In this post, we take a closer look at the current status of the series “Given”, also known by the following titles:
- ギヴン
Status#
Based on our analysis, the series is NOT FINISHED. ❌
Here’s how we reached that conclusion:
- Some related entries are still listed as ongoing on MyAnimeList
- The series is listed as ended on Trakt
- The original source material has not been fully adapted, according to MangaUpdates
Taken together, these points indicate that Given is still ongoing in some form.
Watch order#
Given ↗ ↖
Summary
There is a tune stuck in Mafuyu Satou's head. As he clutches the guitar in his hands, this melody swirls around and around, screaming words of regret, longing, and loss. But with his careless expression that always seems to be up in the clouds, no one knows his true feelings. However, a chance encounter with classmate Ritsuka Uenoyama may finally give Mafuyu the push to let his voice be heard.Uenoyama is the guitarist of a band, whose fellow members include the kindhearted bassist Haruki Nakayama and rough-looking drummer Akihiko Kaji. Even without a vocalist, their ragtag group has done well as an instrumental-only band. However, their chance to reach even greater heights may have arrived when Uenoyama hears Mafuyu’s voice—Uenoyama is enchanted, inviting the reluctant Mafuyu to join.
Working in a band is a difficult task; often, emotions threaten to break it apart, but they can also bring its members closer together. With Uenoyama’s help, Mafuyu may finally be able to express the feelings that fight to break free from within his heart.
[Written by MAL Rewrite]
Background
Given was published in English by VIZ Media under its SuBLime imprint from February 11, 2020, to August 13, 2024. It was released in Polish by Kotori from April 20, 2018, to June 17, 2024; in Spanish by Milky Way Ediciones from June 19, 2019, to December 4, 2023; in Brazilian Portuguese by NewPOP Editora from May 29, 2020, to December 10, 2024; and in Portuguese by Midori Editora since June 2025. The series was adapted into a Japanese live-action drama that was released on the streaming platform FOD from July 17, 2021, to August 21, 2021.
Given ↗ ↖
Summary
Tightly clutching his Gibson guitar, Mafuyu Satou steps out of his dark apartment to begin another day of his high school life. While taking a nap in a quiet spot on the gymnasium staircase, he has a chance encounter with fellow student Ritsuka Uenoyama, who berates him for letting his guitar's strings rust and break. Noticing Uenoyama's knowledge of the instrument, Satou pleads for him to fix it and to teach him how to play. Uenoyama eventually agrees and invites him to sit in on a jam session with his two band mates: bassist Haruki Nakayama and drummer Akihiko Kaji.Satou’s voice is strikingly beautiful, filling Uenoyama with the determination to make Satou the lead singer of the band. Though reticent at first, Satou takes the offer after an emotional meeting with an old friend. With the support of his new friends, Satou must not only learn how to play guitar, but also come to terms with the mysterious circumstances that led him to be its owner.
[Written by MAL Rewrite]
Given Movie 1 ↗ ↖
映画 ギヴン
Summary
The band "given"—comprised of Ritsuka Uenoyama, Mafuyu Satou, Haruki Nakayama, and Akihiko Kaji—has advanced to the final screening of the Countdown-fes Amateur Contest, in which they will be judged on their live act. Although enthusiastic, they worry about having only one original song to perform.Mafuyu embraces the idea of learning more about music in order to create new, emotionally resonant songs. In this regard, he unexpectedly receives help from Ugetsu Murata, Akihiko’s on-again, off-again lover. Ugetsu has unsuccessfully tried to let go of Akihiko, who himself is torn between lingering feelings for his past and an uncertain resolve for the future.
As the competition draws near, Haruki uncharacteristically begins to doubt his place in the band and the trust he shares with Akihiko. It is a given that not all attachments last forever, but it remains to be seen what can be salvaged from the ruins of heartbreak—or if only regrets will endure.
[Written by MAL Rewrite]
Given: Uragawa no Sonzai ↗ ↖
ギヴン うらがわの存在
Summary
Since the night of "given's" first live performance, the relationship between Mafuyu Satou and Ritsuka Uenoyama has been smooth sailing. Their shared love of music reinforces their bond, and every moment spent together makes them more inseparable. Nevertheless, there will come times when they will suffer setbacks, with both of them consumed by their inner turmoil.[Written by MAL Rewrite]
Background
Given: Uragawa no Sonzai is bundled with the special edition of the seventh volume of the manga. It includes scenes that were not shown in Given Movie.
Given Movie 2: Hiiragi Mix ↗ ↖
映画 ギヴン 柊mix
Summary
Hiiragi Kashima and Shizusumi "Shizu" Yagi's band "syh" is set to debut, but they run into trouble when their support guitarist leaves. Although Hiiragi often clashes with Ritsuka Uenoyama—the smug boyfriend of his childhood friend Mafuyu Satou—Hiiragi convinces him to perform as their temporary member.Despite their friction, Hiiragi acknowledges Uenoyama’s talent and respects his hard work—to the point of asking him to complete an old song that Mafuyu’s ex-boyfriend, Yuki Yoshida, left behind. In between writing, recording, and filming a music video, Hiiragi comes to terms with his love for the aloof Shizu and wrestles with how to convey his feelings.
Meanwhile, “given”—composed of Uenoyama, Mafuyu, and their bandmates Haruki Nakayama and Akihiko Kaji—receives an offer to debut as well. The members are ready and beyond excited, save for Mafuyu, who has never before thought about playing music professionally. As Uenoyama attempts to understand Yuki and replicate his unique sound, Mafuyu steps back to ponder over the looming changes in his life, fearing what the uncertain future may bring.
[Written by MAL Rewrite]
Background
Given Movie 2: Hiiragi Mix was released on Blu-ray and DVD on August 28, 2024.
Given: 10th Mix ↗ ↖
Summary
A side story series taking place a decade after the main story.
Given Movie 3: Umi e ↗ ↖
映画 ギヴン 海へ
Summary
Second part of Given Movie: Hiiragi Mix.