TV-Series
Description
"Meiken Jolie" is an anime series centered around a young girl named Yui, who discovers a mysterious, sentient dog named Jolie. Jolie is no ordinary dog; she possesses the ability to speak and exhibits extraordinary intelligence, often assisting Yui in solving problems and navigating challenges. The narrative unfolds in a small, picturesque town where Yui lives with her family, and the bond between Yui and Jolie becomes the emotional core of the story.

The plot revolves around the duo’s adventures as they encounter various mysteries and dilemmas within their community. Jolie’s unique abilities and wisdom often play a pivotal role in resolving these situations, whether it involves helping a neighbor, uncovering a local legend, or mediating conflicts among townsfolk. The series balances episodic storytelling with an overarching narrative that gradually reveals more about Jolie’s origins and the reasons behind her extraordinary nature.

Yui is portrayed as a kind-hearted and curious protagonist, whose interactions with Jolie highlight themes of friendship, loyalty, and personal growth. Jolie, on the other hand, serves as both a mentor and companion, offering guidance while also learning from Yui’s youthful perspective. Supporting characters, including Yui’s family and friends, contribute to the series’ warmth and depth, each playing a role in the unfolding events.

The tone of "Meiken Jolie" is lighthearted and wholesome, with moments of humor and heartfelt emotion. The series emphasizes the importance of empathy, cooperation, and understanding, often resolving conflicts through compassion and teamwork. While the mysteries and challenges faced by Yui and Jolie are engaging, the focus remains on their evolving relationship and the positive impact they have on those around them. The narrative structure allows for both standalone episodes and a gradual progression of the central storyline, making it accessible to a wide audience.
Information
Belle and Sebastian
名犬ジョリィ
Belle und Sebastian
Jolie the Great Dog
Type: TV-Series
Anime Episodes: 64
Movie/Episode length: 30 min.
Date: 04/07/1981 – 06/22/1982
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Episodes
Staffel 1
1Belle Meets Sebastian
2The Hunt for Belle
3A Night in the Mountains
4The Journey Begins
5Escaping Smugglers
6A Visit to Jail
7Meeting Sara
8A Promise to Sara
9Farewell to Sara
10The Case of the Missing Sheep
11Puppy Love
12Operation Substitute
13The Runaway Car
14An Act of Bravery
15Billy, the Kid Bank Robber
16The Old Man by the Sea
17Phantoms On a Ship
18Smuggled On Board
19The Secret of the Castle Ghost
20The Ghost's Revenge
21Kidnapped
22Chased by Desperados
23Mistaken Identities
24Doublecrossed
25Meeting at the Mountain
26Isabel's Scarf
27The Three Sisters
28Building a New Home
29Belle and Sebastian are Seperated
30It's A Boy
31Reunited At Last
32When Johnny Comes Marching Home
33Sebastian Loses His Best Friend
34Come Back to Me
35One Mistake After Another
36Poisoned
37The Big Sleep
38Mom Didn't Forget Me
39Don't Drink the Water
40Belle is Captured
41Help, Save Belle
42Make New Friends and Keep the Old
43On a Train Bound for Battle
44Traveling on the Underground Railroad
45The Kind Heart of Inspector Garcia
46Climbing a Wall of Stone
47A Storm Brews
48A Snowy Reunion
49The Devil's Corridor
50Belle Risks Her Life
51Mom Makes Up Her Mind
52A Happy Ending
Cast
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Staff
  • Director
    Keiji Hayakawa
  • Storyboard
    Fumio Kurokawa
    Fumio Ikeno
    Keiji Hayakawa
    Mitsuo Kusakabe
    Yasuo Kageyama
    Motosuke Takahashi
    Saki Noda
    Masaharu Endō
    Akira Yahiro
    Nobuo Ōnuki
  • Music
    Akihiro Komori
    Shinichi Tanabe
  • Character Design
    Shūichi Seki
  • Animation Director
    Yoshiyuki Momose
    Michiyo Sakurai
    Nobuyuki Kitajima
    Kazuo Iimura
    Yoshishige Kosako
    Tooru Tanaka
    Shinichi Tsuji
    Motosuke Takahashi
    Norio Hirayama
    Takashi Saijō
    Yūichi Endō
  • Producer
    Yoshio Kato
    Nobuaki Hosoda
  • Script
    Toshiyuki Kashiwakura
    Mitsuru Majima
  • Episode Director
    Fumio Ikeno
    Kazuyoshi Yokota
    Keiji Hayakawa
    Mitsuo Kusakabe
    Shinichi Tsuji
    Kazunori Tanahashi
    Yasuo Kageyama
    Nobuo Ōnuki
  • Original creator
  • Art Director
    Katsumi Handō
  • Director of Photography
    Katsuji Misawa
    Hitoshi Kaneko
    Akio Bandō
Production
  • Production
    TOHO
    MK Company