Is Bocchi the Rock! Finished?#
If you are wondering whether you can jump into the series and get a complete story, the answer is a bit complex. While the initial anime run provides a great experience, the franchise is very much ongoing. According to our data, a sequel to the anime is listed, meaning there is more story to come on the screen.
For those who prefer the source material, the manga is also continuing. While the creator has faced some health-related hiatuses, recent news confirms that the Bocchi the Rock! manga has resumed serialization. If you want the full story and the most up-to-date developments, you will likely need to supplement the anime by reading the manga. You can buy the Bocchi the Rock! manga here to stay current.
What is Bocchi the Rock! About?#
Bocchi the Rock! is centered around the theme of music. It appeals to anyone who enjoys stories about artistic passion and the struggles of overcoming social anxiety to find a place where one belongs. Whether you are a musician yourself or just enjoy character-driven stories about friendship and performance, this series offers a compelling and relatable journey.
If you’re looking to start your journey, you can watch the anime on Prime Video.
The Ultimate Watch and Read Order#
Because this series has several adaptations and spinoffs, the order in which you consume the content matters. You can refer to the relationship tree on this page for a visual guide, but here are our recommended paths:
The Release Order#
For those who want to experience the series as it was delivered to the public:
- Bocchi the Rock! Anime (2022)
- Bocchi the Rock! Compilation Anime (2024)
The Completionist Path#
If you want every single piece of content available, follow this order:
- Bocchi the Rock! Anime (2022)
- Bocchi the Rock! Compilation Anime (2024)
- Bocchi the Rock! Manga (To catch up on the story beyond the anime)
- Bocchi the Rock! Comic Anthology (Spinoff manga)
- Bocchi the Rock! Side Story: Kikuri Hiroi’s Heavy-Drinking Diary (Spinoff manga)
For Source Material Enthusiasts#
If you don’t mind jumping between formats to get the full picture, we recommend starting with the anime to get a feel for the characters and then transitioning directly into the original manga to follow the serialization as it resumes.
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Additional Media and Merchandise#
Beyond the screens and pages, the Bocchi the Rock! franchise has expanded into other exciting areas. For those who enjoy live performances, the franchise has seen multiple stage plays, including a 4th stage play announced in late 2025.
If you want to bring a piece of the music and mayhem home, you can buy Bocchi the Rock! merchandise here.
Bocchi the Rock! • manga • 2017-12 (serialized in Manga Time Kirara MAX)
└─(adaptation)→ Bocchi the Rock! • anime • 2022-10-08
└─(compilation)→ Bocchi the Rock! • anime • 2024-06-07
└─(sequel)→ Bocchi the Rock! • anime •
└─(spinoff)→ Bocchi the Rock! Comic Anthology • manga • 2022-10-27
└─(spinoff)→ Bocchi the Rock! Side Story: Kikuri Hiroi’s Heavy-Drinking Diary • manga • 2023-07-09 (serialized on Comic Fuz)
