TV-Series
Description
"Two Down Full Base" centers on a high-stakes baseball tournament that serves as the backdrop for intense rivalries, personal growth, and teamwork. The narrative revolves around a struggling high school baseball team, Kakegawa High, which has long been overshadowed by its more successful rivals. The team’s captain, Haruto Soma, is determined to lead his teammates to victory in the national championship, despite their lack of resources and experience. Haruto’s unwavering resolve inspires his teammates, including the talented but hot-headed pitcher, Renji Aoi, and the analytical catcher, Yuto Kanzaki, who often clash over strategies but share a common goal.

The story unfolds as Kakegawa High faces increasingly formidable opponents, each with their own unique strengths and strategies. Key rival teams include Seishin Academy, led by the prodigious pitcher Ryoma Fujimoto, and Hakuryu High, known for their aggressive playstyle and star batter, Shogo Kirishima. The matches are depicted with a focus on tactical gameplay, psychological battles, and the physical demands of the sport, highlighting the players’ dedication and perseverance.

Interwoven with the sports action are the personal struggles of the characters. Haruto grapples with the pressure of living up to his late father’s legacy as a legendary baseball coach, while Renji confronts his insecurities about his pitching abilities. Yuto, on the other hand, struggles to balance his passion for baseball with familial expectations to pursue a more conventional career. The series also explores themes of camaraderie, sacrifice, and the pursuit of excellence, as the characters push their limits both on and off the field.

As the tournament progresses, Kakegawa High’s underdog journey becomes a testament to the power of teamwork and determination. The narrative builds toward a climactic showdown in the finals, where the team must overcome their greatest challenges yet, both as athletes and individuals. Through its blend of sports action and character-driven drama, "Two Down Full Base" delivers a compelling portrayal of the highs and lows of competitive baseball.
Information
Two Down Full Base
二死満塁
Type: TV-Series
Anime Episodes: 1
Movie/Episode length: 85 min.
Date: 05/05/1982
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Staff
  • Script · Seiichi Yashiro
  • Storyboard · Michishiro Yamada
  • Storyboard · Hideo Kawauchi
  • Episode Director · Tsutomu Shibayama
  • Music · Joe Hisaishi
  • Music · Yuusuke Haguchi
  • Original creator · Hiroshi Sunada
  • Art Director · Mariko Kadono
  • Animation Director · Tsutomu Shibayama
  • Sound Director · Atsumi Tashiro
  • Producer · Masamichi Fujiwara
  • Producer · Shigeji Tsuiki
  • Producer · Eiichi Kubota
Production
  • Production · Fuji TV
  • Production · TOHO
  • Animation Production · Group TAC
  • Production · Group TAC