Anime DetailsFINISHED
- Format
- special
- Episodes
- 1
- Episode length
- 84 min
- Total watch time
- 1 h 24 min
- Status
- Finished
- Aired
- October 19, 1987
- Season
- Fall 1987
- Source
- Other source
- Director
- Yoshio Kuroda
- Original creator
- Jules Gabriel Verne
- Music
- Katsuhisa Hattori
- Country
- Japan
- AniList score
- 56/100
Tags & Tropes
The Story of Fifteen Boys
Synopsis
A two-week summer vacation has turned out to be a long struggle for survival. “The Story of 15 Boys” is based on "Deux Ans de Vacances", a unique masterpiece and the only novel that Jules Verne wrote especially for children. Now this story has been animated through the use of leading-edge techniques. A drifting sailboat carrying 15 boys is overtaken by a storm and cast ashore on a desert island, where the fifteen boys begin their struggle. Their tough days-full of danger, thrills and fear-drive the boys to distress at times, but also shape them into strong independent people. The boys' extraordinary experiences on the island will bring to all young viewers the excitement that they always dream of experiencing themselves. (Source: Official Website)
Should you watch The Story of Fifteen Boys?
The Story of Fifteen Boys has been poorly received, with an average AniList score of 56/100 — 24% of 171 ratings are 8/10 or higher.
Of the 329 AniList users who started it, 7.9% dropped it, so it is dropped at a typical rate; 264 have finished it.
At about 1 h 24 min in total, it is a short commitment — a weekend binge.
Best for viewers who enjoy Adventure — especially historical.
Where to Watch Officially
A streaming link is not listed for this title yet.
Creators & key staff
- Original creator
- Jules Gabriel Verne
- Director
- Yoshio Kuroda
- Music
- Katsuhisa Hattori
Where it fits in the series
- Optional extras: Juugo Shounen Hyouryuuki: Kaizoku-jima DE! Daibouken
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The Story of Fifteen Boys FAQ
How many episodes does The Story of Fifteen Boys have?
The Story of Fifteen Boys has 1 episodes of about 84 minutes each, roughly 1 h 24 min in total.
Is The Story of Fifteen Boys finished?
Yes. The Story of Fifteen Boys has finished airing — the final episode aired October 19, 1987.
Is there a season 2 of The Story of Fifteen Boys?
No sequel is listed for The Story of Fifteen Boys as of October 2026.
Is The Story of Fifteen Boys based on a other source?
Yes. The Story of Fifteen Boys adapts the other source by Jules Gabriel Verne.