One Pound Gospel

One Pound Gospel (2008)

EndedScripted showComedy, Romance

Kosaku Hatanaka is a skilled boxer who turned pro at the age of 19, but he finds himself facing a string of defeats due to his inability to control his appetite, which always puts him in a heavier weight class. One day, due to excessive work out he collapses where he is found by Sister Angela, a naive fledgling nun and he immediately finds himself interested in her.

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Scheduleevery Saturday at 21:00 (54 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E09Plan for Path towards Marriage!? Setting off with Love and Roasted Sweet PotatoMar 8, 2008
S01E08Goodbye Sister!! The Gutless Glutton's Tearful PunchMar 1, 2008
S01E07Huge debt with an evil host. A match with money and love on the lineFeb 23, 2008
S01E06Be Strong! Bullied Kid and Woman BoxerFeb 16, 2008
S01E05When in pain, think of the future not the pastFeb 9, 2008
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'One Pound Gospel' premiere?

'One Pound Gospel' premiered on June 28, 2008.

Who directed 'One Pound Gospel'?

'One Pound Gospel' was directed by Makoto Kamei.

What channel aired 'One Pound Gospel'?

'One Pound Gospel' aired on NTV.

Who wrote the original manga that 'One Pound Gospel' is based on?

The original manga that 'One Pound Gospel' is based on was written by Rumiko Takahashi.

Who played the lead role of Kosaku Hatanaka in 'One Pound Gospel'?

Kazuya Kamenashi played the lead role of Kosaku Hatanaka in 'One Pound Gospel'.

What is the premise of 'One Pound Gospel'?

'One Pound Gospel' follows the story of a boxer, Kosaku Hatanaka, who finds his weight fluctuating due to his love for food.

Who played the role of Sister Angela in 'One Pound Gospel'?

Meisa Kuroki played the role of Sister Angela in 'One Pound Gospel'.

What is the genre of 'One Pound Gospel'?

'One Pound Gospel' is a romantic comedy anime series.

How many episodes does 'One Pound Gospel' have?

'One Pound Gospel' has a total of 9 episodes .

Who composed the music for 'One Pound Gospel'?

Yugo Kanno composed the music for 'One Pound Gospel'.

What was the inspiration behind 'One Pound Gospel'?

The inspiration behind 'One Pound Gospel' was Rumiko Takahashi's own love for food.

Who played the role of Mukaida in 'One Pound Gospel'?

Yu Yokoyama played the role of Mukaida in 'One Pound Gospel'.

When was the last episode of 'One Pound Gospel' aired?

The last episode of 'One Pound Gospel' was aired on August 23, 2008.

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Also known as

  • 1ポンドの福音 (Japan)
  • 1 Pound no Fukuin (Japan)

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