Listeners 2020
What is Listeners?
Listeners is an original Japanese anime television series produced by MAPPA. The series was created by Jin and directed by Hiroaki Ando.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 2020
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 12
- Runtime
- 24 minutes
- First aired
- Apr 4, 2020
- Last aired
- Jun 20, 2020
- Original language
- JA
- Origin
- JP
- Networks
- MBS, TBS
- Genres
- Animation, Action & Adventure, Sci-Fi & Fantasy
- Updated
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Estimate the schedule using 12 episodes and an average 24-minute runtime.
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Overview
Listeners is an original Japanese anime television series produced by MAPPA. The series was created by Jin and directed by Hiroaki Ando. It aired on the Animeism programming block from April 3 to June 19, 2020. The story is set in a world where the concept of music ceases to exist and begins when a boy encounters a mysterious girl who possesses an audio input jack in her body. The series follows their journey as they intermingle with the history of rock music. Listeners features the voice talents of Jun Fukuyama, Reina Ueda, Atsuko Tanaka, and Yôko Hikasa. The series was also created by Dai Satô, according to some sources. The anime explores a unique world and premise, with a narrative that embarks on an unforgettable journey.
Should you watch it?
“A boy meets a girl with an audio jack in a world without music.”
- Unique premise exploring music's cultural impact
- Intriguing central mystery about the jack-equipped girl
- Creative blend of rock history and speculative fiction
- Premise may feel niche to some viewers
- Pacing might be slow for action seekers
You're drawn to stories that reimagine our world through a fantastical lens.
Suitable for teens and adults who enjoy speculative fiction with emotional depth.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 12 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide →- E1 Live Forever Apr 4, 2020
- E2 Half Man Apr 11, 2020
- E3 You Made Me Realise Apr 18, 2020
- E4 Teen Spirit Apr 25, 2020
- E5 In the Embrace of the Beat: When Doves Cry May 2, 2020
- E6 Goodbye Blue Sky May 9, 2020
- E7 Day of Rage: Problems May 16, 2020
- E8 Real Me May 23, 2020
- E9 Freedom May 30, 2020
- E10 Cross Road Blues Jun 6, 2020
- E11 I Am the Resurrection Jun 13, 2020
- E12 Hello, Goodbye Jun 20, 2020
Frequently asked questions
What is the main character's relationship with music?
The protagonist discovers music's power and meaning alongside the mysterious girl Myuu.
Is this an anime series?
Yes, it is an animated series set in a post-music world.
What makes the girl character special?
She has an audio input jack in her body that connects to the story's central mystery.
Does the show feature actual rock songs?
The series incorporates rock music as a key narrative element throughout the journey.
What is the overall tone of the series?
It balances mystery and adventure with moments of nostalgia and emotional discovery.