TV-Series
Description
Ren Mihashi, a former ace pitcher for his middle school baseball team, transfers to Nishiura High School after enduring years of emotional abuse and bullying from his teammates, who blamed him for their losses. Despite his exceptional control and unique pitching style, Mihashi struggles with self-doubt and a lack of confidence, believing himself to be a poor player. At Nishiura, he joins the newly formed baseball team, where his talent is recognized by his teammates, particularly catcher Takaya Abe. Abe, a strategic and analytical player, sees potential in Mihashi’s precise pitching and takes on the role of guiding him to harness his skills effectively.

The series focuses on the development of the Nishiura baseball team as they compete in high school tournaments. Mihashi’s growth as a pitcher is central to the narrative, as he gradually learns to trust his abilities and his teammates. Abe’s rigorous training and tactical approach push Mihashi to improve, while the team’s camaraderie helps him overcome his insecurities. The dynamic between Mihashi and Abe is a key element, with Abe’s demanding nature often clashing with Mihashi’s timid personality, yet their partnership becomes the foundation of the team’s success.

Other team members, such as the energetic and confident Tajima, the hardworking Hanai, and the supportive Sakaeguchi, contribute to the team’s chemistry and progression. Each character brings unique strengths and challenges, creating a balanced portrayal of teamwork and individual growth. The series emphasizes the strategic aspects of baseball, with detailed depictions of game tactics, pitch selection, and player psychology, offering a realistic and engaging perspective on the sport.

As the team advances through the tournament, they face increasingly skilled opponents, each match serving as a test of their abilities and teamwork. The narrative highlights the importance of communication, trust, and perseverance, both on and off the field. Mihashi’s journey from a fragile, self-doubting player to a confident and integral member of the team is a central theme, underscored by the support and encouragement of his teammates. The series balances intense baseball action with moments of humor and character development, creating a well-rounded and compelling story.
Information
Big Windup!
おお振り
Type: TV-Series
Anime episodes: 25
Movie/episode length: 25 min.
Date: 04/12/2007 – 09/27/2007
Categories
Genre
Everyday DramaDramaFighting ShounenComedy
Settings
Any Sport
Tags
Baseball
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Episodes
Staffel 1
1The Real Ace
2A Catcher's Role
3Practice Match
4Play
5Do Not Pull Out Your Hand
6A Pitcher’s Requirements
7I Want to Play Baseball!
8An Amazing Pitcher
9Past
10Bit by Bit
11Summer has Begun
12Supporters
13Summer’s Big Start
14Challenge!
15First Point
16Do Not Underestimate
17Third Line
18Additional Point
19Kiriao’s Abilities
20Reversal
21One More Point
22Defend!
23To Genmitsu
24Conclusion
25One Victory
26Basics of Basics
Comment(s)
Staff
  • Director
    Tsutomu Mizushima
  • Storyboard
    Masashi Ikeda
    Toshiya Shinohara
    Atsushi Matsumoto
    Toshihiko Masuda
    Kenichi Maejima
    Yukio Nishimoto
    Tsutomu Mizushima
    Yasutaka Yamamoto
    Tarou Iwasaki
    Hiroyuki Hata
    Takahiro Ikezoe
    Hitomu Kumoi
    Yoh Shinkai
    Natsuo Souda
  • Original creator
  • Art Director
    Yukihiro Shibutani
  • Animation Director
    Yumi Nakayama
    Yasuyuki Noda
    Akira Takata
    Takahiko Yoshida
    Hiroyo Izumi
    Keiko Ijima
    Aya Kanou
    Misato Ootani
    Junichirō Taniguchi
    Toyami Sugiyama
    Teruhiko Yamazaki
    Tadahito Matsubayashi
    Yuki Hishinuma
    Isao Hayashi
    Minoru Kawano
    Ichiro Sato
    Mizuka Takahashi
    Tomokatsu Nagasaku
    Aya Kana
    Tsutomu Muragami
    Yosuke Miura
    Kakeru Mima
    Mayumi Furuse
    Maki Kōno
    Masato Katō
    Masaru Yonezawa
    Toyomi Sugiyama
  • Cgi Director
    Takayuki Furukawa
  • Producer
    Ryo Oyama
    Tomonori Ochikoshi
    Kozue Kananiwa
    Masayuki Haryu
    Tsuyoshi Tanaka
    Hiroo Maruyama
  • Music
    Shirō Hamaguchi
  • Script
    Michiko Yokote
    Yasunori Ide
    Tsutomu Mizushima
    Hideki Shirane
    Natsuo Souda
    Rui Sawamura
    Yōsuke Kuroda
    Kōichi Taki
    Kazuho Hyōdō
    Shōgo Yasukawa
  • Episode Director
    Shinichiro Kimura
    Hiromichi Matano
    Atsushi Matsumoto
    Yukio Nishimoto
    Katsumi Ono
    Tsutomu Mizushima
    Yasuhiro Geshi
    Akira Tsuchiya
    Yasutaka Yamamoto
    Toshikatsu Tokoro
    Tarou Iwasaki
    Atsushi Hori
    Hiroyuki Hata
    Takahiro Ikezoe
    Natsuo Souda
    Hiroshi Ikehata
    Michita Shiraishi
  • Character Design
    Takahiko Yoshida
  • Chief Animation Director
    Takahiko Yoshida
    Junichirō Taniguchi
  • Sound Director
    Hiromi Kikuta
  • Director of Photography
    Ei Rouhei
  • Series Composition
    Yōsuke Kuroda
Production
  • Production
    MOVIC
    Kodansha
    Mainichi Broadcasting System
    A-1 Pictures
    Aniplex
    Tokyo Broadcasting System
    Ookiku Furikabutte Production Committee
  • Animation Production
    A-1 Pictures
Relations
Music
Opening
Ep. 1-13
“Dramatic (ドラマチック)”
Ep. 14-25
“Seishun Line (青春ライン)”
Ending
Ep. 1-13
“Medaka no Mita Niji (メダカの見た虹)”
Ep. 14-25
“Arigatou (ありがとう)”