Gintama Season 1 Link ((top)) -

is the first truly serious arc. But it hits like a truck only because you spent 55 episodes watching Gintoki eat parfaits, Kagura vomit into a pickled radish barrel, and Hijikata fight an alien over mayonnaise.

Searching for that perfect link is worth the effort. Season 1 introduces us to , a lazy samurai in an era where aliens (Amanto) have banned swords and taken over Edo. gintama season 1 link

Also, check for any recent changes in streaming availability. If Crunchyroll still hosts Season 1, that's the primary link. Maybe add that. Also, note that the series is very long, so Season 1 is just the beginning. Mention that it's good for new viewers to start with this season. is the first truly serious arc