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Release Year2025
Runtime1 Season
LanguageMandarin
CertificationNR
GenresAnimation, Comedy, Sci-Fi & Fantasy
Votes1
DirectorWu Ye
WritersShui Zhu Er
TypeWeb Series
Rating9.0 out of 10
Cast6 credited
Also Known AsThe Laid Off Demon
About The Laid Off Demon
Adapted from the light novel "Unemployment Demon," tells a story of a powerful demon king who, while looking for a job and trying to find a way to lift his curse in order to pay off his debts, embarks on adventures. Alongside him is a rookie hero who, similarly, is working and adventuring to pay off his debts. Together, they have a chaotic and humorous journey.
Directed by Wu Ye, The Laid Off Demon leans on a strong ensemble — Bu Yi, Fu Gui, Chang Xu — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.
The series landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about animation titles of 2025.
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