English Dub Review: Welcome to Demon School! Iruma-kun “The Other Demon in the Misfit Class”

Overview

The Misfit Class finds out they need to compete in the Music Festival, and finds out they have another student.

Our Take

Picking up long after the events of Season 3, Welcome to Demon School! Iruma-kun returns with a much stronger and more confident start, shifting into the Music Festival arc, which feels far better suited to the anime’s pacing and tone compared to the previous season. The premiere reintroduces the lively charm of the Misfit Class while placing a welcome spotlight on Soi Purson, a previously overlooked classmate whose ability to blend into the background is cleverly explained through his family lineage and personal struggles with standing out. Despite his reserved nature, Purson proves to be surprisingly expressive when given the chance, revealing both a relatable personality and a hidden music talent that naturally ties into the upcoming challenge, while Iruma’s encouragement, equal parts genuine kindness and determined ambition, pushes him to step forward in a way that feels true to the series’ themes.

At the same time, the rest of the proceedings maintains everything that makes the series enjoyable, from its energetic humor and colorful cast to its underlying focus on growth, self-expression, and embracing one’s desires without malice. Iruma continues to evolve as a protagonist, showing more confidence and assertiveness while still maintaining his signature warmth, though his tendency to push others forward while well-intentioned adds an interesting layer to his character. The production also feels noticeably improved, with better pacing, cleaner animation, and a renewed sense of momentum that helps the story flow more naturally, complemented by a stylish opening and a memorable ending that reinforce the show’s upbeat and theatrical vibe.

Overall, this season starts as a clear rebound, delivering a fun, engaging, and character-driven premiere that recaptures the heart of the series while setting up a promising direction with the Music Festival and the class’s ongoing goal to maintain their status. By blending humor, relatability, and stronger execution, it reestablishes why the series remains so enjoyable, leaving plenty of excitement for how the season will continue to develop.