SK8 the Infinity English Sub & Dub

About SK8 the Infinity

Here is what SK8 the Infinity (SK∞ エスケーエイト) is about, retold in plain terms: an action, drama and sports anime by bones (2021). In short: Reki, a high school sophomore and skater, is addicted to “S,” a highly concealed and perilous downhill skateboarding race that takes place in an abandoned mine. The skaters are especially wild about the “beefs,” or heated clashes that erupt in the races.

Also worth knowing: Reki takes Langa, a transfer student returning to Japan after studying abroad, to the mine where the races are held. Langa, who has no skateboarding experience, stumbles on himself pulled into the realm of “S”... (Source: Aniplex of America) Note: On March 13, 2021 a recap episode (9.5) went on air, postponing the broadcast of the regular episodes by one week.

As an action title, fight choreography, pacing and sound design carry much of the weight. Langa Hasegawa (Chiaki Kobayashi) and Hiromi Higa (Kenta Miyake) are two of the characters you will meet early. Think of it as a pick for viewers who like fast, high-impact fights. With 12 episodes in total, there is enough room for the story to develop.

Production & Appeal

Production sits with bones, which means the visual identity of SK8 the Infinity follows that studio's craft. Within the action category, fight choreography, pacing and sound design carry much of the weight. A 7.9/10 score points to a dependable, well-liked series. On the casting side, Chiaki Kobayashi voicing Langa Hasegawa gives the lead role a recognizable voice. Released in 2021, it competed with that season's other new series for attention.