Great Teacher Onizuka

Great Teacher Onizuka (1999-2000)

EndedAnimation showDrama, Comedy, Anime

Onizuka is a reformed biker gang leader who has his sights set on an honorable new ambition: to become the world's greatest teacher... for the purpose of meeting sexy high school girls. Okay, so he's mostly reformed.

However, strict administrators and a class of ruthless delinquents stand between Onizuka and his goal and they will use any means, however illegal or low, to drive the new teacher away. Perfect, because Onizuka's methods won't be found in any teaching manual; he cares about the difference between legal and illegal activities about as much as he cares for the age difference between himself and a high school girl.

So get ready for math that doesn't add up, language you'd be slapped for using, and biology that would make a grown man blush... unless of course, you're the Great Teacher Onizuka.

[Written by MAL Rewrite]

Network
Scheduleevery Sunday (25 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E43Onizuka's Final BattleSept. 17, 2000
S01E42Old Wounds RevisitedSept. 10, 2000
S01E41ConfessionsAug. 27, 2000
S01E40Matters of the HeartAug. 20, 2000
S01E39Alone in the DarkAug. 13, 2000
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'Great Teacher Onizuka' premiere?

'Great Teacher Onizuka' premiered on June 30, 1999.

Who played the lead role of Eikichi Onizuka in the show?

Takashi Sorimachi played the lead role of Eikichi Onizuka in the show.

Which genre does 'Great Teacher Onizuka' fall into?

'Great Teacher Onizuka' falls into the genre of comedy-drama.

In which city is the show set?

The show is set in Tokyo, Japan.

Who directed the show?

Tohru Fujisawa directed the show.

Who composed the music for 'Great Teacher Onizuka'?

Yusuke Honma composed the music for 'Great Teacher Onizuka'.

What is the storyline of the show?

The show follows the story of Eikichi Onizuka, a former delinquent who becomes a teacher to reignite his passion for reforming troubled students.

Which network aired the show in Japan?

Fuji Television aired the show in Japan.

How many episodes did the show air?

The show aired 43 episodes.

Was the show critically acclaimed?

Yes, the show was widely acclaimed for its character development and social commentary.

Did the show have any spin-offs or adaptations?

Yes, the show has had multiple spin-offs and adaptations, including a Japanese movie, a Taiwanese adaptation, and a TV drama in South Korea.

What were the ratings of the show during its first season?

The ratings for the show during its first season averaged around 20%, making it one of the highest-rated dramas in Japan at the time.

Was the show based on a manga series?

Yes, 'Great Teacher Onizuka' was based on the manga series of the same name by Tohru Fujisawa.

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Also known as

  • GTO: Great Teacher Onizuka
  • GTO
  • グレート・ティーチャー・オニヅカ (Japan)
  • Gurēto Tīchā Onizuka (Japan)

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