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BLUE LOCK 2022

★ 8.3/10 · 633 votes TV-14 AnimationAction & AdventureDrama 1 seasons · 38 eps Ended
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What is BLUE LOCK?

Blue Lock is an anime television series that premiered in 2022. The show is based on the manga series written by Muneyuki Kaneshiro and illustrated by Yusuke Nomura.

Type
TV series
Year
2022
Status
Ended
Episodes
38
Runtime
23 minutes
First aired
Oct 9, 2022
Last aired
Dec 28, 2024
Original language
JA
Origin
JP
Networks
HTB, tv asahi, Nagoya TV, KBC
Genres
Animation, Action & Adventure, Drama
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Overview

Blue Lock is an anime television series that premiered in 2022. The show is based on the manga series written by Muneyuki Kaneshiro and illustrated by Yusuke Nomura. The plot follows high school soccer players from across Japan who gather for a controversial project. This initiative is designed to create the best and most egoistic striker in the world. The first season of the series was produced by the studio Eight Bit. Tetsuaki Watanabe served as the director for the production, with Shunsuke Ishikawa working as the assistant director. Taku Kishimoto was responsible for overseeing the series' scripts. The voice cast for the series includes Ricco Fajardo, Kazuki Ura, Drew Breedlove, and Sôma Saitô. The show is documented as an ongoing television series that has spanned from 2022 through 2024. The project focuses on the intense competition between the athletes as they participate in the specialized training program intended to refine their individual skills and ego as strikers.

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Should you watch it?

“High school soccer players compete in a controversial project to become the world's greatest egoistic striker.”

# competitive# intense# sports# driven
Reasons to watch
  • unique premise
  • high-stakes competition
Keep in mind
  • intense focus on egoism

Watch it if you enjoy competitive sports dramas with a high-stakes twist.

The series features an intense competitive environment focused on individual athletic achievement.

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Cast

Kazuki Ura Yoichi Isagi (voice)
Tasuku Kaito Meguru Bachira (voice)
Yuki Ono Rensuke Kunigami (voice)
Soma Saito Hyoma Chigiri (voice)
Junichi Suwabe Shoei Baro (voice)
Nobunaga Shimazaki Seishiro Nagi (voice)
Yoshitsugu Matsuoka Jingo Raichi (voice)
Hiroshi Kamiya Jinpachi Ego (voice)
Eri Yukimura Anri Teieri (voice)
Daishi Kajita Asahi Naruhaya (voice)
Sho Fujisawa Team V No. 1 (voice)
Akito Sugibayashi Team V No. 8 (voice)

Episode guide

Season 1 · 38 episodes Open the complete Season 1 guide →

Frequently asked questions

What is the premise of Blue Lock?

High school soccer players from across Japan gather for a project to create the best egoistic striker.

When did the series begin?

The television series began in 2022.

Who are some of the voice actors?

The cast includes Ricco Fajardo, Kazuki Ura, Drew Breedlove, and Sôma Saitô.

Is this a sports series?

Yes, the series focuses on high school soccer players.

Where can I find information on streaming?

Viewers can check platforms like JustWatch to see where full episodes are available for streaming.