Black Jack 1993
What is Black Jack?
Black Jack is a medical drama television series centered on the life and work of the legendary surgeon Kuroo Hazama. Known professionally as Black Jack, the protagonist is a highly skilled doctor who operates without a medical license.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 1993
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 12
- First aired
- Dec 12, 1993
- Last aired
- Dec 16, 2011
- Original language
- JA
- Origin
- JP
- Genres
- Animation, Drama
- Updated
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Overview
Black Jack is a medical drama television series centered on the life and work of the legendary surgeon Kuroo Hazama. Known professionally as Black Jack, the protagonist is a highly skilled doctor who operates without a medical license. Alongside his assistant, Pinoko, he takes on complex cases that other medical professionals are unable to resolve. The series explores the mysterious world of underground medicine, highlighting the extreme measures the surgeon takes to save his patients. Despite his reputation for medical excellence, Hazama is frequently viewed as greedy and heartless by the public because he charges exorbitant fees for his services. These perceptions contrast with his dedication to treating those in need, regardless of the risks involved. The narrative depicts the dark realities of his profession as he navigates a career defined by his unique ethical code and his commitment to performing life-saving procedures that others deem impossible. Through his work, the series examines the tension between his controversial methods and his undeniable talent as a surgeon.
Should you watch it?
“A brilliant but unlicensed surgeon performs miraculous medical procedures for an exorbitant fee.”
- compelling lead character
- high-stakes medical dilemmas
- morally ambiguous protagonist
Watch it if you enjoy dark medical dramas focusing on complex ethical dilemmas.
The series features themes of underground medicine and intense medical situations.
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Season 1 · 12 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide & lore primer →- E1 Iceburgs, Man with Kimera Mytharc Dec 12, 1993
- E2 Funeral, the Procession Game Core Dec 21, 1993
- E3 Decoration of Maria and Her Comrades Core Dec 21, 1993
- E4 Anorexia, The Two Dark Doctors Core Mar 21, 1995
- E5 The Owl of San Merida Core May 20, 1995
- E6 Night Time Tale in the Snow Core May 21, 1996
- E7 Black and White Core Aug 21, 1998
- E8 Thoughts For Green Mytharc Oct 25, 1999
- E9 The Carbuncle Mytharc Feb 25, 2000
- E10 Sinking Woman Core Jul 25, 2000
- E11 Visited Memories Mytharc Dec 16, 2011
- E12 The Beautiful Avenger Mytharc Dec 16, 2011
Frequently asked questions
Who is the main character?
The series follows Kuroo Hazama, a legendary surgeon known as Black Jack.
Does he work alone?
No, he is accompanied by his assistant, Pinoko.
Is Black Jack a licensed doctor?
No, he is famous for practicing medicine without a license.
Why do people consider him greedy?
He charges an exorbitant price for his medical services.
What kind of cases does he take?
He treats patients that other doctors cannot, often involving bizarre medical conditions.
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