
Scum's Wish
クズの本懐
High school student Hanabi navigates a complicated love triangle with her teacher Narumi and music teacher Akane, leading to a twisted exploration of desire and identity.
Hanabi has loved her older friend Narumi for years, but she’s still in high school and not only is Narumi now her new homeroom teacher, he’s also clearly in love with the music teacher, Akane. And as awkward as being the unwanted third in a romantic triangle can be, things become even more twisted for Hanabi when she learns that another student, Mugi, is in love with Akane. That leads to a strange idea: since the ones that Mugi and Hanabi are in love with aren’t available, the two unrequited thirds start to explore the idea of becoming each other’s substitute surrogate relationship. It’s not about romance, of course. Just sex and convenience. (Source: Sentai Filmworks)
Editorial mood guide by WatchMoodly Editorial Team · Base catalog metadata via AniList.
6.8/10 avg
Studio: Lerche
Mood Rationale & Viewing Guide: Should You Watch Scum's Wish?
Within our mood classification system, Scum's Wish aligns strongest with a romantic / sad / nostalgic viewing mood (love stories that will make your heart flutter). Key tonal signals include dark romance, revenge thriller, underrated gem, slow burn, strong female lead, unconventional love triangle, making it a strong pick when you want a story driven by those themes without spoilers.
Watch If…
- •You want a drama, ecchi, psychological anime series released in 2017 from Lerche.
- •You enjoy themes centered on dark romance, revenge thriller, underrated gem, slow burn.
- •You want a compact 12-episode run you can finish in a weekend (~23 min per episode).
Skip If…
- •You are looking for a purely lighthearted, zero-stress comfort watch without dark or tense themes.
- •You are looking for an ongoing, multi-season franchise rather than a completed release.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Scum's Wish
Where can I watch Scum's Wish (2017) legally online?
Scum's Wish is available through official platforms including Hulu, U-NEXT, FOD, Prime Video. Use the streaming links on this page to open the licensed release directly.
What mood and genres does Scum's Wish fit best?
Scum's Wish is classified under Drama, Ecchi, Psychological, Romance and best matches a romantic or sad or nostalgic mood, featuring elements of dark romance, revenge thriller, underrated gem, slow burn, strong female lead.
How many episodes does Scum's Wish have?
Scum's Wish (2017) is currently marked as completed with 12 episodes, averaging 23 minutes per episode.
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