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Hunter x Hunter
HUNTER×HUNTER（ハンター×ハンター） · 1999
A boy hunts monsters, treasure, and his missing father.
StatusFinished Airing
SeasonFall 1999
StudioNippon Animation
SourceManga
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Synopsis
Gon Freecss sets out to become a licensed Hunter, following in the footsteps of the father who abandoned him as a baby, and along the way befriends Killua, Kurapika, and Leorio during a grueling exam designed to weed out anyone unqualified for the profession's dangers. What begins as a straightforward adventure quickly deepens into explorations of morality, ambition, and what people are capable of under pressure, as the group faces increasingly complex trials ranging from survival games to full-blown political intrigue. Gon's earnest determination anchors a story that keeps expanding in scope and darkness.
⚠ Background — may contain spoilers
Adapted from Yoshihiro Togashi's manga, this 1999 Nippon Animation version of Hunter x Hunter is often cited by longtime fans as a beloved, if unfinished, take on the source material, later succeeded by a more complete 2011 Madhouse remake. Despite ending abruptly due to the original run's limited episode count, it's remembered fondly for its charm and faithful early adaptation of Togashi's distinct blend of adventure and psychological depth. It remains a point of nostalgic debate among fans over which version handles specific arcs best.
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103
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178ADR Director6
Animation Check3
Animation Director13
Art Director1
Assistant Director1
Background Art1
Character Design1
Color Setting2
Director1
Director of Photography1
Editing2
Episode Director10
In-Between Animation11
Key Animation88
Op. 53 "Heroic"1
Original Creator1
Planning2
Producer3
Production Assistant1
Screenplay1
Sound Director1
Sound Effects1
Special Effects1
Storyboard11
Theme Song Arrangement1
Theme Song Composition1
Theme Song Lyrics2
Theme Song Performance4
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