Medalist 2025
- Status
- Ended
- First Aired
- January 5, 2025
- Last Aired
- March 22, 2026
- Format
- 2 seasons · 22 eps
- Total Runtime
- ~8.4 hours (23 min/ep)
- Highest Rated Episode
- S2E7 "The Frozen Lake" (★ 9.3/10)
- Networks
- HTB, tv asahi, Nagoya TV
- Where to Stream
- Hulu
What is Medalist?
Medalist is a Japanese sports anime series that premiered in 2025, adapted from the manga of the same name written and illustrated by Tsurumaikada. The series follows Tsukasa Akeuraji, a frustrated skater who once aspired to compete but never achieved his goals, as he meets Inori Yuitsuka, a girl with a strong desire to become a figure skater.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 2025
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 22
- Runtime
- 23 minutes
- First aired
- Jan 5, 2025
- Last aired
- Mar 22, 2026
- Original language
- JA
- Origin
- JP
- Networks
- HTB, tv asahi, Nagoya TV, KBC
- Genres
- Animation, Drama
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 8.3/10 from 55 votes
- Format
- 2 seasons · 22 episodes
- Episode runtime
- ~23 minutes
- Status
- Ended
- Networks
- HTB, tv asahi, Nagoya TV, KBC, ABC TV, NCC, OAB, ABA, Niigata Television Network 21, khb, KFB, HOME, KSB, Kagoshima Broadcasting, Iwate Asahi TV, Akita Asahi Broadcasting, Yamagata Television System, Shizuoka Asahi TV, Asahi Broadcasting Nagano, Hokuriku Asahi Broadcasting, Ehime Asahi TV, Yamaguchi Asahi Broadcasting, Kumamoto Asahi Broadcasting, Ryu-Q Asahi Broadcasting
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Estimate the schedule using 22 episodes and an average 23-minute runtime.
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Medalist is a Japanese sports anime series that premiered in 2025, adapted from the manga of the same name written and illustrated by Tsurumaikada. The series follows Tsukasa Akeuraji, a frustrated skater who once aspired to compete but never achieved his goals, as he meets Inori Yuitsuka, a girl with a strong desire to become a figure skater. Motivated by her dedication and raw potential, Tsukasa takes on the role of her coach. As Inori's talent develops under his guidance, Tsukasa evolves into a skilled mentor, and together they work toward the goal of making Inori a successful competitive skater. The anime was produced by ENGI and directed by Yasutaka Yamamoto. It aired on the NUMAnimation programming block and was made available for streaming on platforms such as Disney+ globally and Hulu in the United States. The original manga has been serialized in Kodansha's Monthly Afternoon since May 2020.
Should you watch it?
“A frustrated skater becomes a mentor to a determined figure skating prodigy.”
- Compelling mentor-mentee relationship with strong character growth
- Stunning animation blending 2D and 3D styles
- Focus on perseverance and passion in sports
- May move slowly for viewers seeking fast-paced action
- Limited focus on competitive tournament details
You enjoy character-driven sports dramas with emotional depth.
Suitable for general audiences with a focus on励志 themes and clean storytelling.
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Episode guide
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Season 1 · 13 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide & lore primer →- E1 A Genius on the Ice Mytharc Jan 5, 2025
- E2 Prelim Badge Test Core Jan 12, 2025
- E3 Taiyaki and Cake Core Jan 19, 2025
- E4 Meikoh Cup, Junior Women's Prelim Free Skating (1) Core Jan 26, 2025
- E5 Meikoh Cup, Junior Women's Prelim Free Skating (2) Core Feb 2, 2025
- E6 The Night of the First Competition Core Feb 9, 2025
- E7 Level One Badge Test Core Feb 16, 2025
- E8 Western Powerhouses (1) Core Feb 23, 2025
- E9 Western Powerhouses (2) Core Mar 2, 2025
- E10 Howling at Night Core Mar 9, 2025
- E11 Dance the Night Core Mar 16, 2025
- E12 Shirone's Lesson Mytharc Mar 23, 2025
- E13 Morning Arrives Mytharc Mar 30, 2025
Season 2 · 9 episodes
Open the complete Season 2 guide & lore primer →- E1 The Athlete's Pledge Mytharc Jan 25, 2026
- E2 My Cards Core Feb 1, 2026
- E3 The Queen's Leap Core Feb 8, 2026
- E4 Ascendance Core Feb 15, 2026
- E5 Beacon Core Feb 22, 2026
- E6 Intensive Training Core Mar 1, 2026
- E7 The Frozen Lake Core Mar 8, 2026
- E8 Hot Passion Mytharc Mar 15, 2026
- E9 It Begins Mytharc Mar 22, 2026
Frequently asked questions
What is the main plot of Medalist?
The series follows Tsukasa Akeuraji, a frustrated skater who becomes a coach to Inori Yuitsuka, an aspiring figure skater with raw talent.
When was Medalist released?
The anime premiered on January 4, 2025 in both Japan and English-speaking regions.
Where can I watch Medalist?
It airs on the NUMAnimation block and is available for streaming on Disney+ globally and Hulu in the United States.
What animation style does Medalist use?
The show uses a hybrid of 2D and 3D animation techniques.
Is Medalist based on a manga?
Yes, it is an anime adaptation of the manga series Medalist.
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