10/09/2014 - 03/26/2015 Finished
Shirobako (SHIROBAKO)
It all started in Kaminoyama High School, when five best friends—Aoi Miyamori, Ema Yasuhara, Midori Imai, Shizuka Sakaki, and Misa Toudou—discovered their collective love for all things anime and formed the animation club. After making their first amateur anime together and showcasing it at the culture festival, the group vows to pursue careers in the industry, aiming to one day work together and create their own mainstream show. Two and a half years later, Aoi and Ema have managed to land jobs at the illustrious Musashino Animation production company. The others, however, are finding it difficult to get their dream jobs. Shizuka is feeling the weight of not being recognized as a capable voice actor, Misa has a secure yet unsatisfying career designing 3D models for a car company, and Midori is a university student intent on pursuing her dream as a story writer. These five girls will learn that the path to success is one with many diversions, but dreams can still be achieved through perseverance and a touch of eccentric creativity.
24
Total episodes
24
Canon episodes
0
Filler episodes
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% Filler
Canon episodes · 24 Filler episodes · 0
Every season
Seasons and sequels
Single Season
Currently, Shirobako 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! Shirobako doesn't have a single filler episode: all 24 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.
The 24 episodes of Shirobako aired in 2014–2015 and follow the story's chronological order. There are no transition episodes, no needless recaps, no arcs invented by the studio: every chapter advances the main plot and develops the characters just as the source material does.
In short, the watch order for Shirobako is as simple as it gets: start at episode 1 and keep going to episode 24 without detours. If you came looking for which Shirobako episodes are filler so you could skip them, the answer is that there aren't any.
Episode by episode
Complete guide by season
24 Episodes
| # | Episodes | Aired | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Exodus to Tomorrow!10/09/2014 | 10/09/2014 | Canon |
| 2 | Arupin is Here!10/16/2014 | 10/16/2014 | Canon |
| 3 | No More Recap Episodes10/23/2014 | 10/23/2014 | Canon |
| 4 | I Totally Messed Up10/30/2014 | 10/30/2014 | Canon |
| 5 | Those Who Blame Others Should Just Quit!11/06/2014 | 11/06/2014 | Canon |
| 6 | Idepon Miyamori: On the Move11/13/2014 | 11/13/2014 | Canon |
| 7 | Retake with the Cat11/20/2014 | 11/20/2014 | Canon |
| 8 | I'm Not Blaming You11/27/2014 | 11/27/2014 | Canon |
| 9 | What Do You Think I Was Trying to Say?12/04/2014 | 12/04/2014 | Canon |
| 10 | Just One More12/11/2014 | 12/11/2014 | Canon |
| 11 | The Little Key Frames Girl12/18/2014 | 12/18/2014 | Canon |
| 12 | Exodus Christmas12/25/2014 | 12/25/2014 | Canon |
| 13 | What Kind of Cloud Do You Like?01/08/2015 | 01/08/2015 | Canon |
| 14 | The Ruthless Audition Meeting01/15/2015 | 01/15/2015 | Canon |
| 15 | Will These Drawings Work?01/22/2015 | 01/22/2015 | Canon |
| 16 | Table Flip01/29/2015 | 01/29/2015 | Canon |
| 17 | Where Am I...02/05/2015 | 02/05/2015 | Canon |
| 18 | You Set Me Up!02/12/2015 | 02/12/2015 | Canon |
| 19 | Did You Catch Any?02/19/2015 | 02/19/2015 | Canon |
| 20 | I'll Do My Best, Mustang!02/26/2015 | 02/26/2015 | Canon |
| 21 | Don't Hold the Quality Hostage03/05/2015 | 03/05/2015 | Canon |
| 22 | Noa's in Her Underwear03/12/2015 | 03/12/2015 | Canon |
| 23 | Table Flip Continued03/19/2015 | 03/19/2015 | Canon |
| 24 | The Delivery That Was Too Far Off03/26/2015 | 03/26/2015 | Canon |
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Common questions
Frequently asked questions
How many seasons does Shirobako have?
Shirobako 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 Shirobako have?
In total, Shirobako has 24 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 Shirobako?
It is recommended to watch Shirobako 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 Shirobako online?
Shirobako 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 Shirobako a complete anime?
Yes, Shirobako 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 Shirobako have?
No, Shirobako 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.
Where can I see Shirobako's score and reviews on MyAnimeList?
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