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Hajime no Ippo: The Fighting!

EN: Hajime no Ippo: The Fighting! JP: はじめの一歩 THE FIGHTING! AR: هاجيمي نو إيبو (Hajime no Ippo)
Release Year 2000
Type TV Series
Status Completed
Studio Madhouse
Episodes 76
Season Autumn 2000 (Season 1)
Age Guidance PG - Teens 13 or older
Last Verified 2026-11-12
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Series Synopsis & Editorial Overview

Animated by Madhouse across 76 episodes in its original run, Hajime no Ippo: The Fighting! showcases grounded boxing fundamentals, intense rivalries, and inspiring perseverance from George Morikawa’s long-running manga.

Guided by Coach Kamogawa and veteran Mamoru Takamura, timid teenager Ippo builds his signature Dempsey Roll step by step.

Season 1 • Episode 1

Episode 1: The First Step

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Episode Summary: Bullied high schooler Ippo Makunouchi experiences the thrill of boxing inside Kamogawa Gym. (Original Air Date: 2000-10-04)

Episode Library & Availability Status

Ep 1
Episode 1: The First Step

Bullied high schooler Ippo Makunouchi experiences the thrill of boxing inside Kamogawa Gym.

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