Slam Dunk

Slam Dunk (1993-1996)

EndedAnimation showDrama, Comedy, Action, Anime

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.

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E101SLAM DUNK!mars 23, 1996
S01E100The one who brought forth a miracle - Sakuragi!mars 9, 1996
S01E99Facing the strongest team, Shohoku in danger!mars 2, 1996
S01E98Shohoku vs. Shoyo/Ryonanfévr. 24, 1996
S01E97Mixed Feelings, Uozumi returnsfévr. 17, 1996
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Slam Dunk premiere?

Slam Dunk premiered on October 16, 1993.

Who is the protagonist of Slam Dunk?

The protagonist of Slam Dunk is Hanamichi Sakuragi.

What is Hanamichi Sakuragi's main sport at the beginning of the show?

Hanamichi Sakuragi's main sport at the beginning of the show is basketball.

What is Hanamichi Sakuragi's initial reason for joining the basketball team?

Hanamichi Sakuragi initially joins the basketball team to impress a girl named Haruko Akagi.

Who is the captain of the Shohoku High School basketball team in Slam Dunk?

The captain of the Shohoku High School basketball team in Slam Dunk is Takenori Akagi.

Who is the coach of the Shohoku High School basketball team in Slam Dunk?

The coach of the Shohoku High School basketball team in Slam Dunk is Mitsuyoshi Anzai.

What is the name of the high school that the Shohoku basketball team attends in Slam Dunk?

The Shohoku basketball team attends Shohoku High School in Slam Dunk.

Who is the ace player of the Shohoku basketball team in Slam Dunk?

The ace player of the Shohoku basketball team in Slam Dunk is Kaede Rukawa.

Who is the main rival of the Shohoku basketball team in Slam Dunk?

The main rival of the Shohoku basketball team in Slam Dunk is the Kainan High School basketball team.

What is the name of the tournament that the Shohoku basketball team competes in during the second half of the show in Slam Dunk?

The name of the tournament that the Shohoku basketball team competes in during the second half of the show in Slam Dunk is the Interhigh Tournament.

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Also known as

  • スラムダンク (Japan)
  • Слем-Данк (Ukraine)

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