This is anime leaves me speechless, seriously. It's just so brilliantly done. Some episodes pass by really quickly because you enjoy them that much and some episode feel twice as long because of the shows brilliant pacing. This anime has brilliant comedy, I swear I've laughed so many times. I've also cried too. If this anime was more popular I swear it has the quality to be a top anime. Imagine an Anime that makes you laugh when you're sad and makes you cheerful when you're bored, just imagine an anime that makes reading this review totally worth every word. If you decide not to watch this show then you are seriously missing out. This is the only show I would call perfect. 10/10
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callumandjordan3 August 2014
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angeloavendano7 October 2018Excellent characters incomparable to other anime or other tv series for that matter. You connect with each one in a deep way that and you just want to be rooting for all of them, even the opponents. PS I've learned a lot about volleyball also thanks to this and it just makes me want to play!
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mayank098768 January 2018Really enjoyed this well-made anime on Volleyball, I didn't know much about the sports and its rules, didn't realize so much strategy went into it and how important team play is. The plot is your typical shounen sports stereotype, an underdog who excels with determination, along the way he makes friends and each one in the team is a standout specialist. The anime is well-paced and keeps things exciting all throughout, there is lots of humor to give you big laughs. The storytelling utilizes the full spectrum of emotions from losses to win, from giving up to never giving in, from timidity to overconfident, from solo play to teamwork, it covers each aspect of the gameplay with relevant emotions. Another good side to the anime is the realistic gameplay, no over the board plays, and super moves. The characters are all likable, one of the few anime without having any evil guy in it.
The anime itself is really good, got great art and colors. Did feel the music could have been better, nothing of it stands out in mind after a week of watching the anime.
It was enjoyable enough for Binge-watch, so hopefully, you get the idea. Season 1 & 2 both were great, after a break of 2 years, I have binged watched Season 3 & Part 1 of Season 4 also, again they were really good. -
Can I just say that I freaking LOVE Haikyu.
The show itself is pretty simple. It follows the adventures of a boys' high school volleyball team, and it is a bit overdramatic at times, but it's so much fun!! It's hilarious, the characters are so easy to fall in love with, there's no constant peril or evil overlord or magical powers, it's just volleyball. It sounds pretty boring and stupid at first, but trust me, watch the first episode. You'll be blown away.
The production quality is super as well. They never get lazy with the animation. The funny bits are perfectly worked into the show without ruining the intense bits. Every single episode is completely and totally worth it.
I just don't really have much else to say. It's an amazing show all around. -
liamfuller-3487514 April 2020Haiykuu is by farrrr the best sport anime and I say that without a doubt. This show is easy to get into (I mean- it got me hooked from the first 5 mins!!). The characters are amazing and interesting. The matches are so exciting and got me on the edge of my seat. And yet this show is soooo simple. It's brilliant. Its the fattest recommendation I can give you!
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gritz-015691 January 2018This anime is very brilliantly crafted. Compelling characters, beautiful and strong openings, natural comedy and superb animation makes this anime a must watch. 10/10
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jasminn_tan19 June 2020Wow. I really did not expect to fall down the rabbit hole that is Haikyuu!! I thought that the art style isn't one that I usually gravitate to but I was quickly won over by the story and characters. I loved all of the characters and their relationships and friendships with each other and it was inspiring to see the underdog climb to the top, that even though it seems as if one is disadvantaged, they can still succeed through sheer willpower and by working together with like-minded passionate people. Honestly, watching this made me regret not taking volleyball seriously during PE in high school.
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horrorelitis27 September 2016This is my first ever anime series and I'm happy I got to catch up on this gem of a show! Though I hardly play sports nowadays but it revived my interest in athletics. It has all the emotions, great story and likable characters. It shows how to have passion for something you love and how it can take you to great heights! It's all about doing what you love and have a burning desire to excel in it.
It inspired me that failure can be a stepping stone to success, importance of teamwork, believing in your abilities and ignoring your imperfections at the same time.
PS Eagerly waiting for another season! -
aimee_gervais3 March 2020I never watch sports anime's but I loved this one! I really wish there were more seasons, because I want to see how far they go! My review is a must watch!!
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Irishchatter28 July 2018I hated volleyball in school so this anime actually brought bad memories of it in a sorta good way lol. I really liked the enthusiasm and high confidience of Hinata. That kind of character really does lighten the anime's mood up and would really make you watch much more of it!
It even acknowledges friendship as well, Hinata really brought in his old enemy's and his own pals to work together in order to win tournaments with such great amount of victory!
Definitely recommend this to anyone who likes the volleyball sport or just wants to watch a different type of anime! -
hridayvikasbilla9 March 2020Had doubts watching this because I wasn't that much into voleyball but man oh man it's so entertaining now I am totally into it. You would like every character in this series even antagonists are hella nice, certainly a show to watch for sports lovers.
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dhruvsaini-6467827 August 2021I really don't have much expectations to this anime but when i started watching i just can't stop i have to watch the next episode most of the episode have suprises (almost all) this anime character developement is so nice and the animation its literally perfect and a great sense of humor this anime is really good you have to watch it.
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I've seen far more anime than most other 51 year-old Americans, but that still isn't a lot compared to younger folks who are obsessed with it. I mention this because my perspective, no doubt, is not that of a typical younger fan. So, while the other review, so far, is glowing and describes the show glowingly, I am not a fan and don't have the same sort of life experiences. Now I am NOT saying that "Haikyuu!" is a bad show...but I just didn't experience it the same way that the other reviewer did. As for me, I've watched a few anime series here and there and have watched a few hundred Japanese films...mostly live action. So keep this in mind as you read this.
The story centers on an incredibly chipper and high-energy high school student in his first year. While Hinata loves volleyball, in middle school he barely got a chance to play at all due to the few kids in his school who wanted to play. He also has little experience and is quite short. In his one chance to play in a game, his team is soundly defeated and one of the opposing players, Kageyama, ends up going to the same high school as Hinata!! Considering how arrogant Kageyama is, it's not surprising that the two being fighting instead of working together as teammates. Naturally, they eventually learn the spirit of teamwork and soon their team goes from mediocre to amazing. Can the spirit of competition and teamwork take them to the top?
Like many sports anime programs, the show is way over the top as far as how the various players act and react. Subtle, it ain't...but it is often quite enjoyable and the more you watch the more you get sucked into the story. The animation quality is about on par with any other anime, the writing quite nice and non-anime lovers should still appreciate the show. Among the best anime I have seen? No...but still well made and engaging. -
elymer23 July 2019This anime had sooooo many amazing reviews that I just had to watch it.
*Very straightforward and raw impressions*- Negative side:
-Positive side: If you like volleyball a lot, you will of course find this entertaining because it talks a lot about technical plays and the role each player has in the team. Can be applied to any sport, of course. You get a lot of anime action and a lot of classic anime dialogs.
Overall:- Not as entertaining and good as everyone said it would be and overall extremely predictable.
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ayanraktim19 May 2020I watched tons of tv series but trust me, It is the one which gives me goosebumps. The reason is, it carries the emotion of friendship, trust, and most importantly immense determination to surpass one's limit and reach another peak. I am simply grateful for such a beautiful script and a series of emotions.😍
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iamnayeem15 March 2020Everybody's reactions, feelings, actions, sounds, directions perfectly doing. I love this anime. This is motivating also. I get goosebumps many time😊😚. I recommend to watch this anime series.
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akarunkumar-486135 July 2021Man this sports anime give you exact the same feeling as you were playing the match. Must watch. The curiosity and excitement of what happens next ...the feeling is awesome.
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lionranger2 January 2020This anime must be watched by anyone who loves any kind of sports.It will make you laugh it will make yo wanna never give up It'll make u love every character even the opponents It'll make u wanna play volleyball no doubt It'll make you wanting to win any game.Im not good at words soo.
U Gotta Watch This cause"We Haven't Lost Yet" -
elhamfirmino2 December 2019Haikyuu deserves a 10/10. The show is made up brilliantly and there's no filler episode were I spend my time on the phone. The pace of the show and the typical Anime serious moments in this are perfect, not to exaggerated. I swear I like Volleyball as a Sport, but never thought I'd watch an Anime about it. Haikyuu stays for team spirit, development, goals, nice humor, lovely and sad scenes. I found this masterpiece on Netflix and I'm not surprised this hasn't an equal hype like other sport Anime's ( Captain Tsubasa ), cause it's just Volleyball. Well then I tell you if you think like that you'll 100% miss an amazing and entertaining show. I'm super excited for next years season.
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chrisbrooks-1925931 July 2020I saw the great reviews and thought, how good can a volleyball manga be, the answer is a 11 out of 10! High flying action, great characters, excitement all the way through..... I could not stop watching! Exceeded every expectation I had about this show! I strongly advise you to stop reading this and go watch Haiku right now!
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rajaramautt4 July 2020I don't know nothing about volleyball but after this series I love with it. Best series , must watch and never miss it.
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blumdeluxe18 July 2020"Haikyuu!!" tells the story of a volleyball team that once was a respected power but now is only belittled by its opponents. When two new and very dedicated students arrive, a new time seems to begin, promising long lost glory.
The first few episodes are hard. I don't know how often they mention that Hinata is small but very fast but it almost makes you angry. The beginning totally lacks to connect other characters into the story to really keep you interested in their way. Strangely enough, this is exactly what happens in the later episods, which is why I was really looking forward to every episode then. I don't know if this is meant to be or if the producers just noticed their own problems but it is one of the rare examples where a show gets better and better over time (so far). Of course the plot is rather limited and I would not want seven seasons of this show but I think that if they stop after three or four seasons this could be remembered as a great show.
All in all you need some time to really invest into the characters but if you give yourself this time there is a fair chance that you will stay hooked. -
mmariaangeless24 January 2021Kageyama could get it .slijakdjewkljkwjdnmdsnmsndmdnmsdnsdmndsmndmdsnsdsd . . . . .
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maddiebuggie27 April 2020I thought at first this would be good becuse I like sport anime's. I never have played volleyball besides a few times in pe class. I felt at some point in the series I started to get bored of watching it. There wasn't enough drama in the story. That says a lot becuse I love slice of life and they tension to be very chill with little drama sometimes. The character development was fine. The script wasn't anything special it was about average. The animation was good. I liked that it was set during high school. The plot seemd like it was gonna be good. But as it turned out the plot was very boring. Not much happened in this series. It need more drama really bad. The animation style was very good and well done. I would recommend this series to little to no people to be honest.
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louisagongz24 May 2020Haikyuu is very addicting. It's magnificent, glorious and entertaining. It is flawless in almost every way possible so it has to be one of the greatest anime series in the world. It has brilliant comedy in every episode, I even cried so badly that I couldn't even breathe! The characters are inspirational and beautifully presented. Overall one of the best anime of all time, it's worth watching. I enjoyed every second of it and I don't hate anything about it. It makes so many people motivated to start or continue playing volleyball. It's also a great opportunity to learn some strategies and techniques if you want to improve your volleyball. It's pure perfection. 11/10