What is iDOLM@STER: XENOGLOSSIA?#
If you are looking for a series that blends the glitz and glamour of the entertainment industry with the high-stakes action of giant robots, iDOLM@STER: XENOGLOSSIA is a unique entry in the anime world.
The story follows Haruka Amami, an aspiring pop singer who lacks confidence. After passing an audition, she is sent to Tokyo to begin her career. However, she quickly discovers that her talent agency is actually a front for a specialized task force. Instead of just practicing dance routines, Haruka and her peers are tasked with piloting giant robots to protect Earth from falling meteors.
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Is the anime really finished?#
Yes, the iDOLM@STER: XENOGLOSSIA anime is finished. The series aired from April 2, 2007, to September 24, 2007. Because it is a self-contained project within the larger iDOLM@STER universe, viewers can watch the anime and receive a conclusion to the specific plot arc presented in the show.
For those who want to dive deeper into the story or see it from a different perspective, there is also a manga adaptation titled Idolmaster Xenoglossia that ran from February 2007 to January 2008. If you prefer reading, you can buy the manga here.
Who is this anime for?#
iDOLM@STER: XENOGLOSSIA is best suited for viewers who enjoy a mix of genres. It isn’t your standard idol show; it is a blend of:
- Science Fiction & Mecha: The core of the action revolves around giant robots and planetary defense.
- Drama & Comedy: The show balances the tension of battle with the interpersonal dynamics of young performers.
- Action: Plenty of combat as the task force defends the Earth.
It appeals to fans who like “hidden identity” plots or the concept of ordinary people being thrust into extraordinary, high-pressure situations. You can watch the anime on Prime Video to see if this blend of genres is for you.
Recommended Watch Order#
Navigating the iDOLM@STER universe can be daunting because it is a massive franchise with many spin-offs and sequels. Here is the best way to approach XENOGLOSSIA:
The Direct Approach#
If you are only interested in this specific story, simply watch the iDOLM@STER: XENOGLOSSIA anime (2007). It is a standalone experience.
The Completionist Order#
For those who want every piece of the puzzle, we recommend following the release order and expanding into the wider franchise. Start with the XENOGLOSSIA anime, followed by the related iDOLM@STER: Live For You! (2008). From there, you can venture into the main IDOLM@STER (2011) series and its numerous spin-offs like Cinderella Girls, SideM, and Shiny Colors.
The Source Material Route#
If you prefer starting with written media, begin with the Idolmaster Xenoglossia manga before moving to the anime. You may also be interested in the related manga IDOLM@STER: Your Mess@ge.
For a detailed breakdown of how XENOGLOSSIA connects to the various sequels and spin-offs like Million Live! or Cinderella Girls, please refer to the relationship tree provided below this article.
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IDOLM@STER: XENOGLOSSIA • anime • 2007-04-02 to 2007-09-24
└─(related)→ iDOLM@STER: Live For You! • anime • 2008-02-28
└─(related)→ IDOLM@STER • anime • 2011-07-07 to 2011-12-22
└─(spinoff)→ IDOLM@STER Cinderella Girls • anime • 2015-01-09 to 2015-04-10
└─(sequel)→ IDOLM@STER Cinderella Girls • anime • 2015-07-17
└─(sequel)→ IDOLM@STER Cinderella Girls • anime • 2016-02-25
└─(spinoff)→ IDOLM@STER Cinderella Girls Gekijō • manga • 2015-01
└─(adaptation)→ Idolm@ster Cinderella Girls Theater • anime • 2017-04-04
└─(sequel)→ Idolm@ster Cinderella Girls Theater • anime • 2017-10-03
└─(sequel)→ Idolm@ster Cinderella Girls Theater CLIMAX SEASON • anime • 2019-04-02
└─(related)→ IDOLM@STER Cinderella Girls Theater: Extra Stage • anime • 2020-03-23
└─(spinoff)→ IDOLM@STER Cinderella Girls: Spin-off! • anime • 2019-11-10 (streaming on Amazon Prime Video)
└─(related)→ IDOLM@STER CINDERELLA GIRLS 10th Anniversary Celebration • anime • 2021-11-28
└─(spinoff)→ IDOLM@STER Cinderella Girls U149 • manga • 2016-10-15 (serialized on Cycomi)
└─(adaptation)→ IDOLM@STER Cinderella Girls U149 • anime • 2023-04-05
└─(side story)→ IDOLM@STER Cinderella Girls U149 • anime • 2023-10-25
└─(sequel)→ IDOLM@STER MOVIE: Kagayaki no Mukōgawa e! • anime • 2014-01-25
└─(spinoff)→ Idolm@ster SideM • anime • 2017-09-30
└─(related)→ Idolm@ster SideM Wake Atte Mini! • manga • 2016 to 2018 (serialized in Dengeki Maoh)
└─(adaptation)→ Idolm@ster SideM Wake Atte Mini! • anime • 2018-10-09
└─(side story)→ iDOLM@STER SideM: 315 Variety Pack! Made In Passion! • anime • 2018-06-27 (included with TV Series Blu-Ray Vol. 7)
└─(related)→ iDOLM@STER Shiny Festa • anime • 2012-10-25
└─(related)→ IDOLM@STER Million Live! • anime • 2023-08-18 (theatrical screening, Part 1)
└─(related)→ iDOLM@STER Million Live! 4th Anniversary PV • anime • 2017-03-12
└─(related)→ IDOLM@STER Million Live! • anime • 2026-03-27
└─(related)→ VOY@GER • anime • 2021-08-25
└─(related)→ IDOLM@STER Shiny Colors • anime • 2023-10-27 (theatrical screening, eps. 1-4)
└─(sequel)→ IDOLM@STER Shiny Colors • anime • 2024-07-05 to 2024-07-25 (theatrical screening, eps. 1-4)
└─(related)→ IDOLM@STER Million Live! Blooming Clover • manga • 2017-02-27 to 2023-10-27 (Dengeki Maoh, Apr 2017 - Dec 2023)
└─(adaptation)→ Idolmaster Xenoglossia • manga • 2007-02-26 to 2008-01-26 (serialized in Comp Ace)
└─(related)→ IDOLM@STER: Your Mess@ge • manga • 2007-11-27
