Eromanga Sensei (2017)
A 2017 anime comedy-drama that pulls back the curtain on light novel publishing — with a twist nobody saw coming.
Eromanga Sensei - Series Information
- Original Title: エロマンガ先生
- First Air Year: 2017
- Last Air Year: 2017
- Type: TV Series
- Genres: Animation, Comedy, Drama
- Content Rating (US): TV-14
- Episode Runtime: Average runtime per episode: 23 minutes
- Number of Seasons: 1
- Number of Episodes: 12
- Status: Ended
- Original Language: Japanese
- Spoken Languages: Japanese
- First Air Date: April 9, 2017 (United States - TV-14), April 9, 2017 (Canada - 14+), April 9, 2017 (United Kingdom - 15), April 9, 2017 (Germany - 16), April 9, 2017 (Australia - MA 15+), April 9, 2017 (Brazil - 16), April 9, 2017 (Mexico - B-15), April 9, 2017 (South Korea - 15)
- Networks: Gunma TV, Tokyo MX, BS11, Tochigi TV
- Alternative Titles: 我的妹妹是黄漫老师 (CN), Eromanga-sensei (JP), 에로망가 선생 (KR), Ероманґа сенсей (UA)
- Production Companies: A-1 Pictures, Aniplex, BS11
- Production Countries: Japan
Eromanga Sensei - Plot
Masamune Izumi is a high school student who writes light novels. Sagiri Izumi is an antisocial girl who never leaves her room. A year ago, she became Masamune's stepsister. But one day, Masamune discovers a terrifying revelation: the artist "Eromanga-sensei," who illustrates his novels, is none other than his sister Sagiri! His antisocial little sister, who lives under the same roof as him, uses a spicy pseudonym and draws obscenities?!
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Eromanga Sensei - Cast & Crew
Main Cast
- Yoshitsugu Matsuoka
- Akane Fujita
- Minami Takahashi
- Saori Onishi
- Ibuki Kido
- Yui Ishikawa
- Mikako Komatsu
- Nobunaga Shimazaki
- Yuichi Nakamura
- Yuka Iguchi
Writers
- Tatsuya Takahashi
Eromanga Sensei - FAQs
What is Eromanga Sensei about?
Eromanga Sensei follows Masamune Izumi, a high school light novel author, who stumbles upon a shocking secret: his reclusive stepsister Sagiri is the illustrator known as Eromanga-sensei. The series blends awkward comedy, sibling dynamics, and the quirky world of light novel publishing into a slice-of-life anime.
Where can you stream Eromanga Sensei?
Eromanga Sensei is available to stream on Crunchyroll and the Crunchyroll Amazon Channel, both offering flat-rate subscription access. For a full breakdown of viewing options available in your region, JustWatch is a great resource to check current availability.
Is Eromanga Sensei based on a light novel?
It is. The anime adapts the light novel series of the same name written by Tsukasa Fushimi and illustrated by Hiro Kanzaki, published by ASCII Media Works under the Dengeki Bunko imprint. Fushimi also wrote OreImo, and Eromanga Sensei shares a similar comedic tone and setting.
Who voices the main characters in Eromanga Sensei?
Yoshitsugu Matsuoka voices protagonist Masamune Izumi, while Akane Fujita brings his stepsister Sagiri to life. The supporting cast includes Minami Takahashi as Elf Yamada, Saori Onishi as Muramasa Senju, and Ibuki Kido as Megumi Jinno, all well-known names in the anime voice acting world.
How many episodes does Eromanga Sensei have?
The main series runs for 12 episodes across a single season, which aired in spring 2017. There are also 2 additional special episodes included in Season 0, bringing the total episode count to 14 if you include those bonus installments.
Is Eromanga Sensei connected to OreImo?
They share the same author, Tsukasa Fushimi, and a very similar premise — both center on a teenage boy navigating an unexpected creative partnership with a girl in his household. While not a direct sequel or spin-off, eagle-eyed fans have spotted subtle nods and references that hint at a shared universe.
When did Eromanga Sensei first air?
The series premiered on April 9, 2017, broadcasting across several Japanese networks including Tokyo MX, Gunma TV, Tochigi TV, and BS11. It ran through the spring 2017 anime season and was simulcast internationally on Crunchyroll shortly after its Japanese debut.
What are similar anime to Eromanga Sensei?
If you enjoyed Eromanga Sensei, you might like Days with My Stepsister, My Stepmom's Daughter Is My Ex, The Angel Next Door Spoils Me Rotten, or Alya Sometimes Hides Her Feelings in Russian. These series share similar romantic comedy setups, stepsiblings dynamics, or light novel adaptation roots.
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