Medalist
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Tsukasa Akeuraji, a frustrated skater, meets Inori Yuitsuka, a girl who yearns to be a figure skater. Motivated by Inori's obsession on the rink, Tsukasa begins coaching Inori. Inori's talent blossoms, and Tsukasa…
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Synopsis
Tsukasa Akeuraji, a frustrated skater, meets Inori Yuitsuka, a girl who yearns to be a figure skater. Motivated by Inori's obsession on the rink, Tsukasa begins coaching Inori. Inori's talent blossoms, and Tsukasa becomes a brilliant mentor. Together they aim to make her a glorious medalist!
About
Medalist premiered on January 5, 2025. It falls under the Animation, Drama genres. The series has aired across 2 seasons and 22 episodes. with each episode running approximately 23 minutes. It airs on HTB, tv asahi, Nagoya TV. and concluded its run on March 22, 2026.
Why viewers enjoy Medalist
Medalist targets fans of Animation anime, especially viewers who appreciate stories that blend Drama elements. This combination of Animation, Drama sets the show's pacing and tone, and explains why it resonates with that specific audience over more general animated programming.
Production
Medalist was animated by ENGI, Kodansha, KADOKAWA, and broadcast on HTB, tv asahi, Nagoya TV.
Critical reception
Medalist holds a rating of 8.3 out of 10 based on 54 user reviews on TMDB, a strong score that reflects broad satisfaction from its audience.
Themes & motifs
Recurring motifs and themes throughout Medalist include: underdog, competition, olympic games, training, child prodigy, sports, figure skating, coming of age. These threads anchor the show's narrative direction and offer a reliable indicator of the kind of viewing experience it delivers.
Voice cast
Natsumi Haruse
Takeo Otsuka
Emiri Kato
Makoto Koichi
Yuma Uchida
Taito Ban
Ami Koshimizu
Manabu Muraji
Ayaka Fukuhara
Kana Ichinose
Production credits
- Direction
- Yasutaka Yamamoto · Hideaki Ōba · Takahiro Hirata
- Writing
- Jukki Hanada · Tsurumaikada
Release dates
Premiered
January 5, 2025
Last aired
March 22, 2026
Seasons & episodes
Season1
January 5, 2025·13episodes
Season1
January 5, 2025·13episodes
No description available for this season.
Season2
January 25, 2026·9episodes
Season2
January 25, 2026·9episodes
The Chubu Block Tournament has begun! In the novice class, fierce competition awaits girls from prestigious clubs who have dedicated themselves to skating since childhood. Inori, who just advanced to the novice class last month, and her coach, Tsukasa, are challenging the elite, aiming for the coveted All Japan Championship.
Themes & topics
Keywords associated with this title by the community.
- underdog
- competition
- olympic games
- training
- child prodigy
- sports
- figure skating
- coming of age
- based on manga
- ice skating
- seinen
- anime
- winter sport
- prodigy
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Frequently asked questions
When did Medalist premiere?
Medalist premiered on January 5, 2025.
How many seasons does Medalist have?
Medalist has 2 seasons and 22 episodes in total.
What genre is Medalist?
Medalist is classified under Animation, Drama.
What networks did Medalist air on?
Medalist aired on HTB, tv asahi, Nagoya TV.
Is Medalist finished?
Yes, Medalist concluded its run on March 22, 2026.
How long is each episode of Medalist?
Each episode of Medalist runs for approximately 23 minutes.
Where is Medalist from?
Medalist is a Japanese anime production.
What is the TMDB rating of Medalist?
Medalist holds a rating of 8.3 out of 10 on TMDB based on community reviews.
