If you loved
Given
Film · 2020
If you loved Given, you crave stories where artistic passion and tangled relationships force characters to confront their deepest emotional truths.
Start with the source
The source
given
Series · 2019
Books on the same thread
Norwegian Wood (ノルウェイの森)
Haruki Murakami · Book · 1987
Shares a thread with Given: Coming-of-Age.
Much like the heavy emotional weight found in Given, this novel explores how grief and loss reshape the internal lives of young people navigating intense, transformative romantic bonds.
Twisted Love
Ana Huang · Book · 2022
Explores: Forbidden Love, Protective Hero, Trauma.
Fans of the complex romantic rivalries in Given will appreciate the way this story weaves dark pasts and intense, protective devotion into the fabric of a complicated relationship.
Sputnik Sweetheart
Haruki Murakami · Book · 2001
Shares a thread with Given: Unrequited Love.
If the unrequited love in Given resonated with you, this narrative offers a similar focus on the haunting nature of longing and the process of achieving true self-discovery.
涼宮ハルヒシリーズ (Haruhi Suzumiya Series)
Nagaru Tanigawa · Book · 2003
Explores: Existentialism, Reality Bending, God Complex.
The collaborative creative process seen in Given serves as a bridge to this series, where the dynamics of a group project mirror the tension between artistic ambition and reality.
Series on the same thread
Rent-a-Girlfriend
Series · 2020
Explores: social anxiety, performative relationships, coming of age.
While Given treats music with sincerity, this story explores the performative nature of relationships, providing a comedic look at the same coming-of-age struggles found in university life.
Your Lie in April
Series · 2014
Explores: Grief, Healing Through Art, Overcoming Trauma.
This series shares the core DNA of Given by using music as a vital instrument for healing, showing how artistic passion allows characters to move past profound trauma.
Yuri!!! on Ice
Series · 2016
Explores: Finding Purpose, Mentor-Mentee Relationship, Overcoming Adversity.
Just as the characters in Given find growth through their connections, this show highlights how a mentor-mentee relationship can reignite a passion and lead to meaningful self-discovery.
Haikyu!!
Series · 2014
Explores: Teamwork, Rivalry, Overcoming adversity.
The intense competitive drive in Given is mirrored here, focusing on how rivalry fuels personal development and forces characters to rely on one another to overcome adversity.
Podcasts on the same thread
The Orphans
The Light and Tragic Company · Podcast · 2025
This audio drama captures the same intimate exploration of love and loss seen in Given, albeit in a sci-fi setting, focusing on how characters survive their emotional environments.
Killer Stories with Harvey Guillén
Spotify Studios · Podcast · 2026
Explores: dark human nature, criminal psychology, public fascination.
If the interpersonal clashes in Given kept you engaged, this podcast delves into the dark human nature behind deadly rivalries and the public fascination with complicated character histories.
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Common questions
What order should I watch Given in?
You should start with the 2019 television series to understand the background of the characters. After finishing the series, you can watch the 2020 movie, which continues the narrative focusing on the complex relationship dynamics between Haruki, Akihiko, and Ugetsu Murata.
Is Given a movie or a TV series?
Given exists as both a 2019 television series and a 2020 movie. The movie serves as a continuation of the story established in the series, detailing the evolving love triangle between Haruki, Akihiko, and Ugetsu Murata.
Does the Given movie continue the story from the 2019 TV show?
Yes, the 2020 Given movie continues the story. It focuses on the emotional tension between Haruki, Akihiko, and Ugetsu Murata, building upon the events and character developments introduced in the 2019 television series.
How long is the Given movie?
The 2020 Given movie is a feature-length film that focuses on the relationship clashes between Haruki, Akihiko, and Ugetsu Murata. It follows the 2019 television series, providing a deeper look into the characters as their lives move forward.