Winning Pitcher
Originally released in 1987. Winning Pitcher is a animation film. directed by Hiroki Shibata. At just 72 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Toshio Furukawa, Takaya Hashi, and Mikio Terashima
Synopsis
Katsumi has been playing baseball for years, disguising herself as a boy. However, one day she is recognized and scouted by Hoshiyama, the manager of the Chunichi Dragons, who offers her a chance to become a professional player. After Katsumi joins the Dragons and befriends their new catcher Oikawa, her skills win over one suspicious mind after another, and she becomes a star pitcher leading the team to victories.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 24, 1987
38 years ago
Runtime
1h 12m
72 minutes total
Language
Japanese
Original language
Country
Japan
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- JA
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Winning Pitcher about?
Katsumi has been playing baseball for years, disguising herself as a boy. However, one day she is recognized and scouted by Hoshiyama, the manager of the Chunichi Dragons, who offers her a chance t...
Who directed Winning Pitcher?
Winning Pitcher was directed by Hiroki Shibata.
How long is Winning Pitcher?
Winning Pitcher has a runtime of 1 hours and 12 minutes (72 minutes total).
When was Winning Pitcher released?
Winning Pitcher was released on October 24, 1987 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Winning Pitcher?
The main cast of Winning Pitcher includes Toshio Furukawa, Takaya Hashi, Mikio Terashima, Michie Tomizawa.