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"Rocky Rackat!" centers on the life of Rocky Rackat, a young and ambitious boxer striving to make a name for himself in the competitive world of professional boxing. The series begins with Rocky, a scrappy underdog from a small town, who dreams of becoming a world champion despite his lack of resources and formal training. His journey is marked by relentless determination, as he faces numerous challenges both inside and outside the ring.

The narrative unfolds through Rocky’s participation in various boxing tournaments, where he encounters a diverse array of opponents, each with their own unique fighting styles and personal motivations. These matches serve as pivotal moments in the story, showcasing Rocky’s growth as a fighter and his ability to adapt and overcome adversity. Key rivals include a seasoned veteran boxer who becomes both a mentor and a formidable adversary, and a prodigious young talent whose natural skill pushes Rocky to his limits.

Outside the ring, the series explores Rocky’s relationships with his support system, including his loyal coach, who provides both technical guidance and emotional encouragement, and his childhood friend, who offers unwavering moral support. These relationships add depth to the story, highlighting the importance of camaraderie and perseverance in Rocky’s journey.

As the series progresses, Rocky’s victories and defeats shape his character, revealing his resilience and unwavering commitment to his dream. The narrative balances intense boxing action with moments of introspection, delving into themes of ambition, sacrifice, and the pursuit of greatness. By the end of the series, Rocky’s journey culminates in a climactic championship match, where he must confront his toughest opponent yet and prove his worth as a true contender in the world of boxing.
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Pokonyan!
ポコニャン!
Rocky Rackat!
Type: TV-Series
Anime Episodes: 170
Movie/Episode length: 10 min.
Date: 04/05/1993 – 03/29/1996
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Staff
  • Series Composition
  • Storyboard
    Shinji Takagi
    Yoshiaki Iwasaki
    Akitarō Daichi
    Mamoru Kanbe
    Fumio Ikeno
    Kiyotaka Isako
    Kiyoko Sayama
    Kenjirō Yoshida
    Yutaka Kagawa
    Kiyoshi Fukumoto
    Yukihiro Makino
    Katsumi Endō
    Seiichi Nodate
    Iku Ishiguro
    Takeshi Ushigusa
    Seitarō Hara
    Yūji Asada
    Kenichirō Watanabe
    Akinori Ōrai
    Shigeru Ōmachi
  • Music
    Masae Sagara
    Keita Miyahara
  • Character Design
    Toyoko Hashimoto
  • Animation Director
    Akinobu Takahashi
    Mitsuru Suzuki
    Masaaki Iwane
    Nobuhiro Okasako
    Nobuyoshi Hoshikawa
    Toshiharu Sato
    Rie Nishiyama
    Ryōko Hata
    Shizuo Kawai
    Katsumi Hashimoto
    Seiichi Nodate
    Osamu Ishikawa
    Kimiko Tamai
    Katsutoshi Kobayashi
    Mitsuo Shindō
    Ichirō Hattori
    Shō Kojima
  • Director of Photography
    Hisao Shirai
Production
  • Production
    Shogakukan
    NHK
    Animation 21
  • Animation Production
    Animation 21
Music
Ending
Ep. 1-5, 13-23
“Oyaji to Hanasu”
Ep. 6-8, 24-28, 34-38, 76, 83, 91, 95, 99, 103, 108, 115, 124, 128, 131, 138, 143, 1
“Shiawase no Present" (幸福のプレゼント)”
Ep. 9-12, 29-33, 77, 80, 102, 106, 114, 125, 137, 149, 150, 157, 160, 164, 166
“Kekkon Shiyō yo" (けっこんしようよ)”
Ep. 39-46, 60, 67, 78, 82, 85-87, 89, 93, 94, 97, 98, 100, 105, 110, 116, 119-122, 1
“Yuagari Hustle" (湯あがりハッスル)”
Ep. 47-59, 61-66, 68-75, 79, 81, 84, 88, 90, 92, 96, 101, 104, 107, 109, 111-113, 1
“Pokonyara Ondo" (ポコニャラ音頭)”