What to read, watch, and listen to if you lovedgiven
Series · 2019
If you loved given, start with Given (2020) — a film from the same story. Below: 4 books, 4 films and 2 podcasts, each matched to given across media.
The emotional resonance you loved in given stems from how creative passions and quiet, vulnerable connections fundamentally transform the lives of young protagonists.
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Adaptation
Given
Film · 2020
Books on the same thread
The Giver
Lois Lowry · Book · 1993
Explores: Utopia, Loss of Memory, Individuality vs. Conformity.
If given hit, The Giver shares the thread.
Heartstopper, Vol. 1
Alice Oseman · Book
Shares 3 threads with given: first love, self-discovery, coming-of-age.
Just as Ritsuka and Mafuyu navigate their evolving feelings through music, Charlie and Nick explore the delicate, transformative power of first love within the daily realities of high school life.
Demon Slayer: Kimetsu No Yaiba, Vol. 1
Koyoharu Gotouge · Book
Explores: revenge, sibling bond, tragic loss.
If given hit, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu No Yaiba, Vol. 1 shares the thread.
Giver Quartet
Lois Lowry · Book
Explores: loss of individuality, memory and history, utopian critique.
If given hit, Giver Quartet shares the thread.
Films on the same thread
Dou kyu sei – Classmates
Film · 2016
Shares 2 threads with given: First Love, Coming-of-Age.
Much like the bond between Ritsuka and Mafuyu, this story finds beauty in how two opposites are brought together through the shared language of music and their mutual coming-of-age journey.
Whisper of the Heart
Yoshifumi Kondo · Film · 1995
Shares 3 threads with given: First Love, Self-Discovery, Coming-of-age.
If the pursuit of artistic passion in given resonated with you, you will appreciate how Shizuku and Seiji use creative dreams to navigate the complexities of self-discovery and first love.
Weathering with You
Film · 2019
Shares a thread with given: Coming-of-age.
If given hit, Weathering with You shares the thread.
The Garden of Words
Makoto Shinkai · Film · 2013
Explores: Age Gap Romance, Teacher-Student Relationship, Existential Angst.
This film mirrors the existential vulnerability found in given, focusing on how an unexpected, intimate connection provides a sense of purpose and solace amidst the protagonist's personal internal struggles.
Podcasts on the same thread
Anime Grind
Podcast
Explores: Personal Growth, Goal Setting, Positive Mindset.
If given hit, Anime Grind shares the thread.
Wake Up and Win
Podcast
Explores: anime inspiration, personal growth, goal achievement.
If given hit, Wake Up and Win shares the thread.
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Common questions
What order should I watch the Given series and movie?
You should watch the 2019 Given television series first to understand the development of the relationship between the characters. After finishing the series, you can watch the Given movie from 2020 to continue the story and see how their musical journey evolves.
Is the Given movie a continuation of the 2019 series?
Yes, the 2020 Given movie serves as a direct follow-up to the 2019 Given television series. It continues the narrative established in the show, where Ritsuka finds his spark for music through Mafuyu's singing and their evolving connection.
How long is the Given television series?
The 2019 Given television series consists of episodes detailing how Ritsuka's life changes after hearing Mafuyu sing. This adaptation focuses on their musical bond and the shift in their relationship, providing the foundational story before you move on to the 2020 Given movie.
Does the Given movie feature the same characters as the 2019 series?
Yes, the 2020 Given movie features the same core characters from the 2019 television series. It explores the continuation of the musical partnership and personal dynamics between Ritsuka and Mafuyu that were introduced when Ritsuka first heard Mafuyu sing.