Slam Dunk
Hanamichi Sakuragi, a delinquent high schooler with no prior interest in sports, joins the Shohoku basketball team to impress a girl. Initially clumsy and arrogant, he gradually discovers passion for the game and grows into a skilled player under the guidance of Coach Anzai and alongside teammates like Rukawa and Akagi. The series follows Shohoku's rise through intense matches, personal rivalries, and emotional setbacks. Combining humor, realism, and heart-pounding sports action, Slam Dunk captures the spirit of teamwork, perseverance, and self-discovery.
- 1993-1996
- 1 season
- Netflix
- Animation, Comedy, Drama, Sports
- TV-PG
Hanamichi Sakuragi, a delinquent high schooler with no prior interest in sports, joins the Shohoku basketball team to impress a girl. Initially clumsy and arrogant, he gradually discovers passion for the game and grows into a skilled player under the guidance of Coach Anzai and alongside teammates like Rukawa and Akagi. The series follows Shohoku's rise through intense matches, personal rivalries, and emotional setbacks. Combining humor, realism, and heart-pounding sports action, Slam Dunk captures the spirit of teamwork, perseverance, and self-discovery.
Season 1 Episode Guide
101 Episodes 1993 - 1996
Episode 1
The Gifted Basketball Player Is Born!?
Sat, Oct 23, 1993 23 mins
Hanamichi Sakuragi, a high school gangster who know nothing about basketball start to get interested about it after a girl name Haruko, who make him fall in love adore that sport very much.
Episode 2
Hanamichi vs. Rukawa
22 mins
Hanamichi meets Kaede at the rooftop, due of misunderstanding Haruko hates him. What will he do to fix the relationship. Then, he got a fight with Akagi, Shohouku basketball captain.
Episode 3
Gorilla vs. Hanamichi! Big Showdown!!
22 mins
Hanamichi basketball's fight with Gorilla still continue, with Haruko now is no his side. How he manage to win over a long time player of basketball, Akagi?
Episode 4
Basketball Player Hanamichi Joins the Team
22 mins
Hanamichi decides to join the basketball club, which Akagi is against. Sakuragi tries to find a way to get on Akagi's good side for Haruko's sake.
Episode 5
A Fruitless Afternoon
22 mins
Hanamichi goes back to hanging with Yohei and his gang.
Episode 6
Rukawa vs. Akagi: The Real Showdown
22 mins
Coach Anzai comes into the scene.
Episode 7
Hanamichi Debut! Dunk Explosion
22 mins
The pick-up game match between the freshmen and upperclassmen continues to heat up.
Episode 8
Hanamichi's Crisis! The Judo-man's Trap
22 mins
Akagi learns from the captain of the Judo club, Aota, that the Judo club is plotting to recruit Hanamichi.
Episode 9
I'm Going to Play Basketball
22 mins
Hanamichi meets with Aota and is enticed into joining the judo club after being offered a photograph of Haruko.
Episode 10
The Commoner's Shoot Is Difficult
23 mins
Now that Hanamichi is serious about basketball, Akagi wants him to practice shooting layups, but all Hanamichi wants to do is dunk.
Episode 11
Our Love's Special Secret Training
23 mins
Hanamichi listens to Haruko lecture him in a morning practice session. Taking hints from Rukawa's form and Akagi's words, he finally makes a layup.
Episode 12
Defeat Ryonan! The Fierce Training the Night Before the Match
23 mins
As Hanamichi practices alone in the gym, a Ryonan player drops in to scout Shohoku. He's so taken by Hanamichi that he leaks info on his own team.
Episode 13
Shohoku vs Ryonan. Burning Captain!
22 mins
Shohoku High's basketball team walks onto the court full of spirit.
Episode 14
Super Basketball Match with Ryonan
22 mins
The match begins and Shouhoku quickly lets the other opponent score.
Episode 15
Hanamichi Nervously Steps Into the Spotlight
23 mins
Ryonan leads at halftime, but also realize they may have underestimated Shohoku. Sendoh notices the latent talent of Hanamichi, who enters the game.
Episode 16
Who Is This Guy? Taoka's Miscalculation
23 mins
With Akagi hurt, Hanamichi comes in with nine minutes to go. His unorthodox game on both ends completely throws Ryonan's coach for a loop.
Episode 17
The Rebound King Sakuragi Hanamichi's Distress
23 mins
Rukawa cuts Ryonan's lead to three. Ryonan's coach, anxious over Rukawa and Hanamichi, orders Uozumi to shut down Hanamichi, whose rebounding suffers.
Episode 18
Last 2 Minutes! I'll Be the One to Defeat Sendoh
23 mins
Akagi returns and Hanamichi's rebounding recovers. Kogure gives Shohoku the lead but Sendoh takes it right back. Rukawa reenters with 2 minutes left.
Episode 19
Time's Up! The Decisive Battle with Ryonan
23 mins
With one minute left, Shohoku trails by four. After Rukawa scores two, Hanamichi gets a chance to put his stamp on the game with a dunk.
Episode 20
Basketball Shoes
23 mins
Haruko takes Hanamichi to buy his first pair of proper basketball shoes. Their features get him incredibly excited.
Episode 21
Enormous Trouble Makers! Hanamichi vs Miyagi
23 mins
Basketball team member Ryota comes back after a fight put him in the hospital. He's beside himself when he thinks his crush Ayako is dating Hanamichi.
Episode 22
History's Biggest Idiot Combination is Born
23 mins
Hanamichi and Ryota engage in childish fight out of jealousy, but when Ryota confesses to Hanamichi about his crush on Ayako, they turn into buddies.
Episode 23
Shohoku Basketball Club's Last Day
23 mins
Mitsui's gang tries to sabotage the basketball team. They are unable to fight back, knowing the protocol that will ban them from the next tournament.
Episode 24
The Battle for Justice! Sakuragi's Goon Squad Joins!
23 mins
Rukawa lashes out at Mitsui's gang. Ryota hits one of Mitsui's flunkies. With the team in danger from all ends, some unlikely help arrives.
Episode 25
The Man Who Aimed at National Championship
23 mins
Hanamichi's gang arrives, turning the tables. Mitsui's gang loses the will to fight after Hanamichi and Yohei rain fury. Akagi comes and slaps Mitsui.
Episode 26
Mitsui, the Problems of the Past
23 mins
Hanamichi learns Mitsui was once on the team who came to Shohoku out of gratitude to Coach Anzai, but an early injury marked the start of his decline.
Episode 27
I Want to Play Basketball!
23 mins
Mitsui's rivalry with Akagi had once pushed him to a crushing blow on his injured foot, demoralizing him to the point of leaving the basketball team.
Episode 28
The Beginning of Interhigh Preliminaries
23 mins
A revitalized Mitsui joins the team for the Inter High prelims. Everyone is too excited too sleep. Filled with spirit, they face their first opponent.
Episode 29
Hanamichi! Debut at an Official Game
23 mins
The game vs. Miuradai starts with Hanamichi, Rukawa, Ryota and Mitsui on the bench out of punishment. Miuradai deems Akagi to be their sole threat.
Episode 30
The Introspective Army's Big Counterattack
23 mins
Shohoku's punished players enter the game with Miuradai leading. Rukawa, Ryota and Mitsui excite the crowd as they quickly narrow the lead.
Episode 31
Formidable Enemy Miuradai's Secret Weapon
23 mins
In the second half, Miuradai puts in Naito to stealthily rough up Hanamichi. Worse, Hanamichi gets called for fouls instead. Miuradai ties the game.
Episode 32
Genius Hanamichi! Certain Death Dunk
23 mins
Naito manages to annoy Hanamichi into fouls. He then goes after Rukawa, but Rukawa immediately exposes Naito's weakness, helping Shohoku turn the tide.
Episode 33
Walkout King!? Hanamichi Sakuragi
23 mins
Shohoku wins their first game, but Hanamichi is upset about fouling out. He fouls out of the next game too, prompting him to ask Akagi for advice.
Episode 34
Gorilla's Secret, Kill with Your Eyes!
23 mins
Having fouled out of two straight games, Hanamichi is at his wits' end. Haruko proposes special morning practices, which he starts the very next day.
Episode 35
Hot Blooded Guys
23 mins
Hanamichi oversleeps on game day. On a failed shortcut, he finds Mitsui surrounded by a gang. He leaves them to Yohei and runs to the gym with Mitsui.
Episode 36
A Well Seeded School, Enter Shoyo
23 mins
Hanamichi fouls out of the next two games as well. Although Shohoku has advanced to the quarterfinals, Hanamichi is mired in depression.
Episode 37
Hanamichi: First-time as Starter!
23 mins
Shohoku plays against Shoyo, who pack the stands with team members giving well-coordinated cheers. Shohoku is gripped by a major case of nerves.
Episode 38
Rukawa's Counterattack!
23 mins
Shoyo takes control of the game, creating discord among Shohoku. Rukawa drives to basket and scores, getting Akagi and the others going again.
Episode 39
Lightning Flash Ryota!
23 mins
Reignited by Rukawa's remark, Shohoku finally plays to their potential. Ryota, despite his short height, cuts to the basket with blinding speed.
Episode 40
Rebound King Hanamichi Sakuragi!
23 mins
Ryota cuts into Shoyo's lead. Mitsui's 3-pointer ties it, but Shoyo regains the lead by halftime, with Hanagata dropping buckets.
Episode 41
Shoyo's Ace Fujima Enters the Court
23 mins
Hanamichi's great rebounding rescues Shohoku. In the second half, he stays active on the boards. Rukawa's shot puts them ahead, but Shoyo responds.
Episode 42
Shoyo Ace Fujima's Real Ability
23 mins
Fujima's outstanding play gives Shoyo momentum. Shoyo's Hasegawa, who was once outclassed by Mitsui in middle school, yearns to beat Mitsui.
Episode 43
Has Mitsui Reached His Limit!?
23 mins
Hasegawa guards Mitsui tenaciously. With 10 minutes left, Shoyo leads by 6. Hanamichi picks up his fourth foul, putting him one away from fouling out.
Episode 44
Mitsui! Stormy 3 Points
23 mins
Mitsui keeps scoring despite Hasegawa's intense defense. Shohoku cuts the gap to 3, but Hanamichi is unable to play assertively due to his four fouls.
Episode 45
Imminent Walkout!? Hanamichi's Pinch
23 mins
With four fouls, Hanamichi is hamstrung. When Rukawa calls him out on not playing like himself, he bangs his head on the court and reasserts himself.
Episode 46
Hanamichi, Hot Dunk
23 mins
With 2:30 to go, the game is tied. Hanamichi drives headlong to the hoop. Undaunted by the two defenders in his way, he unleashes a thunderous dunk.
Episode 47
Challenge from a Rival
23 mins
Hanamichi ruminates on his dunk-turned-foul. Takezono player Oda, Hanamichi's middle school classmate, injures his leg before his game against Kainan.
Episode 48
The Guy Who Pledged to Defeat Kainan
23 mins
Oda tries to hide his leg injury in order to play against Kainan. Hanamichi blows off practice and heads down with his gang to Takezono.
Episode 49
Takezono, Last Fight
23 mins
Against Takezono, Kainan plays their bench team, which is still very good. Oda is hampered by his leg injury. Hanamichi encourages him not to give up.
Episode 50
Challenge to the King
23 mins
Out of Shohoku, Kainan, Ryonan and Takezato, only two will make it to the nationals. Shohoku gets pumped up for the first game against Kainan.
Episode 51
Outside Calculation!? Hanamichi at His Best!
23 mins
Shohoku faces defending champion Kainan in the first round of finals. Kainan comes out strong, but Hanamichi counters with a fake and skillful shots.
Episode 52
Secret Weapon Against Sakuragi!
23 mins
Kainan puts third-year student Miyamasu into the game. Hanamichi is thrown off by Miyamasu's sickly demeanor and gets taken out of the game.
Episode 53
The Gorilla's Injury! Desperate Situation!?
23 mins
Shohoku is behind by 15, but Rukawa makes two shots to put them back on track. Akagi is injured, and a spirited Hanamichi gets back in the game.
Episode 54
King Kong's Younger Brother
23 mins
Hanamichi tries to make up for Akagi's absence. His and Rukawa's efforts bring Shohoku to within five of Kainan with 1:30 to go in the first half.
Episode 55
The Guy Who Dominates the Game
23 mins
With all eyes on him, Rukawa makes shot after shot and ties the game. Akagi comes off the bench in the second half, but his leg is not fully healed.
Episode 56
Ace Maki, Full Throttle
23 mins
Kainan shooting guard Jin makes several three-pointers and increases Kainan's lead to 10. The exhausted Shohoku team calls for a timeout.
Episode 57
Anzai, Bet on Victory!
23 mins
Shohoku lags behind with 10 minutes left in the game. As a last-ditch strategy, they quadruple-team Maki and put Hanamichi on Jin.
Episode 58
Stubborn Guys!
23 mins
Shohoku trails by 4 with 4:30 left, and goes all-in. Kogure subs in for the exhausted Rukawa. With 45 seconds to go, Mitsui is at the end of the line.
Episode 59
Last 10 Seconds! A Perfect Conclusion
23 mins
Kainan leads by four with 45 seconds to go. Hanamichi makes a slam dunk, and looks to Mitsui for one more three-pointer to seal the win.
Episode 60
Shohoku on the Edge
23 mins
Hanamichi cannot get over the shock of losing. Rukawa blames himself for not having enough stamina as the two fight over who deserves the blame.
Episode 61
Baldy Strikes Back!
23 mins
Hanamichi shaves his head to get a fresh start, but is not amused by his spectators. Anzai tries to flush out Hanamichi's weakness during practice.
Episode 62
Three-Day Super Training
23 mins
Shohoku focuses on training Hanamichi since they can't afford to lose any more games. Hanamichi practices shooting hoops in silence without complaint.
Episode 63
Battle of the Aces! Kainan vs Ryonan
23 mins
The Ryonan vs. Kainan game starts. Everyone focuses their attention on the mystery rookie player Fukuda, but Hanamichi is surprised to see him again.
Episode 64
King Kainan Shows its Abilities!
23 mins
The first half is a scorcher. Sendoh's performance puts Ryonan ahead by 10 going into halftime, and the rookie Fukuda chips in 20 points of his own.
Episode 65
The Strongest Match! Sendoh vs Maki
23 mins
Uozumi leaves the game and Kainan takes the lead, but Sendoh latches onto Maki and the teams go neck and neck. Coach Anzai is sent to the hospital.
Episode 66
Sendoh's Bet
23 mins
Hanamichi's quick actions save Anzai. On his way back from the hospital, he thinks about the time he failed to take his own father to the hospital.
Episode 67
The Final Battle! Shohoku vs Ryonan
23 mins
The day of the Ryonan game finally arrives. Playing without a coach, Hanamichi is called out on a foul not usually committed at high school games.
Episode 68
Savior!? Hanamichi Sakuragi
23 mins
Ryonan strikes first, but Hanamichi returns fire for Shohoku. Hanamichi makes a jump shot for the first time and causes a stir throughout the arena.
Episode 69
Gorilla Goes Astray
23 mins
The game continues, tied at 2. Akagi is thrown off his game when his foot starts to ache after Uozumi knocks him down. Soon, Shohoku trails 13-4.
Episode 70
Gorilla Dunk II
23 mins
Akagi becomes distracted by his injured foot, and Shohoku trails by nine. Uozumi aggressively blocks Hanamichi and sends him crashing to the floor.
Episode 71
Gorilla, Shout of Revival!
23 mins
Hanamichi gets knocked down by Uozumi, but Yohei and the others prevent a fight from breaking out. Akagi shows complete recovery with a gorilla dunk.
Episode 72
The Greatest Shame of One's Life
23 mins
Ryonan attacks Hanamichi's weak defense and scores basket after basket. Kogure subs for Hanamichi and Shohoku takes on a more aggressive stance.
Episode 73
Rukawa Kaede, Gambling on the 2nd Half
23 mins
Rukawa takes what he learned from the Kainan game and applies his full energy in the latter half of the game, while Hanamichi gets no chance to shine.
Episode 74
The Most Dangerous Challenger!
23 mins
Rukawa is hitting his stride after strategically reserving his energy in the first half. The score is tied after he makes a three-pointer.
Episode 75
Fine Play
23 mins
Rukawa keeps pace with Ryonan in the second half. Uozumi gets his fourth foul guarding Hanamichi. Shohoku builds a three-point lead.
Episode 76
The Feeling of Victory
23 mins
Hanamichi takes Uozumi out with 10 minutes left in the game. Shohoku leads by three. A furious Uozumi cheers on the team from the bench.
Episode 77
You Guys Are Strong!
23 mins
Shohoku leads 53-46 with less than nine minutes left. Uozumi begs Coach Taoka to let him play, but the coach patiently waits for the right moment.
Episode 78
Uozumi Jun Revives
23 mins
Ryonan is starting to lose their fighting spirit. Sendoh's exhaustion puts the whole team in deep crisis. Uozumi reenters the game with ferocity.
Episode 79
Blue Waves - Ryonan Fights Back!
23 mins
Uozumi starts to dominate Shohoku with his superb performance despite the 13-point deficit. All Shohoku players save for Rukawa have three fouls.
Episode 80
Shohoku's Problems
23 mins
Ryonan continues to put the pressure on Shohoku. Meanwhile, Uozumi works on destroying Shohoku by picking at their anxieties one by one.
Episode 81
Sendoh on Fire! Shohoku Loses
23 mins
Shohoku is in trouble as Ryonan cuts their lead to seven with 3:18 remaining. Mitsui collapses from extreme fatigue.
Episode 82
Amateur Sakuragi Hanamichi the Man
23 mins
With Mitsui out of the game, Uozumi and Sendoh cut Shohoku's lead down to one with astounding athleticism. Hanamichi begins to thrive under pressure.
Episode 83
Vice-Captain Kogure's Determination
23 mins
Hanamichi helps his team to a one-point lead with 1:30 to go. Kogure leverages the past three years of training into a timely three-pointer.
Episode 84
Win or Lose
23 mins
Shohoku leads by four points with seconds on the clock. Ryonan puts up a fight but the game is all but over, the winner set to advance to nationals.
Episode 85
New Challenge: The National Championship!
23 mins
Shonan breaks out in celebration over their basketball team's achievement. In the meantime, Rukawa focuses on training more stoically than ever.
Episode 86
Rukawa's Ambition
23 mins
Hikoichi's older sister Yayoi writes an article on Sendoh, but her editor rejects it. Undeterred, she visits Ryonan to gather information.
Episode 87
Japan's Number One High School Player
23 mins
Hanamichi visits Aiwa Academy to scout Moroboshi in a game against Meihou Tech. Rukawa reveals his intention to transfer to a school in the US.
Episode 88
The Basketball Kingdom - America
23 mins
Anzai opposes Rukawa's plans to go to America. Rukawa gives up on the idea after acknowledging how much others expect from him and Hanamichi.
Episode 89
Rukawa Kaede's Spirit
23 mins
Rukawa challenges Mitsui to a match in his pursuit to be Japan's top player. Meanwhile, the Fukazawa Athletic University coach takes notice of Akagi.
Episode 90
Shohoku's Real Ace
23 mins
Akagi's team must make it to the quarterfinals at the nationals for him to attend Fukazawa Athletic University. Rukawa crushes Hanamichi in a match.
Episode 91
The Nationals are Dangerous!
23 mins
Akagi helps Hanamichi, Rukawa, Mitsui and Ryota study for the makeup exams they need to pass in order for them to play in the Inter High finals.
Episode 92
Guys' Friendship? Sakuragi Gang
23 mins
Hanamichi takes his friends' money for going to Hiroshima to pay for training camp, but Anzai tells Hanamichi to stay behind to practice alone.
Episode 93
Going Toward 20000 Shoots
23 mins
Hanamichi stays behind to train with Anzai while Akagi and the others train in Shizuoka. Hanamichi gets assigned to practice shooting 20,000 hoops.
Episode 94
Shizuoka's Fierce Fight! Shohoku vs. Jousei
23 mins
As Hanamichi tackles the 20,000-shot challenge, the other teammates have a practice game with Jousei High in Shizuoka. Shohoku ekes out a win.
Episode 95
Hanamichi's Hottest Day
23 mins
Haruko invites Hanamichi out to a festival for a break from training. Hanamichi enjoys being out on date with her alone, but others soon join them.
Episode 96
Basketball Shoes Part II
23 mins
Hanamichi completes his 20,000-shot training. The manager of the sporting goods store gives him a pair of basketball shoes before the nationals.
Episode 97
Mixed Feelings, Uozumi Returns
23 mins
Hanamichi sets up a practice game with Shoyo's visiting players to show off his polished skills. Uozumi suddenly shows up, and Hanamichi gets benched.
Episode 98
Fierce Battle Begins! Shohoku vs. Shoyo/Ryonan
23 mins
Shohoku quickly takes the lead against the Shoyo-Ryonan team. Hanamichi misses a jump shot when he tries to show off the results of his training.
Episode 99
Facing the Strongest Team, Shohoku in Danger!
23 mins
Hanamichi keeps floundering against his extremely skilled opponents. He then remembers his role as a re-bounder when Akagi puts him back in his place.
Episode 100
The Man of Miracles, Hanamichi Sakuragi!
23 mins
The mixed team with Shoyo's Fujima and Hanagata, and Ryonan's Uozumi, Sendoh and Fukuda, goes toe-to-toe with Shohoku. Hanamichi hits a jump shot.
Episode 101
The Glorious Slam Dunk!
23 mins
Hanamichi dominates the opposing team with his new shooting skills. In the final moments of the game, he unleashes a final slam dunk.