Samurai Jack

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Season 5
Season #: 5, 4, 3, 2, 1
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8.9

Universal acclaim- based on 240 Ratings

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  2. Mixed: 5 out of 240
  3. Negative: 17 out of 240
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  1. JTJSGamer
    Mar 11, 2017
    10
    JACK IS BACK, and he is more amazing then ever. It was worth waiting over a decade to see this, that is how amazing it is. The more violent and mature theme of this show, just works well.
  2. FromKanga
    Jun 11, 2017
    7
    Samurai Jack is a cartoon published by adult swim.
    I never grew up with samurai Jack but I kept hearing people saying how good it was, so I watched the first four episodes of the first season (which I really enjoyed) and I finally decided to watch this season and it was good.
    The story was good, it showed a more vulnerable and desperate Jack just trying to survive, you really feel sorry    Samurai Jack is a cartoon published by adult swim.
    I never grew up with samurai Jack but I kept hearing people saying how good it was, so I watched the first four episodes of the first season (which I really enjoyed) and I finally decided to watch this season and it was good.
    The story was good, it showed a more vulnerable and desperate Jack just trying to survive, you really feel sorry for him. The first 5 episodes were amazing, I got so invested in the story and the characters and I was impatient to watch a new episode once a week...

    But after these 5 episodes the show goes downhill and I was becoming more and more disappointed and it had a REALLY rushed finale.
    I mean there is some good things in the last 5 episodes, Jack and Ashi were really likable, the animation was still good and it has great fight scenes but the second half of the show was really rushed, it felt like a budget problem or adult swim didn't want them to give them more than 10 episodes so they just rushed everything and that last episode wasn't good at all, it was really underwhelming...

    It's sad because these first 5 episodes were so amazing, I want to give this show a higher score but I can't, it gives you a really bad last impression, I still recommend it especially if you are a samurai Jack fan, I just wish they had more time to flesh out the story and not rush it.    … Expand
  3. shepard86
    Jun 19, 2017
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Heartbreaking ending. Tara Strong as Ashi does stellar voice acting. I could not hold back my tears in the end. Thus samurai Jacks adventure was concluded and they've done justice to the series at long last.… Expand
  4. revillo
    Mar 26, 2017
    10
    I was always a fan of the original series, but this continuation of the story surely achieves masterpiece status. It's better than planet earth and game of thrones combined.
  5. thedaywalker
    Mar 14, 2017
    10
    This great visuals, the amazing sequences, the storyline and the promise of an awesome season, couldn't see a better return for Samurai Jack even in my wildest dramas
  6. nonsensu
    Mar 11, 2017
    9
    After a short 13 year break, Jack returns better than ever. The show clearly seeks a more mature audience than its original run, and the art and animation continues to be stellar. I'm more than excited to finally see how the story of Samurai Jack concludes.
  7. Hoxton
    Mar 11, 2017
    10
    The show is back in all it's glory, same amazing art style and action sequences, just with a more mature (original viewers) audience in mind. Genndy Tartakovsky proves once again why he is the best.
  8. montrealmri
    Mar 16, 2017
    10
    Watched every episode, if you want to teach your child morality, honor, integrity. Let them watch this! Strange plots but very educative. Definitely recommend
  9. Vital51o
    Mar 19, 2017
    10
    13 years of waiting ... did not pass in vain. Fully charged with intrigue, drive and emotion, this cartoon could exceed all the expectations required for this time. Perhaps, the fifth season has absorbed all the best from the main idea of the cartoon and multiplied it at times. Last and wonderful, thank you, Mr. Tartakovsky.
  10. ReubenIsAGod
    Mar 15, 2017
    8
    After admittedly writing a godawful review for this beautiful continuation of a cult classic animation, I decided to give it another shot and really try and capture my feelings about the show.

    Jack is BACK!!!, after 13 years, he's finally back. Back from the past. Samurai Jack!!!! Yet, this is a different Jack, time has slowly warped him, changed him, much like us, the audience. He is    After admittedly writing a godawful review for this beautiful continuation of a cult classic animation, I decided to give it another shot and really try and capture my feelings about the show.

    Jack is BACK!!!, after 13 years, he's finally back. Back from the past. Samurai Jack!!!!
    Yet, this is a different Jack, time has slowly warped him, changed him, much like us, the audience.
    He is tried, beaten and confused. Lost in a world of utter chaos and terror. *funnily enough so are we, a world a of absolute terrine and oppression through the evil powers that rule us *cough* Trump *Cough*

    a Grueling 50 years have passed since we last left Jack and time has not being so humbling to our modest Samurai. He is completely and utterly broken, mentally and physically, as we see him struggle to cope and find his way, loosing sight of hope. Jack, is on his last set of legs, mentally crippled, this could be his last chance to truly conquer and defeat the evil Aku.

    I Absolutely adored this first episode of Samurai jack. The art style is absolutely stunning. The creators have managed to keep what was absolutely breathtaking and visually mesmerizing from the old and built upon it to create an enriching visual experience. And the change from Cartoon Network to Adult swim is a welcoming addition adding much Maturity, whilst still keeping the natural flow and progression and central core of the show. The shift in tone feels natural and welcoming, as the audience has grown so has Jack.

    I cannot wait to see where the show progresses in terms of plot and theme's. Everything was visually stunning and from a narrative point-of-view flawless.

    My only real gripes with this introductory episode was really a certain character being introduced as a, sort of, comic relef for the darker elements of the plot. Also the short run time was awfully underwhelm. I would have loved to have seen at least 1 hours worth of content released instead of 30minutes. I felt as if it would have kept with the way in which the show originally aired as a 2 -3 hour movie.

    Regardless Samurai Jack is Back, and I can't wait to see what direction the crew take this truly humbling Character.    … Expand
  11. Vasault
    May 21, 2017
    10
    what can i say i wait several years for this, i wasn't even expecting this series to come back, since cartoon network don't give a damn anymore for memorable series, this is a great comeback, jack is back !!

    edit: such a sad ending, i couldn't believe it, is hard but it had to be this way :'( 10/10 one of the greatest series of all times
  12. Retrodox
    Mar 28, 2017
    10
    Genndy Tartakovsky is the one who is back and this show is amazing three episodes in and this show is already one of my favorites and I think it will be in the top ten [AS] originals.
  13. suthnara
    Apr 9, 2017
    10
    Dark, violent and as far from from the original as can be. Still has the same pacing and similar art style. I for one wish Samurai Jack was like this from the start. An absolutely perfect way to end the story of Samurai Jack.
  14. LatinCritic13
    May 30, 2017
    9
    Samurai Jack has been in hiatus for thirteen years and now, it came back with a vengeance. Since the show first aired on Cartoon Network, I used to remembered how awesome that show was when I was a kid, but now that I'm an adult, the show's tone became more dark and serious compared to other seasons from the last decade. Thanks to [adult swim], I can now finally see what was Jack up toSamurai Jack has been in hiatus for thirteen years and now, it came back with a vengeance. Since the show first aired on Cartoon Network, I used to remembered how awesome that show was when I was a kid, but now that I'm an adult, the show's tone became more dark and serious compared to other seasons from the last decade. Thanks to [adult swim], I can now finally see what was Jack up to after thirteen years. In this final installment of this beautiful show, we're introduced to a brand new Samurai Jack. This Jack is damaged, hopeless, and imprisoned for fifty years looking for ways to bring his old life back on track, but in the process, he still got it. The revival of this show became more dark and mature than I expected after watching this season. Speaking of more mature, it still recaptures the optimism that the show had when it first aired on Cartoon Network. The humor is still active for this final season. Since the show's on [adult swim], there are moments that made me laugh off-guard when it comes to innuendos and dark humor applied in this season. Also, the show introduced a wide range of brand new characters in the mix after waiting for thirteen years. These new characters for this season were the most interesting aspects that made this season more memorable and enjoyable to watch compared to previous seasons. And last but not least, the presentation of this show is still mesmerizing than I imagined. The art style is beautiful, the direction by Genndy Tartakovsky is still well artificially directed, the music is still orgasmic, the voice acting by the main cast is still outstanding, and the atmosphere of this show is refreshing that I remembered. Everything about this final season was perfect but not as perfect I can imagined when it is missing two important things after bingewatching this final season, but it doesn't affect the show's reputation. Overall, despite of the two small hiccups that this final season had, it still recaptures the harmony that this show had by paying tribute to these familiar characters that I loved or hate. And it ended with a very satisfying conclusion. Thank you Genndy Tartakovksy for reviving this show.… Expand
  15. brockcheese
    Jan 8, 2018
    9
    An incredible end to an amazing show. It's crazy how they were able to combine both the kid friendly tone of the old show while obviously making it much darker.
  16. rizzyD10
    Jul 13, 2017
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Loved the darker tone of season 5. The visuals and the music was excellent. Given the 10 episode and 21 minute format I think the writers did an excellent job. So not sure why some reviewers complained that it was rushed.
    Spoilers ahead: some reviewers felt that episode 8 was bad. In this episode Ashi and Jack falls in love, which is the main reason Jack was able to defeat Aku. Episode 10 was fantastic. Ghost Scotsman and other allies working together should excite any Samurai Jack fans. Some complained about the fight. Aku was already defeated in the past. All Jack had to do was go back and strike the final blow. SMH at the people expecting a long fight. On of the reviews stated that Ashi should have disappeared immediately. Not necessarily. Aku's death created a time paradox, however, time travel is fictional at this point. There are no fictional guidelines for when Ashi should've died.    … Expand
  17. MAGA_Man
    Apr 10, 2018
    10
    Superb, action-packed, emotional ending to one of the best animated series of all time. Genndy Tartakovsky is a genius, his work here strikes an amazing balance between timelessness and propulsive fun (and tbh some fairly dark moments too). Well worth the wait, and heartwarming to see this fantastic series get such a well-deserved send-off.
  18. RobertTheGreat
    Jun 23, 2017
    9
    This Season Of This Show, Truly Is One Of The Best Seasons Of All, It Has Updated Graphs, A Highly Intense And Mature Tone,I Give It A 9 Because Of The Long Awaited Return Of Jack
  19. ahand
    Aug 24, 2017
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The first half of Samurai Jack's belated final season was simply brilliant. Having it on Adult Swim allowed the show to take a darker and bleaker approach to its story and titular character. After fifty years, Jack is a more cynical, damaged and troubled man. That's great development, and we see Jack struggling to adapt a more positive attitude when he tries to make Ashi understand the discrepancies between her worldview and the reality.

    In its second half, however, we lose all of this development and changes. The complexity of Jack and Ashi's relationship was reduced to a typical romantic relationship. Jack simply reverts back to the same person that he was before this season started. Its nuanced themes are similarly reduced to a black-and-white linear tale of a righteous man trying to take down a great evil.

    Finally, the finale. The resolution of the story had Jack return to his own time after he vanquished Aku and prevented the future. Again, very disappointingly vanilla. Instead of having a story and character who move on, the series decided to revert everything back to what it used to be.

    Despite its disappointing story, Samurai Jack boasts strong animation throughout. I wish we had gotten a more complicated story.    … Expand
  20. BlakDak666
    May 18, 2017
    9
    Samurai Jack was one of the best cartoons of the 2000s for good reason: quality over quantity. The artwork, the fight scenes and Jack himself are all testaments to how a show should be made for children. Through the first four seasons, there have been very amazing episodes made that have still stood the test of time in the modern age of cartoons. The issue was ending the series on a goodSamurai Jack was one of the best cartoons of the 2000s for good reason: quality over quantity. The artwork, the fight scenes and Jack himself are all testaments to how a show should be made for children. Through the first four seasons, there have been very amazing episodes made that have still stood the test of time in the modern age of cartoons. The issue was ending the series on a good note or just ending at all. With the final season four episode airing in 2004, the over a decade wait has been lifted, and Jack IS BACK.

    Season 5 (as of episode 9 of the 10 episode season) is the best season by far of the five. The artwork fully shines in HD formatting that shows Genndy Tartakovsky is a genius with his composition and style. Not one episode is weak, or even just "good"; they all have a flow and brilliance to them that makes them great in their own right. We have come to learn Jack as a man who has went on a 50 year journey, saving countless lives under Aku's rule and surviving in the future that he has longed to leave since we had watched him in 2001. The framework of the season is one story told in chapters, but in a lightening pace.

    Some might call Samurai Jack "too fast" to watch, but the reasoning behind this is really Genndy wanting the show to be action first and step away from the crutch of filler, exposition dumps and overload of dialogue that so many shows nowadays use to keep people engrossed. For Season 5, the upgrade to a more mature and darker side of the humble samurai is welcoming if not completely perfect for those who watched SJ as kids now grown up and matured as well. You rarely see a show get a re-air, let alone a show that is over a decade old, but Season 5 of Samurai Jack is a testament to fans and love of the creator that want closure for such a well-crafted hero.

    The final episode now awaits. The end of the series and the end of everything fans have been waiting for over 15 years has come. Once watched, a new review will be uploaded. Currently however, Season 5 of Samurai Jack deserves critical acclaim for its art style, pacing, action and Jack and Ashi's characters. A wonderful return that will continue to be one of my favorite cartoons of all time.    … Expand
  21. naivedom1
    Apr 18, 2017
    10
    The samurai we all know and love has returned and is a lot better than it use to be! The soundtrack, animation, and action has been kicked up to max and this show is just fantastic! The art style is thankfully the same and the story is a lot deeper than it used to be! This is a season to remember! Lets hope jack gets a good ending!
  22. Multrnan
    Apr 20, 2017
    10
    Gennedy has managed to the one thing that I have seen only once before, Create a new series that exceeded and realised everyones wishes and hopes in Samurai Jack Season 5. Only the Avatar Ang/korra series has achieved this to such good effect and I dare say this Season of Samurai betters that. The story telling is incredible. Episode 2 alone needs to win every award going for reach theGennedy has managed to the one thing that I have seen only once before, Create a new series that exceeded and realised everyones wishes and hopes in Samurai Jack Season 5. Only the Avatar Ang/korra series has achieved this to such good effect and I dare say this Season of Samurai betters that. The story telling is incredible. Episode 2 alone needs to win every award going for reach the pinnacle of animation , sound, visual and atmosphere cranked to 11. This is without doubt a landmark series and it hurts already knowing that it has to end. Every reviewer below who gave it full marks is spot on.
    The use of modern tech but yet somehow melding it with the original style is flawless. Its the mature and excellent story telling which takes above and beyond other animations. I have to re-iterate and I really hope I can say it for others too that the show has delivered on everything fans wanted. The fact that the original series did not even have a story arc and yet still feels completely and fully integral to the new series is genius.
    Watch it all. Gennedy is a gifted man.    … Expand
  23. ForReals13
    Aug 25, 2021
    10
    Episode XCII A. Episode XCIII A. Episode XCIV A.
    Episode XCV A. Episode XCVI A. Episode XCVII A.
    Episode XCVIII A. Episode XCIX B+. Episode C A.
    Episode CI A.
  24. JPK
    Jul 9, 2019
    10
    Absolutely Perfect Ending
    Samurai Jack Season 5 is violent, beautiful, emotional, and an all out masterpiece.
  25. BussFame
    Jan 3, 2019
    10
    This show has a unique type of art and animation like I'v never seen before. It has a lovable story with deeper meanings everywhere. It has to most creative characters I'v seen in a show. And as a student whose very interested in psychology, meditation, history, and so forth. I am putting this show as my number one. Not to mention the fantastic music it has had in each and every episode.This show has a unique type of art and animation like I'v never seen before. It has a lovable story with deeper meanings everywhere. It has to most creative characters I'v seen in a show. And as a student whose very interested in psychology, meditation, history, and so forth. I am putting this show as my number one. Not to mention the fantastic music it has had in each and every episode. Along with badass scenes everywhere. The show has kept me on the edge of my seat multiple times making me my blood pumping and heart race. Samurai Jack is perfectly balanced with calmness, poetry, joy...and with despair, suffering, losing oneself, blood. Just a all round great show that I will remember forever.… Expand

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94

Universal acclaim - based on 6 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 6
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 6
  3. Negative: 0 out of 6
  1. Los Angeles Times
    Reviewed by: Robert Lloyd
    Mar 10, 2017
    100
    Everything glows. One hopes for a happy ending, of course, but what matters most is shape and color, the abstraction of rain on stone, the sun through the trees. It makes Samurai Jack endlessly rewatchable: Every picture tells a story.
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  2. New York Magazine (Vulture)
    Reviewed by: Matt Zoller Seitz
    Mar 9, 2017
    100
    Genndy Tartakovsky is the world’s greatest living action filmmaker, and Samurai Jack, which starts its fifth and final season on Cartoon Network’s Adult Swim March 11, is the most aesthetically daring series on TV. Amazingly, both statements were true back in 2004, the last time Samurai Jack aired new episodes.
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  3. UPROXX
    Reviewed by: Alan Sepinwall
    Mar 9, 2017
    80
    Samurai Jack wasn’t a property I’d been dreaming of ever seeing again, but it’s emerged from its trip through time and space far better than most of the recent TV revivals.
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