01/14/2011 - 04/01/2011 Finished
Hourou Musuko (放浪息子)
Also known as: Wandering Son
Effeminate fifth grader Shuuichi Nitori is considered by most to be one of the prettiest girls in school, but much to her dismay, she is actually biologically male. Fortunately, Shuuichi has a childhood friend who has similar feelings of discomfort related to gender identity: the lanky tomboy Yoshino Takatsuki, who, though biologically female, does not identify as a girl. These two friends share a similar secret and find solace in one another; however, their lives become even more complicated when they must tread the unfamiliar waters of a new school, attempt to make new friends, and struggle to maintain old ones. Faced with nearly insurmountable odds, they must learn to deal with the harsh realities of growing up, being transgender, relationships, and acceptance. Lauded as a decidedly serious take on gender identity and LGBT struggles, Takako Shimura's Hourou Musuko is about Shuuichi and Yoshino's attempts to discover their true selves as they enter puberty, make friends, fall in love, and face some very real and difficult choices.
11
Total episodes
11
Canon episodes
0
Filler episodes
0%
% Filler
Canon episodes · 11 Filler episodes · 0
Every season
Seasons and sequels
Single Season
Currently, Hourou Musuko has no sequels, prequels, or registered spin-offs. This is the complete story available at the moment.
What to watch, what to skip
Watch order: filler vs canon
You're in luck! Hourou Musuko doesn't have a single filler episode: all 11 episodes are canon. It's a faithful adaptation of the original manga, so you can enjoy it from first to last without skipping anything or checking any list of expendable episodes.
In short, the watch order for Hourou Musuko is as simple as it gets: start at episode 1 and keep going to episode 11 without detours. If you came looking for which Hourou Musuko episodes are filler so you could skip them, the answer is that there aren't any.
Episode by episode
Complete guide by season
11 Episodes
| # | Episodes | Aired | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | What are little girls made of? ～Roses are red, violets are blue～— | — | Canon |
| 2 | Hate, Hate, Despise— | — | Canon |
| 3 | Romeo and Juliet— | — | Canon |
| 4 | I Give You My Name— | — | Canon |
| 5 | The End of Summer— | — | Canon |
| 6 | Cultural Festival— | — | Canon |
| 7 | Rosy Cheeks— | — | Canon |
| 8 | Spring— | — | Canon |
| 9 | Cool Girlfriend— | — | Canon |
| 10 | 10 + 11— | — | Canon |
| 11 | Forever a Wandering Son— | — | Canon |
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Common questions
Frequently asked questions
How many seasons does Hourou Musuko have?
Hourou Musuko 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 Hourou Musuko have?
In total, Hourou Musuko has 11 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 Hourou Musuko?
It is recommended to watch Hourou Musuko 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.
Where can I watch Hourou Musuko online?
Hourou Musuko is available on various legal streaming platforms. Check the platforms section at the top of this page to see where it's currently available. Options may vary depending on your geographic region.
Is Hourou Musuko a complete anime?
Yes, Hourou Musuko is a completed anime. All seasons have already aired and you can enjoy the series in its entirety without waiting for new episodes.
How much filler does Hourou Musuko have?
No, Hourou Musuko does not have filler episodes. All its episodes are canon and faithfully follow the original manga story, so you can watch all episodes without worrying about skipping anything.
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