01/02/1977 - 12/25/1977 Finished
Raccoon Rascal (Araiguma Rascal)
Also known as: あらいぐまラスカル
Sterling North's quiet life in Wisconsin transforms when he adopts Rascal, an orphaned raccoon whose mother fell to a hunter's gun. Grieving his absent brother fighting overseas and his hospitalized mother, Sterling finds solace and purpose in caring for the spirited kit, whose companionship anchors him through his family's fracturing world.
52
Total episodes
52
Canon episodes
0
Filler episodes
0%
% Filler
Canon episodes · 52 Filler episodes · 0
Related works
Related works and sequels
Standalone work
No sequel, prequel, or registered spin-off is linked to Araiguma Rascal. Its episode total belongs to this title alone.
What to watch, what to skip
Watch order: filler vs canon
Araiguma Rascal has no filler episodes: all 52 episodes are canon. You can watch it from first to last without checking any list of skippable episodes.
Episode by episode
Complete guide by season
52 Episodes
| # | Episodes | Aired | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cute fella with the black mask01/02/1977 | 01/02/1977 | Canon |
| 2 | My new friend01/09/1977 | 01/09/1977 | Canon |
| 3 | Friendship01/16/1977 | 01/16/1977 | Canon |
| 4 | Milwaukee moon01/23/1977 | 01/23/1977 | Canon |
| 5 | A gift to Oscar01/30/1977 | 01/30/1977 | Canon |
| 6 | Goodbye, skunks02/06/1977 | 02/06/1977 | Canon |
| 7 | Which is faster: horse or car02/13/1977 | 02/13/1977 | Canon |
| 8 | Frog boxing02/20/1977 | 02/20/1977 | Canon |
| 9 | Mother's return02/27/1977 | 02/27/1977 | Canon |
| 10 | First exploration03/06/1977 | 03/06/1977 | Canon |
| 11 | Vanishing sugar cube03/13/1977 | 03/13/1977 | Canon |
| 12 | A book and a penny03/20/1977 | 03/20/1977 | Canon |
| 13 | First day of summer vacation03/27/1977 | 03/27/1977 | Canon |
| 14 | A motherless child04/03/1977 | 04/03/1977 | Canon |
| 15 | If Alice and I could be friends04/10/1977 | 04/10/1977 | Canon |
| 16 | Night of the lively party04/17/1977 | 04/17/1977 | Canon |
| 17 | Rascal's adventure04/24/1977 | 04/24/1977 | Canon |
| 18 | Marvelous young man we met in the forest05/01/1977 | 05/01/1977 | Canon |
| 19 | Rascal and the corn05/08/1977 | 05/08/1977 | Canon |
| 20 | Sterling's grief05/15/1977 | 05/15/1977 | Canon |
| 21 | Look out, Rascal05/22/1977 | 05/22/1977 | Canon |
| 22 | Animals of the forest and lake05/29/1977 | 05/29/1977 | Canon |
| 23 | Carl's disaster06/05/1977 | 06/05/1977 | Canon |
| 24 | Go, go, my canoe06/12/1977 | 06/12/1977 | Canon |
| 25 | Young deer found in the forest06/19/1977 | 06/19/1977 | Canon |
| 26 | Summer festival in the forest and lake06/26/1977 | 06/26/1977 | Canon |
| 27 | Collar and leather leash07/03/1977 | 07/03/1977 | Canon |
| 28 | In the cage07/10/1977 | 07/10/1977 | Canon |
| 29 | Let's fly through the starry sky07/17/1977 | 07/17/1977 | Canon |
| 30 | Don't be stingy07/24/1977 | 07/24/1977 | Canon |
| 31 | Day of the fireworks07/31/1977 | 07/31/1977 | Canon |
| 32 | When the migrant birds return08/07/1977 | 08/07/1977 | Canon |
| 33 | Donny Brook's victory08/14/1977 | 08/14/1977 | Canon |
| 34 | A mean letter08/21/1977 | 08/21/1977 | Canon |
| 35 | Karl and Flora08/28/1977 | 08/28/1977 | Canon |
| 36 | The old man who was waiting09/04/1977 | 09/04/1977 | Canon |
| 37 | Morning milking09/11/1977 | 09/11/1977 | Canon |
| 38 | A lovely memory09/18/1977 | 09/18/1977 | Canon |
| 39 | Forgotten birthday09/25/1977 | 09/25/1977 | Canon |
| 40 | Night of the snowstorm10/02/1977 | 10/02/1977 | Canon |
| 41 | An unusual patient10/09/1977 | 10/09/1977 | Canon |
| 42 | Almost Christmas10/16/1977 | 10/16/1977 | Canon |
| 43 | A wonderful gift10/23/1977 | 10/23/1977 | Canon |
| 44 | Battle on the ice10/30/1977 | 10/30/1977 | Canon |
| 45 | Mother's slap11/06/1977 | 11/06/1977 | Canon |
| 46 | Father's sad face11/13/1977 | 11/13/1977 | Canon |
| 47 | The calf stood up11/20/1977 | 11/20/1977 | Canon |
| 48 | The wild colt11/27/1977 | 11/27/1977 | Canon |
| 49 | Snow house12/04/1977 | 12/04/1977 | Canon |
| 50 | Launching the canoe12/11/1977 | 12/11/1977 | Canon |
| 51 | One week left12/18/1977 | 12/18/1977 | Canon |
| 52 | Time of separation and departure12/25/1977 | 12/25/1977 | Canon |
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Common questions
Frequently asked questions
How many seasons does Araiguma Rascal have?
Araiguma Rascal has a total of 1 season. The series is completed. Each season is divided into multiple episodes with stories that advance the main plot of the anime.
How many episodes does Araiguma Rascal have?
In total, Araiguma Rascal has 52 episodes in its only season. You can consult the complete episodes table to see the breakdown by season.
What is the best order to watch Araiguma Rascal?
It is recommended to watch Araiguma Rascal in chronological broadcast order. This means starting from season 1 and continuing sequentially to the last season. Check our watch order guide which includes information about filler vs canon episodes for an optimal experience.
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Is Araiguma Rascal a complete anime?
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