Netflix's 'House of Ninjas' Blends Action, Comedy, and Shinobi Lore

The series explores the life of the Tawara family, descendants of Hattori Hanzo, as they navigate modern challenges while honoring their shinobi heritage.

• 'House of Ninjas' is a new Netflix series that reimagines the lives of shinobi families in contemporary Japan, focusing on the Tawara family's struggle to balance normal life with their ancestral ninja legacy.
• The Tawara family, direct descendants of the legendary Hattori Hanzo, are called back into action to face their age-old rivals, the Fuma clan, amidst personal and familial challenges.
• Kento Kaku, who stars as the slacker son Haru, also created the original story and serves as a co-executive producer, drawing inspiration from Japan's rich ninja history and culture.
• The series, produced at Japan's Toho Studios and directed by American filmmaker Dave Boyle, aims for authenticity in depicting ninja lore while also finding humor in the genre.
• Despite some pacing issues and CGI effects, 'House of Ninjas' is praised for its blend of action, comedy, and family drama, with strong performances from the ensemble cast.

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