Akira Shirase
main character
TV_SHORT
6.3
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Episode: 0 / 15
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Anime DetailsFINISHED
- Format
- short-form series
- Episodes
- 15
- Episode length
- 12 min
- Total watch time
- 3 hours
- Status
- Finished
- Aired
- October 4, 2003 – January 4, 2004
- Season
- Fall 2003
- Source
- Original story
- Studio
- AIC
- Director
- Hiroki Hayashi
- Original creator
- Hiroki Hayashi
- Music
- Seikou Nagaoka
- Age rating
- PG — Teens 13 or older
- Country
- Japan
- AniList score
- 63/100
Estimated watch time
3h
⚡ 3 days at 5 eps/day
Tags & Tropes
Hikikomori95%Software Development73%Male Protagonist60%Age Gap60%Episodic46%Terrorism20%Teacher20%Transgender20%Cheerleading20%
TV_SHORTFINISHED2003 FALL6.3 / 10 AniList score
Battle Programmer Shirase
バトルプログラマーシラセ
Synopsis
Battle Programmer Shirase, also known as BPS, is a free programmer with super hacking abilities who doesn't work for money. What he does work for is certainly something that only people like him would appreciate. But, his demeanor certainly doesn't suit the jobs he is hired for. With the evil King of America causing trouble via the internet, Shirase is nothing but busy as each new adventure brings even more interesting people into the picture. (Source: Anime News Network)
Should you watch Battle Programmer Shirase?
Battle Programmer Shirase has been met with mixed reactions, with an average AniList score of 63/100 — 27% of 2,880 ratings are 8/10 or higher.
It ranks #3 highest-rated anime of 2003, and #2 most popular anime of 2003, and #2 highest-rated anime of Fall 2003 on AniList.
Of the 4.7K AniList users who started it, 7.0% dropped it, so it is dropped at a typical rate; 3.9K have finished it.
At about 3 hours in total, it is a short commitment — a weekend binge.
Best for viewers who enjoy Comedy, Ecchi, Sci-Fi — especially hikikomori, software development, male protagonist, age gap.
Where to Watch Officially
A streaming link is not listed for this title yet.
Episodes
15 episodes are listed.
Main cast & voice actors
Creators & key staff
- Original creator
- Hiroki Hayashi
- Director
- Hiroki Hayashi
- Character design
- Ryuuichi Makino
- Music
- Seikou Nagaoka
Related entries
Opening & ending themes
Openings (1)
- OP1“suddenly”
Endings (1)
Theme data from AnimeThemes.moe.
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Battle Programmer Shirase FAQ
How many episodes does Battle Programmer Shirase have?
Battle Programmer Shirase has 15 episodes of about 12 minutes each, roughly 3 hours in total.
How long does it take to watch Battle Programmer Shirase?
About 3 hours back to back. At two episodes a day it takes 8 days; at one hour a day, about 3 days.
Is Battle Programmer Shirase finished?
Yes. Battle Programmer Shirase has finished airing — the final episode aired January 4, 2004.
Is there a season 2 of Battle Programmer Shirase?
No sequel is listed for Battle Programmer Shirase as of October 2026.
Is Battle Programmer Shirase based on a manga?
No. Battle Programmer Shirase is an original anime story, not adapted from a manga or novel.
Who animated Battle Programmer Shirase?
Battle Programmer Shirase was animated by AIC and directed by Hiroki Hayashi.
Who sings the opening of Battle Programmer Shirase?
The opening, "suddenly", is performed by an uncredited artist.