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Series · 2012 – 2013 · Comedy

Little Busters!

★7.2 2012 – 2013 2 Seasons TV-MA

Riki was a child when his parents died, leaving him hopeless and depressed. What saved him was a group of four kids calling themselves the Little Busters. They took Riki out and played with him during his time of need. He really enjoyed being together with them, and his grief gradually faded away. Now in his second year of high school they still hang out, fight and live together, and enjoy their school life.

Seasons & episodes

2 seasons · 39 episodes

The Team Name Will Be... the Little Busters

Episode 01

The Team Name Will Be... the Little Busters

Oct 6, 2012 · 24 min

The leader of the "Little Busters," Kyousuke, returns to school after a job hunting break and calls the old gang together. He suggests that they all do something that they can only do now, while they're young - and that something is playing baseball. Now all Kyousuke, Riki, Masato, Kengo, and Rin need to do is find enough new members to make a complete baseball team...

If You're Happy, I'm Happy

Episode 02

If You're Happy, I'm Happy

Oct 13, 2012 · 24 min

Riki meets the cheerful, easygoing Komari on a visit to the school rooftop, and decides to invite her to join the Little Busters. Meanwhile, one of the cats Rin is taking care of strolls along with a mysterious note tied to its tail...

I Like Cute Things, You See

Episode 03

I Like Cute Things, You See

Oct 20, 2012 · 24 min

Riki is called out for tea and a chat by Kurugaya Yuiko, a mysterious girl who rarely shows up to class. He invites her to join the Little Busters, but when she meets the team's resident musclebrain, Masato, sparks instantly fly.

We'll Make a Happy, Sunny Place

Episode 04

We'll Make a Happy, Sunny Place

Oct 27, 2012 · 24 min

On the school roof, Riki catches Komari whispering something about an older brother in her sleep. But when she wakes up, she tells him that she's an only child and her brother only appears to her in dreams, where he reads her a sad story from a picture book only to fade away when she awakens...

To Find What I’ve Lost

Episode 05

To Find What I’ve Lost

Nov 3, 2012 · 24 min

When Komari's normally cheerful smiles begin to look sad and lonely, Riki decides to cheer her up by searching for her older brother... but does he really exist? The next day, the two of them pay a visit to Komari's hometown in hopes of recovering her lost memories.

Let's Find Wonderful Things

Episode 06

Let's Find Wonderful Things

Nov 10, 2012 · 24 min

Komari has finally recovered her memories of her older brother - and it has left her in a tragic state of confusion. With the support of the Little Busters, Riki sets out to bring Komari's cheerful smile back.

Now Then, Guess Who!

Episode 07

Now Then, Guess Who!

Nov 17, 2012 · 24 min

The Little Busters are still short a few members, so Riki decides to invite a girl from a neighboring class, Saigusa Haruka, to the team. But the energetic, playful Haruka has a reputation for being the school's biggest troublemaker, and is under constant pursuit by the school's Disciplinary Committee.

Let's Look for Roommate!

Episode 08

Let's Look for Roommate!

Nov 24, 2012 · 24 min

When Riki sees Kud playing Frisbee with her dogs, he knows that her quick, agile movements would make her a good candidate for the Little Busters and extends the invitation. But Kud hasn't had an easy time making friends since she came to Japan, and she could use the help of her new teammates to find a willing dorm roommate.

Save the Cafeteria!

Episode 09

Save the Cafeteria!

Dec 1, 2012 · 24 min

One of Rin's cats brings her yet another mysterious note. This time its cryptic demand is to "save the school cafeteria" - but none of the Little Busters can see what about the cafeteria needs saving.

The Blue of the Sky, the Blue of the Sea

Episode 10

The Blue of the Sky, the Blue of the Sea

Dec 8, 2012 · 24 min

While searching for a stray ball sent flying at a Little Busters practice, Riki encounters Mio, a girl who always sits and reads in the shade of a tree with a parasol open. There's one book she's particularly fond of, but she won't tell Riki what it's about. When she loses the book, it's up to Riki to help her find it.

See, There Ain't No Ghosts

Episode 11

See, There Ain't No Ghosts

Dec 15, 2012 · 24 min

Kyousuke gathers the Little Busters together for a little test of courage. Their mission takes them on a search through the school building while avoiding traps set by Kyousuke, but eventually they sense that an eerie black shadow has been watching their progress...

A Blue World, Stretching on to Eternity

Episode 12

A Blue World, Stretching on to Eternity

Dec 22, 2012 · 24 min

Riki has invited Mio to be the manager of the Little Busters, and the team welcomes her warmly. However, just when they think she's finally opening up to them, she disappears...

Where the End Begins

Episode 13

Where the End Begins

Jan 5, 2013 · 24 min

Mio has been absent from school for several days, and everyone, even the Little Busters, seems to be gradually forgetting about her. Riki finally spots her in the courtyard again, but he notices an unfamiliar loneliness in her eyes...

That’s Why I’ll Hold My Hand Out to You

Episode 14

That’s Why I’ll Hold My Hand Out to You

Jan 12, 2013 · 24 min

When was the last time anyone saw Mio reading a book under the tree in the courtyard? What kind of person was she? Riki's memories become vague and he becomes scared that he might forget her completely. Will he be able to find the real Mio before she completely disappears?

Hell Yeah, This Totally Rocks!

Episode 15

Hell Yeah, This Totally Rocks!

Jan 19, 2013 · 24 min

Rin has called Riki to her room under false pretenses. Now he is stuck for the night while his friends mount a rescue attempt.

Don't Look at Me Like That

Episode 16

Don't Look at Me Like That

Jan 26, 2013 · 24 min

Saigusa Haruka is considered the biggest rule violator at school and the school Disciplinary Committee has it out for her, in particular Futaki Kanata. When Haruka’s family history is posted over the school the Little Busters must search for her.

I Wanted Someone to Stay by My Side

Episode 17

I Wanted Someone to Stay by My Side

Feb 2, 2013 · 24 min

The secret of the Saigusa family is explained to the Little Buster crew, and Riki wants to help his friend cope with her new Infamy.

The Answer Is Within Your Heart

Episode 18

The Answer Is Within Your Heart

Feb 9, 2013 · 24 min

With the encouragement of her friends, Haruka confronts Futaki and lays it all out. What Futaki has to share will change how the Little Busters view her.

Keep Working Hard

Episode 19

Keep Working Hard

Feb 16, 2013 · 24 min

Kud might be smart be she lacks some common sense concepts due to her traveling. With the upcoming practical exams the Little Busters aim to help her ace the test.

Cure the Lovesick

Episode 20

Cure the Lovesick

Feb 23, 2013 · 24 min

Sasasegawa Sasam and Rin continue to have battles, but that is pushed aside for as another one of her cats have brought her a mysterious message to help another student.

Fifty Nautical Miles into the Sky

Episode 21

Fifty Nautical Miles into the Sky

Mar 2, 2013 · 24 min

Kud shares an ancient island custom with Riki as she remembers the time she spent with her mother.

I Promise I’ll Come Back

Episode 22

I Promise I’ll Come Back

Mar 9, 2013 · 24 min

The Little Busters are there to help, but sometimes they are powerless to do anything.

For Those You Love

Episode 23

For Those You Love

Mar 16, 2013 · 24 min

Tebwa rebel forces are angry at the government and are looking for anyone connected with the space program to blame…

If Rin-chan Is Happy, I’m Happy, Too

Episode 24

If Rin-chan Is Happy, I’m Happy, Too

Mar 23, 2013 · 24 min

Rin next challenge has been delivered and Riki has grown more suspicious of the timing of the notes.

The Final Member

Episode 25

The Final Member

Mar 30, 2013 · 24 min

Kyousuke predictions of the final Little Buster member shocks Riki, but that is not the bombshell that will be presented to Riki.

The Greatest of Friends

Episode 26

The Greatest of Friends

Apr 6, 2013 · 24 min

Thrust into the role of leader of the Little Busters, Riki is finding it hard to fill Kyousuke shoes.

About the series

Little Busters! poster
Audience score
★ 7.2 /10

based on 22 votes

Synopsis

Riki was a child when his parents died, leaving him hopeless and depressed. What saved him was a group of four kids calling themselves the Little Busters. They took Riki out and played with him during his time of need. He really enjoyed being together with them, and his grief gradually faded away. Now in his second year of high school they still hang out, fight and live together, and enjoy their school life.

ComedyAnimation

Cast

8 principal cast

Yui Horie

Yui Horie

Riki Naoe (voice)

Tomoe Tamiyasu

Tomoe Tamiyasu

Rin Natsume (voice)

Hikaru Midorikawa

Hikaru Midorikawa

Kyousuke Natsume (voice)

Nobutoshi Canna

Nobutoshi Canna

Masato Inohara (voice)

Yusei Oda

Yusei Oda

Kengo Miyazawa (voice)

Natsumi Yanase

Natsumi Yanase

Komari Kamikita (voice)

Hikaru Isshiki

Hikaru Isshiki

Yuiko Kurugaya (voice)

Keiko Suzuki

Keiko Suzuki

Haruka Saigusa (voice)

Where to watch Little Busters!

Little Busters! is available to stream on Flicksy via 6 verified sources, aggregated from publicly available embed providers. The comedy has 2 seasons and 39 total episodes, rated 7.2/10 by 22 viewers.

Frequently asked

How many seasons does Little Busters! have?

Little Busters! has 2 seasons with 39 episodes in total.

Is Little Busters! still on the air?

Little Busters! has ended and is no longer in production.

What network airs Little Busters!?

Little Busters! airs on TOKYO MX, AT-X.

When did Little Busters! first air?

Little Busters! first aired on October 6, 2012.

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