Slam Dunk Banner
FINISHED

Slam Dunk

101 Episodes
23 min each
FALL 1993

Synopsis

Hanamichi Sakuragi, an entering Shohoku high school freshman holds a record for being rejected by 50 girls during middle school. His nearly 2 meters height and bright red hair causes most students to write him off as a delinquent. One day, a girl named Haruko Akagi approaches Hanamichi without any fear. When she asks Hanamichi: "do you like basketball?" Hanamichi falls head over heels for the girl of his dreams. Without missing a beat, Hanamichi tells her he loves basketball, and the two head to the gymnasium where Hanamichi learns about the slam dunk. He also learns of Rukawa, one of the country’s top basketball prospects, also a freshman at Shohoku.

Comedy Drama Slice of Life Sports
Format
Unknown
Episodes
101
Per Episode
23 min
Source
Unknown

Episodes

101 / 101 Episodes
1
Episode 1

Birth of a Basketball Genius!?

After being dumped by Yoko, a girl he really liked in Junior High, Sakuragi Hanamichi was devastated. On the first day of school, he was approached by a girl who asked him whether he likes basketball or not. He immediately said he loves it although he has no idea how to play the sport. His world is filled with hope again.
2
Episode 2

Go to Hell, Basketball! Hanamichi vs. Rukawa

After Rukawa beats up those thugs, Hanamichi is shocked and asks him for his name. When he discovers that he is the one that Haruko has a crush on, he becaomes angry. Then, Haruko comes and helps Rukawa with his wounds, but he dismisses her and this makes Hanamichi very angry. Haruko mistakes Hanamichi for injuring Rukawa and she says that she hates Hanamichi. Hanamichi's world comes tumbling down again.
3
Episode 3

Gorilla vs. Hanamichi - The Ultimate Match

When Hanamichi calls basketball a 'dumb game', the captain of the basketball team challenges him because Hanamichi had made fun of his favorite game of all!
4
Episode 4

Basketball Athlete Hanamichi Makes the Team

Sakuragi mananges to dunk over/through Akagi. Akagi is intrigued by Sakuragi's raw power, but doesn't think he's got the drive to make it on the team. Still, he ponders what the team would be like if he was to join.
5
Episode 5

A Spiritless Afternoon

Sakuragi Hanamichi has been training in the basics for two weeks under Ayako and he wants to play with the other. Akagi refused to let him play. Out of frustration, he quits the team. But after seeing Haruko's face, he changes his mind again.
6
Episode 6

Rukawa vs. Akagi - Battle Between the Real Deals

Akagi decides to test Rukawa's skills against his own to see if Rukawa really has the talent everyone says he does.
7
Episode 7

Hanamichi's Debut - A Burst of Dunks

After successfully persuading Anzai to let him join the game, Sakuragi shows how much he has improved in basic skills such as dribbling. But in the game, he refuses to pass the ball to Rukawa out of jealousy.
8
Episode 8

Hanamichi in a Bind! The Judo Man's Trap!

Impressed by Sakuragi's raw power and general brute force, the captain of the judo club tries to recruit him away from the Basketball team.
9
Episode 9

I'm Sticking with Basketball!

Sakuragi declines Aota's offer of joining the Judo club. Kogure and Ayako were overjoyed at Sakuragi's refusal and Akagi was very much impressed by Sakuragi's words.
10
Episode 10

The Simple Shot is Tricky

After getting the permission to allow Sakuragi to learn the basics of shooting, Akagi asked Rukawa to demonstrate how to do lay-up shot. But Sakuragi got into a fight with Rukawa instead.
11
Episode 11

Secret Special Training for Love

Having mastered dribbling and passing, Sakuragi moves on to shooting, which is a lot harder than he had anticipated. Frustrated by his lack of skil, Sakuragi gets some extra help from an unlikely
12
Episode 12

Beat Ryonan! Training the Night Before the Game! TV-14

The night before their game with Ryounan, Akagi decides to try and teach Sakuragi basic defense, starting with rebounding. Learning quickly, Sakuragi impresses Akagi. After the practice session, Sakuragi encounters a scout from Ryounan, and fills him in on who the REAL star is.....
13
Episode 13

Shohoku vs. Ryonan! The Fiery Captains!

Sakuragi is eager to play too, thinking of what Akagi has told him the previuos night. At Ryonan High, Anzai is greeted by Ryonan coach, Moichi Taoka. In the locker room, Anzai finally announces the starting five players who are Akagi, Yasuda, Shiozaki, Kogure and Rukawa.
14
Episode 14

Ultimate High School Level! Ryonan's Aggressive Attack!!

Sakuragi keeps begging Anzai to let him join the game. At 14 mins, Ryonan has a 0-15 lead, with everyone cheering for Sendoh. Sendoh and Uozumi, both play briliantly. The first half ends with a score of 42-50.
15
Episode 15

Hanamichi's Nerve-wracking Big Moment

Finally, Sakuragi got a chance to play when Akagi was hurt while playing. Now, there is only about 9 minutes left on the clock.
16
Episode 16

Who the Hell is he? Taoka's Big Mistake!

With just 8 minutes left in the second half, Ryonan is still leading. Taoka tells the Ryonan to continue to attack. Sakuragi plays whole-heartily and this impressed Sendoh.
17
Episode 17

Rebound King hanamichi Sakuragi's Distress!

Ryonan is leading with 3 points ahead of Shohoku, Taoka said that the game will depends on how Sakuragi plays. Meanwhile, Sakuragi begins to realize how important rebounds are.
18
Episode 18

Two Minutes Left! I'll Take Sendo Down

Sendoh is amazed at how good Shohoku has become, thus begins to take the game seriously. Anzai then, calls both Rukawa and Sakuragi to approach, to tell them of his plan.
19
Episode 19

Time's Up! Final Showdown with Ryonan

Although Shohoku has lost the game, Sakuragi played very well for his first game. Sakuragi and Rukawa vowed that in their next game with Ryonan, they will beat Sendoh.
20
Episode 20

Basketball Shoes

The next day, Haruko has to accompany Sakuragi to the sports shop to buy a new pair of shoes because his old shoes are in a bad shape after the practice game with Ryonan.
21
Episode 21

Super Problem Children! Hanamichi vs. Miyagi

Ryota Miyagi returns to basketball after beening injured in a fight. Ayako heard rumors that Miyagi was back in school, so she decided to investigate. She brings along Sakuragi and see that Miyagi is into another fight realizing that Ayako and Sakuragi are together sparking jealously into his eyes which causes a problem. Will Miyagi and Sakuragi be able to coexist...
22
Episode 22

The Birth of the Ultimate Idiot Combination

It seemed like a disaster for two trouble makers in Miyagi and Sakuragi to collide with each other, but it seems things hae turned out much better than expected.
23
Episode 23

The Last Day for the Shohoku Basketball Team

A former member of the Shohoku team returns with a major axe to grind, which spells doom for the team.
24
Episode 24

Heroes of Justice - The Arrival of Sakuragi's Gang!

After Ayako was slapped by one of the invading students, Miyagi joined in the fight, as well as Rukawa. However, Tetsuo easily took both of them down. Sakuragi steps up to the plate, outnumbered. Things change when Sakuragi's friends appear in an unlikely fashion.
25
Episode 25

The Man Who Aimed for the National Championship

Mitsui and Tetsuo were defeated, but Mitsui still continued to fight. Though when Akagi enters, the atmosphere becomes dense. Akagi slaps Mitsui around. Kogure then informs everyone that Mitsui use to be an excellent basketball player, and was even on the team. Kogure then proceeds to tell the rise and downfall of Mitsui's basketball career.
26
Episode 26

The Angst of 15 Year Old Hisashi Mitsui

It seems that Mitsui was once a great basketball player himself before High School. Though something happened during practice that changed his life forever.
27
Episode 27

I Want to Play Basketball!

Mitsui`s downfall...
28
Episode 28

The Interscholastic Prelims Begin

Mitsui, who changes his ways, rejoins the basketball team.
29
Episode 29

Hanamichi! Official Game Debut

At the game against Miuradai, the key players--Hanamichi, Rukawa, Ryota, and Mitsu--are left on the bench.
30
Episode 30

The Repentent Gang's Huge Counterattack

As Miuradai leads 22 to 8, Shohoku finally sends its best players out to court.
31
Episode 31

The Secret Weapon of the Formidable Miuradai

Rukawa`s play helps Shohoku tie the game.
32
Episode 32

Genius Hanamichi! Killer Dunk

Naito succeeds in taunting Hanamichi to get into foul trouble.
33
Episode 33

The Foul-Out King!? Hanamichi Sakuragi

Shohoku is victorious in their first match.
34
Episode 34

Gorilla Transmitted- Kill With a Look!

After fouling out two games in a row, Hanamichi`s distress has reached its peak.
35
Episode 35

The Heated Sentiment of Men

On the day of the third game, the team is annoyed that Hanamichi and Mitsui have not yet arrived.
36
Episode 36

A Seeded School - Enter Shoyo

Hanamichi fouls out yet again for the third straight game.
37
Episode 37

Hanamichi - Starting for the First Time!

Shohoku`s next opponent is Shoyo High School. The team`s captain, Fujima, also serves as coach.
38
Episode 38

Rukawa's Counterattack!

Shohoku realizes Shoyo`s strength. The senior Hanagata, whose glasses are his trademark, shoots a fade away jump shot and shows off his skills.
39
Episode 39

Ryota Quick as Lightning

Rukawa`s mentions that "everyone`s movements are stiff," and it causes the team to regain their pace, and the team plays harder.
40
Episode 40

Rebound King - Hanamichi Sakuragi

Shohoku gain on Shoyo with the help of Ryota`s plays. Along with Mitsui`s 3 point shots, the game is tied 11 to 11.
41
Episode 41

The Appearance of Shoyo Star, Fujima

Shohoku escapes a bad situation with the help of Hanamichi dominating in rebounds.
42
Episode 42

The True Power of Shoyo Star, Fujima

Fujima`s play on the court amazes everyone.
43
Episode 43

Mitsui, At His Limit!?

Mitsui, who has been covered by Hasegawa`s tough defense, reaches his limits and he seems to be standing only on pure willpower.
44
Episode 44

Mitsui! Thunderous Three-Pointers

Hasegawa had watched Mitsui play in junior high and practiced hard to exceed Mitsui.
45
Episode 45

Impending Foul-Out!?

Thanks to Mitsui`s willed plays, Shohoku`s deficit goes down to 3 points.
46
Episode 46

Hanamichi, A Fiery Dunk

With two minutes and thirty seconds left in the second half, the score is tied 60 to 60.
47
Episode 47

A Challenge from a Rival

The day after the game against Shoyo, Hanamichi reminisces about his first ever slam dunk.
48
Episode 48

The Man Who Vows to Crush Kainan

Hanamichi`s 50th rejection was by Yoko. Yoko`s man of interest is Hanamichi`s rival, Oda in Takezono High.
49
Episode 49

Takezono

A game where everyone expects Kainan Auxiliary High to win, the game against Takezono High begins with Oda in the starting lineup.
50
Episode 50

A Challenge to the Champions

The final four is Shohoku, Kainan, Ryonan, and Takezato.
51
Episode 51

Miscalculation!?

Preparing for the Nationals, Kainan Auxiliary High and Shohoku High start their first game of the district finals.
52
Episode 52

The Secret Weapon

In the last 10 minutes of the first half, Kainan leads 24 to 20, and inserts a third year, Miyamasu.
53
Episode 53

Gorilla's Injury! A Desperate Situation!?

Shohoku is down by 15 in the first half.
54
Episode 54

The Younger Brother of King Kong

Hanamichi is ready to fill the void as Akagi leaves the game with a foot injury.
55
Episode 55

The Man Who Controls the Game

With one minute and thirty seconds left in the first half, Kainan leads 45 to 40.
56
Episode 56

Superstar Maki at Full Throttle

With Rukawa`s performance, Shohoku ties the game.
57
Episode 57

Anzai's Gamble to Win!

With 10 minutes left in the second half, Shohoku was down 73 to 63 as Coach Anzai calls a timeout.
58
Episode 58

Die-Hard Dudes!

Down by four in the last four minutes and thirty seconds, Shohoku resorts to an all-out effort.
59
Episode 59

The Last 10 Seconds! The Final Score

In the final 46 seconds, Kainan leads 90 to 86.
60
Episode 60

Shohoku on the Edge

The night after the shocking loss, Akagi and the team recoveres. Ayako writes "On the Edge," and the team instill it in their mind that they can`t lose anymore.
61
Episode 61

The Revenge of the Baldhead!

To make a clean start, Hanamichi shaves his head but is unhappy with the spectators he attracts.
62
Episode 62

3 Days of Special Training

After losing the Kainan game, only two games remain: Takezato and Ryonan.
63
Episode 63

Battle for the Summit! Kainan vs. Ryonan

The Ryonan and Kainan game starts. In this game, Ryonan inserts Kicchou Fukuda, who was not at the practice game against Shohoku.
64
Episode 64

Full Throttle! Kainan the Champions

With Sendo`s performance, Ryonan leads 29 to 39 into the second half.
65
Episode 65

The Biggest Showdown! Sendo vs. Maki

Uozumi objects to the referee`s call and picks up a technical.
66
Episode 66

Sendo - A Split Second Gamble!

Akagi and the team learn that Hanamichi`s quick action saved Coach Anzai`s life.
67
Episode 67

Final Battle! Shohoku vs. Ryonan

The day of the Ryonan game finally comes.
68
Episode 68

Savior!? Hanamichi Sakuragi

Ryonan scores first, but Shohoku`s Hanamichi scores right back.
69
Episode 69

Gorilla Abnormal!

The Ryonan game continues with the score tied two to two.
70
Episode 70

Gorilla Dunk II

After the collision, Akagi`s performance is compromised due to his concern for his foot.
71
Episode 71

Gorilla's Comeback Roar!

Being thrown down by Uozumi, Hanamichi doesn`t move.
72
Episode 72

Worst Insult Ever

Eyeing Hanamichi`s weak defense, Ryonan throws the ball to Fukuda who is guarded by Hanamichi.
73
Episode 73

Rukawa, Bet on the Second Half

Second half. Sendo has realized that Rukawa is not playing as aggressive as usual.
74
Episode 74

The Most Dangerous Challenger

Rukawa who was saving his energy in the first half explodes in the second half.
75
Episode 75

Great Play

In the second half, Rukawa continues to play perfectly against Sendo in a back-and-forth game.
76
Episode 76

Victory Premonition

Last ten minutes of the second half. Hanamichi who took out Uozumi shows off his ability.
77
Episode 77

All of You Are Strong

Less than nine minutes left, Shohoku leads 53 to 46.
78
Episode 78

Revival! Fired Up Captain, Jun Uozumi

Ryonan is on the brink of losing. Sendo`s exhaustion has peaked and they are in a desperate situation.
79
Episode 79

Blue Wave! Ryonan's Counterattack

With Uozumi`s intense focus, Shohoku`s one-sided game gradually changes.
80
Episode 80

Shohku's Negative Attributes

Shohoku is wielded by Ryonan`s pressure.
81
Episode 81

Sendo on Fire! Shohoku's Collapse!!

In the last three minutes and 18 seconds, with Sendo reverting back to his old self as "Scoring Machine", Ryonan catches up to make it 58 to 65.
82
Episode 82

Super Amateur, Hanamichi in His Element

In the last two minutes and 18 seconds, Shohoku has a two point lead.
83
Episode 83

Assistant Captain Four Eyes' Tenacity

With Hanamichi`s performance, the momentum changes again.
84
Episode 84

Victory or Defeat

With less than a minute, Kogure`s three-pointer gives Shohoku a four-point lead with the score 68 to 64.
85
Episode 85

A New Challenge

Whole Shohoku High School is making some noise after the basketball team`s achievements of run-ups in the district tournament and entry to the Nationals.
86
Episode 86

Rukawa's Ambition

Hikoichi`s big sister and reporter, Yayoi Aida`s report on Sendo is nixed by the chief editor.
87
Episode 87

Japan's Number One High School Player

Hanamichi who bumps into Maki and Nobunaga of Kainan decides to follow them to Nagoya to check out the "Star of Aichi".
88
Episode 88

A Land of Basketball

Kogure felt malaise from Rukawa, which is due to Rukawa`s wanting to go to America.
89
Episode 89

Unstoppable Intensity! Rukawa

All the schools who are entering the Nationals have been decided.
90
Episode 90

Shohoku's True Star!

The intensity in Rukawa and Mitsui`s one-on-one is increasing.
91
Episode 91

The Nationals at Risk

The Shohoku basketball team encounters an unexpected crisis.
92
Episode 92

Male Friendship!? Sakuragi's Gang

To be able to cheer Hanamichi on at the game, Yohei and his friends get part-time jobs to pay for travel expenses to Hiroshima.
93
Episode 93

A 20,000 Shot Challenge

Finally, the intense training camp has started.
94
Episode 94

Fierce Battle at Shizuoka!

While Hanamichi is practicing his 20,000 jump shots, Akagi and the team have a practice game in Shizuoka.
95
Episode 95

Hanamichi's Hottest Day of His Life

While Hanamichi works hard on his 20,000 jumps jump shot training, Haruko invites him to the festival for a change of pace.
96
Episode 96

Basketball Shoes II

The final day of training camp. Hanamichi finally makes his final jump shot to end his 20,000 jump shot training.
97
Episode 97

The Passionate Heart, Uozumi Once Again!

Hanamichi annoyingly suggests a practice game to show off the results of his special training to Akagi and the rest of the team.
98
Episode 98

Intense Battle Begins!

The Shoyo and Ryonan mixed team consists of Fujima, Hanagata, and Hasegawa from Shoyo along with Uozumi and Ikegami from Ryonan.
99
Episode 99

Shohoku in Trouble!

When Sendo joins the mixed team, they establishes chemistry, making crisp passes, and continuous dramatic combinations.
100
Episode 100

Man of Miracles, Hanamichi Sakuragi!

Shohoku`s scrimmage with the mixed team.
101
Episode 101

Glorious Slam Dunk

The opportunity has finally presented itself for Hanamichi to show off his new move, the "Training Camp Shot".

Characters

Hanamichi Sakuragi
Voice Actors
Takeshi Kusao (japanese)

Hanamichi Sakuragi

Main

Kaede Rukawa
Voice Actors
Hikaru Midorikawa (japanese)

Kaede Rukawa

Main

Ryouta Miyagi
Voice Actors
Yoku Shioya (japanese)

Ryouta Miyagi

Main

Hisashi Mitsui
Voice Actors
Ryoutarou Okiayu (japanese)

Hisashi Mitsui

Main

Takenori Akagi
Voice Actors
Kiyoyuki Yanada (japanese)

Takenori Akagi

Main

Akira Sendou
Voice Actors
Houchuu Ootsuka (japanese)

Akira Sendou

Supporting

Staff

Takehiko Inoue
Takehiko Inoue
Original Creator
Nobutaka Nishizawa
Nobutaka Nishizawa
Assistant Director
Masaki Satou
Masaki Satou
Character Design
Youko Ikeda
Youko Ikeda
Assistant Episode Director
Nobutaka Nishizawa
Nobutaka Nishizawa
Chief Animation Director
Takahiro Kagami
Takahiro Kagami
Animation Director

Comments

Please log in to post comments.

Comments (0)

Start Your Journey

101 episodes • 2323 minutes total

Watch Now

Information

Aired Oct 15, 1993 to Mar 22, 1996
Season FALL 1993
Source Unknown
Format Unknown

Studios

Toei Animation

Related Anime

SIDE_STORY 1764
SIDE_STORY 1861
SIDE_STORY 2498
SIDE_STORY 2499
SIDE_STORY 128207