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SPY×FAMILY manga cover art featuring main characters and key visual elements

SPY×FAMILY

Author: Tatsuya Endo
Publisher: Shueisha
Magazine: Shōnen Jump+
Volumes: 12
Release Date: 2019-07-04
Age Rating: All Ages
Copyright: © Tatsuya Endo / Shueisha All Rights Reserved

Synopsis

Loid Forger, a master spy known by the codename Twilight, is assigned a top-secret mission to maintain peace between East and West. His task: infiltrate an elite school by creating the perfect fake family. But the “family” he hastily assembles is anything but ordinary— His wife, Yor, is a deadly assassin hiding her identity. His adopted daughter, Anya, is a telepath who can read minds. And none of them know each other's true secrets. What begins as a fabricated life for the sake of a mission soon blossoms into something real. Through awkward dinners, chaotic school interviews, and secret missions, this mismatched trio discovers the meaning of love, family, and belonging. Action-packed, heartwarming, and laugh-out-loud funny— SPY×FAMILY is a feel-good home comedy where a spy, an assassin, and a psychic come together to form the most unlikely (and lovable) family.

Rating Metrics

StoryCharactersArtworkWorld BuildingThemesPacing
Story
4.0
Characters
4.7
Artwork
3.9
World Building
4.0
Themes
3.9
Pacing
4.3

Editorial Reviews

A Heartwarming, Action-Packed Family Comedy

Today’s featured manga is SPY×FAMILY, a series that has taken the world by storm—especially thanks to the irresistible cuteness of Anya. Her wide-eyed expressions and quirky behavior have captured the hearts of fans across all ages and countries. But SPY×FAMILY offers more than just Anya’s charm. At its core, the story is about the warmth and love that slowly grows within a “fake” family setup. What starts as a mission-driven arrangement becomes a touching portrayal of what it means to care for others. Loid Forger, a top-tier spy, adopts Anya as part of his undercover mission. At first, he struggles to deal with her unpredictable, free-spirited nature, but gradually, genuine paternal affection begins to emerge. Meanwhile, Yor, a deadly assassin playing the role of mother, also finds herself deeply moved by Anya’s innocence, developing a heartfelt maternal bond. Each member of the Forger family hides a major secret: Anya is a telepath, Loid is a genius spy, Yor is an elite assassin, and their dog Bond can see the future. The contrast between their extraordinary abilities and the ordinary "family life" they try to maintain makes for an endlessly entertaining and sometimes touching story. One of the greatest strengths of SPY×FAMILY is its accessibility. Its humor, pacing, and emotional warmth make it perfect for light reading, especially when you want to relax and de-stress. If buying the manga feels like too big of a commitment, the anime is also highly recommended. You can watch it on platforms like Netflix or Crunchyroll—it's an ideal way to dive into this charming, action-packed family story.

July 24, 2025

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