The heartfelt family drama Listen to Me, Girls. I Am Your Father! (Papa no Iukoto wo Kikinasai!) is now available to stream in its entirety on both Crunchyroll and HIDIVE. The series, which originally aired in 2012, follows Yuuta Segawa, a college freshman who abruptly becomes the guardian of his three nieces after his sister and brother-in-law go missing in a tragic plane accident.
Animated by studio feel., known for their work on titles like My Teen Romantic Comedy SNAFU and Dagashi Kashi, the show balances the frantic energy of sudden parenthood with genuine emotional weight. The narrative centers on Yuuta’s attempt to keep the three sisters—Hina, Sora, and Miu—together, navigating the complexities of household management and the social pressures of university life while raising children.
While the premise leans into the tropes of the childcare genre, the series is distinguished by its focus on the non-traditional family unit. It explores the sacrifices required to maintain a home, moving beyond simple comedy to address the grief and adjustment period that follows such a sudden life shift. The 12-episode run provides a complete narrative arc, making it a concise watch for those interested in character-driven domestic dramas.
For viewers who enjoy the series, the franchise includes the Pokkapoka sequel, which continues the story of the Segawa household. The original light novel series by Tomohiro Matsu served as the foundation for both this anime adaptation and multiple manga iterations, cementing its place as a staple of the early 2010s slice-of-life catalog.
With both English dub and subtitles now accessible on Crunchyroll and HIDIVE, the series is fully available for those looking to revisit the story or experience it for the first time. It remains a notable entry in the genre for its commitment to the highs and lows of unconventional, makeshift parenthood.
