charm to draw viewers in. In particular, the multifaceted nature of the characters is beautifully depicted, such as Anya's psychic ability to read minds, Yoru's ruthlessness as an assassin and his struggle at home, and Lloyd's calmness as a spy and his kindness towards his family. In addition, the technical skills of the luxurious cast and staff also enhance the charm of the work. If you haven't seen "SPY×FAMILY" yet, please watch all episodes including the second season and enjoy its charm. And let's look forward to the movie version and the second season.