The Wallflower

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  • TV-14
  • 2006
  • 1 Season
  • 7.4  (1,208)

The Wallflower is a popular anime series that was produced by FUNimation in 2006 and 2007. The show features an interesting cast of characters, including Showtaro Morikubo, Hirofumi Nojima, Yukiko Takaguchi, Yuuya Yamauchi, Tomokazu Sugita, Mai Nakahara, Yuka Komatsu, Norihisa Mori, Nina Kumagaya, Hiromi Konno, Kimiko Koyama, Erika, and Shin'ichi Watanabe.

The plot of the show focuses on a beautiful girl named Sunako who has been ostracized from society due to her unique interests and appearance. Sunako lives in a dark and creepy mansion where she spends her days reading horror novels and avoiding human contact. However, her quiet and secluded life is about to be upended when her aunt hires four handsome boys to turn her into a lady.

The boys - Takano Kyohei, Toyama Yukinojo, Oda Takenaga, and Morii Ranmaru - are tasked with teaching Sunako how to become a beautiful and desirable woman. However, the task is easier said than done as Sunako refuses to change her gothic appearance and anti-social behavior. Despite their best efforts, the boys find themselves in a constant battle to win Sunako's affection and help her overcome her fears and insecurities.

Throughout the show, viewers are treated to a unique blend of humor, drama, and romance as the four boys attempt to complete their mission. The anime features a standout voice cast, with each actor bringing their own unique personality to their respective characters. Showtaro Morikubo and Hirofumi Nojima are particularly noteworthy as Takano Kyohei and Toyama Yukinojo, respectively. Both actors bring a level of charm and charisma to their roles, which helps to elevate the show's overall appeal.

In addition to the engaging cast, The Wallflower also features beautifully detailed animation and a memorable soundtrack. The show's funky opening theme, "Slow" by Kiyoharu, perfectly sets the tone for the series and is sure to get audiences dancing along. The animation is similarly impressive, with each character's unique features and quirks exaggerated to great effect.

Perhaps the biggest draw of The Wallflower, however, is its ability to blend humor with deeper, more serious themes. While the show is undeniably funny, it also touches on topics like self-esteem, personal growth, and the challenges of feeling like an outcast. By exploring these themes in a lighthearted, accessible way, The Wallflower manages to appeal to a wide range of viewers.

Overall, The Wallflower is a must-watch for fans of anime looking for a unique and engaging series. Its standout voice cast, beautiful animation, and blend of humor and drama make it a true standout in the world of anime. Whether you're looking for a laugh or a heartfelt tale of personal growth, The Wallflower has something for everyone.

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Seasons
The Road to Womanhood
25. The Road to Womanhood
March 27, 2007
Chaos ensues when Auntie pops into check on the progress of her niece's journey down the "Road to Womanhood."
The Eye of the Storm Strays
24. The Eye of the Storm Strays
March 20, 2007
When Kyohei runs away, Sunako and the rest of the boys are willing to do whatever it takes to bring their friend back home again.
The Eye of the Storm Comes Home
23. The Eye of the Storm Comes Home
March 13, 2007
If he wants to get Sunako back, Kyohei has only one option: he must return home - and risk a confrontation with his mother!
A Prince in Sheep's Clothing
22. A Prince in Sheep's Clothing
March 6, 2007
A gang of crazed shopkeepers hatches a plot to kidnap one of the boys, but somehow they end up grabbing Sunako as well!
The Sepia Memories
21. The Sepia Memories
February 27, 2007
When Sunako's father shows up for a surprise visit, he's shocked to discover that his little girl is living with real, live boys!
Love's Trial
20. Love's Trial
February 20, 2007
Sunako's prized possession - her anatomically correct doll - has been stolen! What manner of villain could be responsible for such a dastardly scheme?
Battletastic Valentine
19. Battletastic Valentine
February 13, 2007
Valentine's Day spirals out of control when dreamy guys, boy-crazy girls, and Sunako's uncontrollable love for chocolate all come together at once!
Dream: Mutual Love
18. Dream: Mutual Love
February 6, 2007
The boys finally succeed at convincing Sunako to wear a dress, but like most of her "girly" endeavors, things go horribly wrong!
Girls Bravo!
17. Girls Bravo!
January 30, 2007
Sunako is forced to endure a "relaxing" day at the spa filled with fun, friends, facials - and fiances?!
Dream Comes True
16. Dream Comes True
January 23, 2007
All the boys are participating in the school's annual sports festival, but this year, Sunako may take top prize in the category of "most competitive!"
Pirates of the Tres Bien
15. Pirates of the Tres Bien
January 16, 2007
Sunako and the boys are invited to an island paradise where pirates once buried their treasure. The guys have a hunger for gold, but Sunako hopes to uncover a skeleton!
Sleeping Well-Bred Beauty
14. Sleeping Well-Bred Beauty
January 9, 2007
When one of the boys receives word that his father has arranged for him to be married, the rest of the gang scrambles to find a loophole in his looming nuptials!
Oui, Monsieur!
13. Oui, Monsieur!
December 26, 2006
Strange - and steamy - situations ensue after Sunako eats a bowl of mysterious mushrooms with outrageous side-effects.
Oh, My Sweet Home!
12. Oh, My Sweet Home!
December 19, 2006
It's the holiday season, so Sunako and the boys take time out to decorate the mansion and share stories from their past!
I'm up to My Kisser in Study Materials
11. I'm up to My Kisser in Study Materials
December 12, 2006
News of Sunako's big kiss is all over school, and the boys are freaked out by Auntie's demands for high marks on her niece's next math test.
Rising Steam, Splattered Blood and the Rain of Love at the Hot Spring, Part 2
10. Rising Steam, Splattered Blood and the Rain of Love at the Hot Spring, Part 2
December 5, 2006
Sunako's ready to pack up and head home, but when the manager of the hot springs is attacked, she can't resist the chance to snoop around a crime scene!
Rising Steam, Splattered Blood and the Rain of Love at the Hot Spring, Part 1
9. Rising Steam, Splattered Blood and the Rain of Love at the Hot Spring, Part 1
November 28, 2006
There's no better place to make a love connection than the hot springs, where Sunakao challenges one of the boys to a heated game of ping-pong!
Winter Wonder Land
8. Winter Wonder Land
November 21, 2006
Sunako's tired of cooking and cleaning for her four ravenous roommates, so the boys decide to get jobs at a restaurant to ease her workload.
I Am Number One!
7. I Am Number One!
November 14, 2006
The leader of a gang of fighters falls hard for Sunako, but she's more interested in dusting off her anatomy figures than flirting with the brawling beau.
Dreamy Halloween
6. Dreamy Halloween
November 7, 2006
Creepy dreams are all Sunako has to keep her company when she's bedridden with a killer cold. After finally emerging from her room, the poor girl is devastated to discover she slept through Halloween!
The Beautiful One's Banquet
5. The Beautiful One's Banquet
October 31, 2006
A snapshot of Sunako catches the eye of a famous photographer, who quickly decides she should be his next model. The boys are thrilled, but their pupil's more interested in phantoms than flashbulbs.
Sunako, You're Up!
4. Sunako, You're Up!
October 24, 2006
Scares take center stage as Sunako and the boys work together to create a thrilling and chilling haunted house for the school festival.
Oh, My Sweet Dark Youth
3. Oh, My Sweet Dark Youth
October 17, 2005
Sunako gets a crash course in etiquette when Auntie announces plans to unveil her new-and-improved niece at a lavish party.
Pull Down the Iron Curtain!
2. Pull Down the Iron Curtain!
October 10, 2006
The boys do their best to touch-up Sunako's bangs, but the results are less than spectacular. Later, her unannounced appearance in the bathroom turns into an eye-opening experience.
A Ray of Light in the Darkness
1. A Ray of Light in the Darkness
October 3, 2006
Four young guys strike a fabulous bargain with their wealthy landlady. If they can turn her wallflower niece into a dazzling beauty, they get to live in a mansion for free! If not, their rent will be tripled!
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    October 3, 2006
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    7.4  (1,208)
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