---
title: "Listeners"
year: 2020
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/listeners-2020"
media_type: "tv"
tmdb_id: 98748
imdb_id: "tt10487750"
status: "Ended"
seasons_count: 1
episodes_count: 12
runtime_minutes: 24
community_rating: 7.1
vote_count: 41
content_rating: "TV-14"
---

# Listeners (2020) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/listeners-2020

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

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.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A boy meets a girl with an audio jack in a world without music."

### Why Watch
- Unique premise exploring music's cultural impact
- Intriguing central mystery about the jack-equipped girl
- Creative blend of rock history and speculative fiction

### Caveats & Content Note
- Premise may feel niche to some viewers
- Pacing might be slow for action seekers
- Tone & Suitability: Suitable for teens and adults who enjoy speculative fiction with emotional depth.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: post-apocalyptic, mysterious, nostalgic, adventurous, melancholic

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Crunchyroll, Crunchyroll Amazon Channel | None | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Crunchyroll, Crunchyroll Amazon Channel | None | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | Crunchyroll Amazon Channel, Crunchyroll | None | Apple TV Store |
| **Australia (AU)** | Crunchyroll, Crunchyroll Amazon Channel | None | Apple TV Store |

## Season Architecture & Lore Primers

### Season 1 (12 Episodes)
## Filler vs. Essential Episode Classifier

- **Total Tracked Episodes**: 12
- **Crucial Mytharc Episodes**: 3 (25%)
- **Character Core Episodes**: 9 (75%)
- **Side Quest / Filler Episodes**: 0 (0%)

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Rie Takahashi** as *Myū (voice)*
- **Ayumu Murase** as *Ekowo Rekku (voice)*
- **Koichi Yamadera** as *Kevin Valentine (voice)*
- **Nana Mizuki** as *Birin Valentine (voice)*
- **Junichi Suwabe** as *Denka (voice)*
- **Sayaka Ohara** as *Ein Neubauten (voice)*
- **Yoko Hikasa** as *Stür Neubauten (voice)*
- **Rie Kugimiya** as *Niru (voice)*
- **Taku Yashiro** as *Ride (voice)*
- **Yuto Uemura** as *Richie (voice)*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is the main character's relationship with music?
The protagonist discovers music's power and meaning alongside the mysterious girl Myuu.

### Q: Is this an anime series?
Yes, it is an animated series set in a post-music world.

### Q: What makes the girl character special?
She has an audio input jack in her body that connects to the story's central mystery.

### Q: Does the show feature actual rock songs?
The series incorporates rock music as a key narrative element throughout the journey.

### Q: What is the overall tone of the series?
It balances mystery and adventure with moments of nostalgia and emotional discovery.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Listeners - Wikipedia](https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Listeners)
- [Listeners - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Listeners)
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- [Listeners (TV Series 2020) - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt10487750/)
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*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*