Ganbare Genki English Sub & Dub

About Ganbare Genki

Ganbare Genki blends action, comedy and shounen by Toei Animation (1980). Below is a fresh retelling of what the story is about. In short: Horiguchi Genki was 5 years old boy. His mother died when he was born, and he was raised only by his father.

As things develop, his father, Shark Horiguchi, was a professional boxer, but he was ruined and become an itinerant boxer. However, Genki believed his father was tough and he would become a champion, and he had a dream to become a strong boxer as his father. After his father’s death, he was adopted by his grandparents.

With action at the core, fight choreography, pacing and sound design carry much of the weight. It will appeal most to viewers who like fast, high-impact fights. Follow the episode list on this page to keep up with the latest release.

Production & Appeal

Production sits with Toei Animation, which means the visual identity of Ganbare Genki follows that studio's craft. Because it leans on action, fight choreography, pacing and sound design carry much of the weight. A 7.5/10 score points to a dependable, well-liked series. Released in 1980, it competed with that season's other new series for attention.