My Hero Academia
High school students train to become superheroes.
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About My Hero Academia
Released: 2016
Platform: Netflix
Rating: TV-14
Run time: 4 Seasons
Cast
Daiki Yamashita, Kenta Miyake, Nobuhiko Okamoto, Ayane Sakura, Kaito Ishikawa, Yuki Kaji, Aoi Yuki, Ryo Hirohashi, Toshiki Masuda, Marina Inoue, Yoshimasa Hosoya, Junichi Suwabe, Koki Uchiyama, Akio Otsuka, Kohei Amasaki, Aki Ogasawara, Koji Okino, Yoshitsugu Matsuoka, Miho Sakurazaka, Wataru Hatano, Tasuku Hatanaka, Kei Shindou, Eri Kitamura, Tetsu Inada, Yuichi Nakamura, Hiroyuki Yoshino, Akeno Watanabe, Sayaka Kinoshita, Kenta Kamakari, Kaori Nazuka, Kenichi Ogata
About My Hero Academia
My Hero Academia, also known as Boku No Hero Academia, is a superhero anime series based on the manga by Kōhei Horikoshi. The show premiered in Japan on April 3, 2016, and has been met with universal acclaim for its engaging character development, striking art and animation, and its fresh spin on the superhero genre. The story centers around Izuku Midoriya, a boy who dreams of becoming a hero but was born without any superpowers in a world where gaining 'quirks' or superpowers is commonplace.
Making/Production
The show is produced by the anime studio Bones, known for classics like Fullmetal Alchemist and Soul Eater. It is directed by Kenji Nagasaki and written by Yōsuke Kuroda, both of whom have worked on various other notable anime series. The character designs are provided by Yoshihiko Umakoshi.
Actors
- Daiki Yamashita as Izuku Midoriya : He perfectly captures Izuku's passionate dream to become a hero, despite his initial lack of powers.
- Kenta Miyake as All Might : Miyake brings All Might to life with his warm, powerful tonality that embodies the character's virtuous and heroic spirit.
- Nobuhiko Okamoto as Katsuki Bakugou : Okamoto provides a fiery and intense voice for Bakugo, accurately portraying his hot-headed and competitive nature.
Trivia/Interesting Facts
- The name 'My Hero Academia' was inspired by the series creator's obsession with western superhero comics.
- Each Quirk is based on its users personality.
- The series is one of the best selling manga series of all time, with over 50 million copies in circulation.
Awards
In 2017, My Hero Academia won the Best Anime award at the Sugoi Japan Awards. In the same year, it received the HARVEY Award for Best Manga. It has also received multiple nominations at the Anime Awards hosted by Crunchyroll, winning Best Boy for Izuku Midoriya in 2017 and Best Hero for Izuku Midoriya in 2019.
Quotes
- "It's not bad to dream. But you also have to consider what's realistic." - All Might
- "When the enemy becomes certain of their victory, that will be our chance." - Izuku Midoriya
- "I'm not gonna be your worthless punching bag Deku forever... Kacchan. I'm... I'm the Deku who always does his best!" - Izuku Midoriya
Music and Soundtrack
- 'The Day', performed by Porno Graffitti, served as the opening theme for the first season.
- 'Heroes', performed by Brian the Sun, was the ending theme for the first season.
- Both opening and ending themes have been acclaimed for their fitting association with the series' tone and themes.
About My Hero Academia
My Hero Academia follows Izuku Midoriya, a boy born without superpowers in a world where they are the norm, but who still dreams of becoming a superhero.
