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- Format
- TV series
- Episodes
- 76
- Episode length
- 24 min
- Total watch time
- 30 h 24 min
- Status
- Finished
- Aired
- March 13, 1994 – September 3, 1995
- Season
- Spring 1994
- Source
- Manga
- Studio
- Toei Animation
- Original creator
- Wataru Yoshizumi
- Music
- Keiichi Oku
- Age rating
- PG — Teens 13 or older
- Country
- Japan
- AniList score
- 70/100
Estimated watch time
30h 24m
⚡ 16 days at 5 eps/day
Tags & Tropes
Shoujo100%Female Protagonist83%Love Triangle73%Inseki73%Slapstick65%Age Gap64%Family Life60%School60%Work60%Tennis60%
overview details
Synopsis
Miki Koishikawa lived a normal life - until her parents tell her they'll get divorced.. She doesn't agree, until she meets Yuu Matsuura... the handsome son of another couple, with whom her parents are switching spouses. They all live together now in an enormous house, and Miki and Yuu find themselves falling in love. They'll have to struggle with their own feelings, other people who want to be with them, and whatever Lady Luck and Fate throws in their ways... (Source: Anime News Network)
Should you watch Marmalade Boy?
Marmalade Boy has been well received, with an average AniList score of 70/100 — 44% of 3,058 ratings are 8/10 or higher.
It ranks #8 highest-rated anime of 1994, and #4 most popular anime of 1994 on AniList.
Of the 6.8K AniList users who started it, 9.9% dropped it, so it is dropped at a typical rate; 4.5K have finished it.
At roughly 30 h 24 min in total, it is a long commitment — about 5 weeks at an hour a day.
Best for viewers who enjoy Comedy, Drama, Romance — especially shoujo, female protagonist, love triangle, inseki.
Where to Watch Officially
Availability, audio and subtitles vary by region and service.
Episodes
76 episodes are listed.
Main cast & voice actors
Creators & key staff
- Original creator
- Wataru Yoshizumi
- Character design
- Yoshihiko Umakoshi
- Music
- Keiichi Oku
Where it fits in the series
- Watch first: Marmalade Boy Movie (1995)
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Marmalade Boy FAQ
How many episodes does Marmalade Boy have?
Marmalade Boy has 76 episodes of about 24 minutes each, roughly 30 h 24 min in total.
How long does it take to watch Marmalade Boy?
About 30 h 24 min back to back. At two episodes a day it takes 38 days; at one hour a day, about 31 days.
Is Marmalade Boy finished?
Yes. Marmalade Boy has finished airing — the final episode aired September 3, 1995.
Is there a season 2 of Marmalade Boy?
No sequel is listed for Marmalade Boy as of October 2026. You can continue the story in the original manga.
What should I watch before Marmalade Boy?
Watch Marmalade Boy Movie first — Marmalade Boy is a direct sequel.
Is Marmalade Boy based on a manga?
Yes. Marmalade Boy adapts the manga by Wataru Yoshizumi.
Who animated Marmalade Boy?
Marmalade Boy was animated by Toei Animation.
Where can I watch Marmalade Boy?
Marmalade Boy is listed on Crunchyroll. Availability varies by region — check the streaming links on this page.