I almost love that the Needless anime disappointed its manga fans because the easy joke for it is right there for the taking. Almost needlessly obvious. Do I even need to say it?
Alternative Titles:
- ニードレス
Year Anime Premiered: 2009
Animation Studio: Madhouse
Number of Seasons: 1
Source Material Country of Origin: Japan
Source Material Available: Manga
Is It Officially Licensed Past Where The Anime Ends?: No
Is It Fan Translated Past Where The Anime Ends?: Yes
Entry Last Updated: January 28th, 2025
Where To Start The Needless Manga After The Anime?
If you finished the Needless anime and want to continue the story in the manga, you can start at Volume 8, Chapter 50.
The Needless anime drifts into an anime-only ending starting at the end of Episode 22 (pretty much as soon as they bust through the protective glass in that episode). Alongside that, it is generally recommended to read the manga from the beginning due to had toned down the anime was.
What to Expect From The Needless Manga?
The Needless anime, though still pretty graphic at points, actually toned down a lot of the violence and the darker moments in the story. In doing so, it changed a few of the character stories. As it was changed to be more appealing to a wider, younger audience, it is recommended to read the manga from the beginning, but it is not strictly necessary.
You will still be able to jump into the manga at the point the anime drifted into its anime-only ending and continue the story pretty easily. You would just have a better story experience if you read it from the beginning.
Is The Needless Manga Over?
The Needless manga is complete. It ended in 2013 with Volume 16, Chapter 114.
You can also enjoy the Needless 0 manga, which is two volumes and also complete. It features side stories for various characters that are plot relevant, but not required reading.
Will There Be A Needless Season 2?
As the Needless anime aired in 2009 and the manga ended in 2013, there is absolutely no chance of a Needless Season 2 anime.
