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Hajime no ippo

Original title: Hajime no Ippo
  • TV Series
  • 2000–2002
  • TV-PG
  • 30m
IMDb RATING
8.8/10
15K
YOUR RATING
POPULARITY
1,447
192
Hajime no ippo (2000)
AnimeBoxingHand-Drawn AnimationShōnenActionAnimationComedySport

Ippo, a teenage boy with a pure heart and unrelenting determination, discovers a passion for boxing after veteran fighter Takamura saves him from bullies.Ippo, a teenage boy with a pure heart and unrelenting determination, discovers a passion for boxing after veteran fighter Takamura saves him from bullies.Ippo, a teenage boy with a pure heart and unrelenting determination, discovers a passion for boxing after veteran fighter Takamura saves him from bullies.

  • Stars
    • Rikiya Koyama
    • Kôhei Kiyasu
    • Steve Staley
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • IMDb RATING
    8.8/10
    15K
    YOUR RATING
    POPULARITY
    1,447
    192
    • Stars
      • Rikiya Koyama
      • Kôhei Kiyasu
      • Steve Staley
    • 36User reviews
    • 1Critic review
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • Top rated TV #146
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    Rikiya Koyama
    Rikiya Koyama
    • Mamoru Takamura
    • 2000–2002
    Kôhei Kiyasu
    Kôhei Kiyasu
    • Ippo Makunouchi
    • 2000–2002
    Steve Staley
    Steve Staley
    • Ippo Makunouchi
    • 2000–2002
    Richard Epcar
    Richard Epcar
    • Genji Kamogawa
    • 2000–2002
    Wataru Takagi
    Wataru Takagi
    • Masaru Aoki
    • 2000–2002
    Tomokazu Seki
    Tomokazu Seki
    • Ichirou Miyata…
    • 2000–2002
    Kenji Utsumi
    Kenji Utsumi
    • Genji Kamogawa
    • 2000–2002
    Grant George
    • Referee…
    • 2000–2002
    D.C. Douglas
    D.C. Douglas
    • Genji Kamogawa…
    • 2000–2001
    Ichirô Nagai
    Ichirô Nagai
    • Nekota Ginpachi…
    • 2002
    Toshiyuki Morikawa
    Toshiyuki Morikawa
    • Alexander Volk Zangiev
    • 2001
    Mitsuaki Madono
    • Masahiko Umezawa
    • 2000
    Paul St. Peter
    Paul St. Peter
    • Mr. Yagi…
    • 2000–2002
    Hitomi
    • Child
    • 2001
    Yorie Terauchi
    • Ippo's Mother
    • 2000
    Toshihiko Nakajima
    • Haruhiko Yagi
    • 2000
    Koichi Hasebe
    • Takemura
    • 2000
    Shinichi Namiki
    • Matsuda
    • 2000
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    Reviewers say 'Hajime no Ippo' is acclaimed for its character development, realistic boxing portrayal, and emotional depth. Ippo's transformation from a novice to a determined boxer is particularly celebrated. The series excels in themes of perseverance and discipline, with detailed fight scenes and humorous supporting characters. Its inspirational message motivates viewers, though some find repetitive fight patterns and certain arcs less engaging. The animation, though generally praised, is occasionally criticized for being outdated. Overall, it stands out as a top sports anime.
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    10yanicksimmons

    Yes even now, still the best Sports Anime ever!

    I have watched this series countless of times, i love it, the story build up, the characters the comedy. This anime has motivated me to keep working out.

    I am a kickbokser because i love to use my legs, but Ippo gave me the courage to step in the real ring. It may be a cartoon but the realism is good the dramatization is for the better and gave me goosebumps so that was a good thing.

    To keep it short, If you haven't seen Hajime No Ippo, just start an enjoy, maby you will lose some weight and get fit like all the others also. And if you are a boxer, the tips givin in the series are usefull in real life.

    Note, i am 34 years old and build up the fitness to train 3 to 4 hours a week with the professional kickboksers, If one thing is sure it is that Ippo can give a person so much energy they will pick up sports and go for it, Ippo = getting better by working hard.

    This is no exaggeration, Hajime no Ippo changed my life, and i can't wait to watch this Anime with my kids!!
    10Vilzey

    If you don't like this: your brain damaged !

    At first, i didn't like ANIME at all, i thought it's just for child's, but when i saw 3 first episodes of this "hajime no ippo" i knew this is the right ANIME *serie?* for me. I just simply loved it, how he trained himself + the hilarious humor the funny faces and beating up his opponents, effects were world class and when i for first time saw the famous "dempsey roll", no kidding: my hair was all electronic & stuff, we talked about this on school, with friends & stuff, if you like boxing: you will love this one! it's the best Anime i've ever seen, no kidding, beating up enemies + humor = PERFECT

    10 out of 10 !
    10laberg-48573

    This is one of the best Anime of all time, and possibly my favorite.

    Whether you're a boxing fan or not, the sharp writing, lovable characters, and inspirational nature of this Anime will definitely be able to hold your attention. The OST is composed brilliantly and fits perfectly with a boxing atmosphere. The pacing of the Anime definitely breaks any monotony it may build up as the passage of time leads to the characters having improved so much they almost box entirely differently. The back stories are well written and hard to forget, even the filler which is extremely rare feels like a treat to watch as you wait to uncover the back story of a character you've known for quite awhile.

    Ippo's story of his struggle to overcome the challenges he faces by sheer effort and willpower will inspire you, and the twists and well placed cliffhangers will keep you wanting to watch more by the end of each episode.

    I strongly recommend Hajime no Ippo (Fighting Spirits in the US) to anyone of nearly any age.
    10floss313

    Absolutely Fantastic Anime from Start to Finish! Guys, you REALLY don't wanna miss this!

    Well what can I say? I watch a lot of Japanese anime like Bleach, One Piece, Naruto Shippudden and pretty much everything that involves fighting. Came across this, just recently and couldn't keep my eyes off it. From start to finish, it's just a trip of great training, great fights, great comedy, really great great fun. The characters are just perfect. We have Makunouchi Ippo the main character who is a shy type of lad, but on the ring... The supporting characters are awesome, all of them, Takamura, Miyata, Coach, Aoki, Kimura and all of the opponents fit in very nicely with the main crew. The interaction between Ippo and his opponents is also great! If you are not an anime fan then I assure you after watching this you will be converted. This is really great stuff and mainly for adults. Cartoons are for kids people, but this is way beyond that!!!
    10jimniexperience

    Greatest Sports Anime Period

    Will forever be my favorite anime

    Or as Ali would say: "The Greatest of ALL TIME!!!"

    Must-see for any boxing fan, sports fan, love the art of fighting, the strategies that go behind competitive boxing (or fighting in general) --------

    A humble kid who helps his mom at her shop and gets picked on after-school ; after seeing him in action, the kid idolizes the neighborhood boxing champ and the big guy recruits him to join the gym ... His first real taste of life and glory takes off from there

    100000/100 ,, Inspirational Masterpiece

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      Ippo was styled on Mike Tyson in his early years. The original comic was started in 1989 when Tyson was still on top of the world heavyweight divisions.
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    • Release date
      • October 3, 2000 (France)
    • Country of origin
      • Japan
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Fighting Spirit
    • Production company
      • Madhouse
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