Slam Dunk

101 episodes 83 canon 11 filler 7 mixed

★ 8.7 TMDB · 989 votes

11 filler episodes — about 4 hours you never have to watch.

Classifications verified 2026-10-18 · 6 episode(s) under review

Watched 0 / 101 episodes

A tall, hot-tempered high-school newcomer who knows nothing about basketball joins the Shohoku team to impress a girl, then slowly develops into a formidable rebounder as Shohoku battle prefectural rivals on the road to the national tournament.

First aired 1993 · Status: finished · Japanese title: スラムダンク

Slam Dunk: the quick answer

Skip 11 filler episode(s) (34–35, 48–49, 85–86, 97–101) — about 4 hours saved. Mixed episodes (47) blend canon and filler; watch them for the canon scenes.

Cross-checked against multiple independent sources · last verified 2026-10-18 · 6 episode(s) under review. How we classify

Episodes 1–50

50 eps · 42 canon · 4 filler · 4 mixed
  1. #1The Birth of a Genius Basketman?!?Canon Oct 16, 1993Slam Dunk episode 1 is canon — it adapts the original story.
  2. #2Die Basketball! Hanamichi vs. RukawaCanon Oct 30, 1993Slam Dunk episode 2 is canon — it adapts the original story.
  3. #3Gorilla vs. Hanamichi! Big Showdown!Canon Nov 6, 1993Slam Dunk episode 3 is canon — it adapts the original story.
  4. #4Basketball Man Hanamichi Joins the TeamCanon Nov 13, 1993Slam Dunk episode 4 is canon — it adapts the original story.
  5. #5A Gutless AfternoonCanon Nov 20, 1993Slam Dunk episode 5 is canon — it adapts the original story.
  6. #6Rukawa vs. Akagi. The Real Showdown!Canon Dec 4, 1993Slam Dunk episode 6 is canon — it adapts the original story.
  7. #7Hanamichi's Debut! Dunk AttackCanon Dec 11, 1993Slam Dunk episode 7 is canon — it adapts the original story.
  8. #8Hanamichi's Crisis! The Judo Man's SnareCanon Dec 18, 1993Slam Dunk episode 8 is canon — it adapts the original story.
  9. #9I Will Play Basketball!Canon Dec 25, 1993Slam Dunk episode 9 is canon — it adapts the original story.
  10. #10The 'Beginner's Shot' ....Is Hard!Canon Jan 8, 1994Slam Dunk episode 10 is canon — it adapts the original story.
  11. #11Special Secret Love Training for Two!?Canon Jan 15, 1994Slam Dunk episode 11 is canon — it adapts the original story.
  12. #12Beat Ryonan! Hard Training Before the Decisive GameCanon Jan 22, 1994Slam Dunk episode 12 is canon — it adapts the original story.
  13. #13Shohoku vs Ryonan the Fired Up Captain!Canon Jan 29, 1994Slam Dunk episode 13 is canon — it adapts the original story.
  14. #14Super Basketball Match! Ryonan's Attack of Angry WavesCanon Feb 5, 1994Slam Dunk episode 14 is canon — it adapts the original story.
  15. #15Hanamichi's Nervous Big StartCanon Feb 12, 1994Slam Dunk episode 15 is canon — it adapts the original story.
  16. #16Who Is This Guy?! Taoka's MiscalculationCanon Feb 19, 1994Slam Dunk episode 16 is canon — it adapts the original story.
  17. #17Rebound King. Hanamichi Sakuragi's AgonyCanon Feb 26, 1994Slam Dunk episode 17 is canon — it adapts the original story.
  18. #18The Last Two Minutes! I'm Taking Sendo Down!Canon Mar 5, 1994Slam Dunk episode 18 is canon — it adapts the original story.
  19. #19Time Up! The Ryonan Game Is OverCanon Mar 12, 1994Slam Dunk episode 19 is canon — it adapts the original story.
  20. #20Basketball ShoesCanon Mar 19, 1994Slam Dunk episode 20 is canon — it adapts the original story.
  21. #21Super Problems! Hanamichi vs. MiyagiCanon Mar 26, 1994Slam Dunk episode 21 is canon — it adapts the original story.
  22. #22The Fool with the Worst Record, A Combination is BornCanon Apr 16, 1994Slam Dunk episode 22 is canon — it adapts the original story.
  23. #23Shohoku Basketball Team's Last DayCanon Apr 23, 1994Slam Dunk episode 23 is canon — it adapts the original story.
  24. #24The Allies of Justice, Sakuragi's Army VisitsCanon Apr 30, 1994Slam Dunk episode 24 is canon — it adapts the original story.
  25. #25The Guy Who Wanted to Conquer the WorldCanon May 7, 1994Slam Dunk episode 25 is canon — it adapts the original story.
  26. #26Mitsui's Peak, Trouble at 15Canon May 14, 1994Slam Dunk episode 26 is canon — it adapts the original story.
  27. #27I Want to Play Basketball!Canon May 21, 1994Slam Dunk episode 27 is canon — it adapts the original story.
  28. #28The Beginning of Interhigh PreliminariesCanon May 28, 1994Slam Dunk episode 28 is canon — it adapts the original story.
  29. #29Hanamichi! Pennant Race DebutCanon Jun 18, 1994Slam Dunk episode 29 is canon — it adapts the original story.
  30. #30The Introspective Army's Big CounterattackCanon Jun 25, 1994Slam Dunk episode 30 is canon — it adapts the original story.
  31. #31Formidable Enemy Miuradai's Secret WeaponMixedJul 2, 1994Under reviewSlam Dunk episode 31 is under review — sources disagree, so we show it as mixed rather than guess.
  32. #32Genius Hanamichi! Certain Death DunkMixedJul 16, 1994Under reviewSlam Dunk episode 32 is under review — sources disagree, so we show it as mixed rather than guess.
  33. #33Walkout King!? Sakuragi's RighteousnessCanon Aug 6, 1994Slam Dunk episode 33 is canon — it adapts the original story.
  34. #34Gorilla's Initiation, Kill with Your Eyes!Filler Aug 20, 1994Slam Dunk episode 34 is filler — safe to skip.
  35. #35Hot Blooded GuysFiller Aug 27, 1994Slam Dunk episode 35 is filler — safe to skip.
  36. #36A Well Seeded School, Enter ShoyoMixedSep 3, 1994Under reviewSlam Dunk episode 36 is under review — sources disagree, so we show it as mixed rather than guess.
  37. #37Hanamichi's First StartCanon Sep 10, 1994Slam Dunk episode 37 is canon — it adapts the original story.
  38. #38Rukawa's Counterattack!Canon Sep 17, 1994Slam Dunk episode 38 is canon — it adapts the original story.
  39. #39Lightning Flash Ryota!Canon Sep 24, 1994Slam Dunk episode 39 is canon — it adapts the original story.
  40. #40Hanamichi the Genius shows off!Canon Oct 1, 1994Slam Dunk episode 40 is canon — it adapts the original story.
  41. #41Shoyo Coach Enters the CourtCanon Oct 14, 1994Slam Dunk episode 41 is canon — it adapts the original story.
  42. #42Shoyo Ace Fujima's Real AbilityCanon Oct 15, 1994Slam Dunk episode 42 is canon — it adapts the original story.
  43. #43Has Mitsui Reached His Limit!?Canon Oct 22, 1994Slam Dunk episode 43 is canon — it adapts the original story.
  44. #44Mitsui! Stormy 3 PointsCanon Nov 3, 1994Slam Dunk episode 44 is canon — it adapts the original story.
  45. #45Imminent Walkout!? Hanamichi's PinchCanon Nov 26, 1994Slam Dunk episode 45 is canon — it adapts the original story.
  46. #46Hanamichi, Hot DunkCanon Dec 3, 1994Slam Dunk episode 46 is canon — it adapts the original story.
  47. #47Challenge from a RivalMixed Dec 10, 1994Slam Dunk episode 47 is mixed — part canon, part filler; watch if you want the canon scenes.
  48. #48The Guy Who Pledged to Defeat KainanFiller Dec 17, 1994Slam Dunk episode 48 is filler — safe to skip.
  49. #49Takezono, Last FightFiller Dec 24, 1994Slam Dunk episode 49 is filler — safe to skip.
  50. #50Challenge to the KingCanon Jan 7, 1995Slam Dunk episode 50 is canon — it adapts the original story.

Episodes 51–100

50 eps · 41 canon · 6 filler · 3 mixed
  1. #51Outside Accounts!? Hanamichi at His Best!Canon Jan 14, 1995Slam Dunk episode 51 is canon — it adapts the original story.
  2. #52Sakuragi's Confinement's Secret WeaponCanon Jan 21, 1995Slam Dunk episode 52 is canon — it adapts the original story.
  3. #53The Gorilla's Injury! Desperate Situation!?Canon Jan 28, 1995Slam Dunk episode 53 is canon — it adapts the original story.
  4. #54King Kong, Younger BrotherCanon Feb 4, 1995Slam Dunk episode 54 is canon — it adapts the original story.
  5. #55The One that Dominates the GameCanon Feb 11, 1995Slam Dunk episode 55 is canon — it adapts the original story.
  6. #56Ace Shepherd, Full ThrottleCanon Feb 18, 1995Slam Dunk episode 56 is canon — it adapts the original story.
  7. #57Anzai, Bet on Victory!Canon Feb 25, 1995Slam Dunk episode 57 is canon — it adapts the original story.
  8. #58Stubborn Guys!Canon Mar 4, 1995Slam Dunk episode 58 is canon — it adapts the original story.
  9. #59Last 10 Seconds! A Perfect ConclusionCanon Mar 11, 1995Slam Dunk episode 59 is canon — it adapts the original story.
  10. #60To relieve guilt: Shave Head ?!Canon Mar 18, 1995Slam Dunk episode 60 is canon — it adapts the original story.
  11. #61Baldy attacks back!Canon Mar 25, 1995Slam Dunk episode 61 is canon — it adapts the original story.
  12. #62Three-day super trainingCanon Apr 8, 1995Slam Dunk episode 62 is canon — it adapts the original story.
  13. #63Ryonan's genius planCanon Apr 8, 1995Slam Dunk episode 63 is canon — it adapts the original story.
  14. #64Kainan rebounds!Canon Apr 15, 1995Slam Dunk episode 64 is canon — it adapts the original story.
  15. #65The strongest rivalCanon Apr 29, 1995Slam Dunk episode 65 is canon — it adapts the original story.
  16. #66Sendoh's schemeCanon May 13, 1995Slam Dunk episode 66 is canon — it adapts the original story.
  17. #67The final battle!Canon May 20, 1995Slam Dunk episode 67 is canon — it adapts the original story.
  18. #68Sakuragi Hanamichi comes to rescue!Canon May 27, 1995Slam Dunk episode 68 is canon — it adapts the original story.
  19. #69Gorilla goes astrayCanon Jun 3, 1995Slam Dunk episode 69 is canon — it adapts the original story.
  20. #70King Kong number two!Canon Jun 10, 1995Slam Dunk episode 70 is canon — it adapts the original story.
  21. #71Gorilla revives!Canon Jun 17, 1995Slam Dunk episode 71 is canon — it adapts the original story.
  22. #72The greatest shame of one's lifeCanon Jul 1, 1995Slam Dunk episode 72 is canon — it adapts the original story.
  23. #73Rukawa Kaede, gambling on the 2nd halfCanon Jul 8, 1995Slam Dunk episode 73 is canon — it adapts the original story.
  24. #74The most dangerous challenger!Canon Jul 15, 1995Slam Dunk episode 74 is canon — it adapts the original story.
  25. #75Peak performanceCanon Jul 22, 1995Slam Dunk episode 75 is canon — it adapts the original story.
  26. #76The feeling of victoryCanon Aug 5, 1995Slam Dunk episode 76 is canon — it adapts the original story.
  27. #77You guys are strong!Canon Aug 12, 1995Slam Dunk episode 77 is canon — it adapts the original story.
  28. #78Uozumi RevivesCanon Aug 19, 1995Slam Dunk episode 78 is canon — it adapts the original story.
  29. #79Blue waves - Ryonan attacks back!Canon Aug 26, 1995Slam Dunk episode 79 is canon — it adapts the original story.
  30. #80Shohoku's problemsCanon Sep 2, 1995Slam Dunk episode 80 is canon — it adapts the original story.
  31. #81Sendoh attacks! Shohoku losesCanon Sep 23, 1995Slam Dunk episode 81 is canon — it adapts the original story.
  32. #82Amateur Sakuragi Hanamichi shows off!Canon Oct 21, 1995Slam Dunk episode 82 is canon — it adapts the original story.
  33. #83Kogure's determinationCanon Oct 28, 1995Slam Dunk episode 83 is canon — it adapts the original story.
  34. #84Win or LoseCanon Nov 4, 1995Slam Dunk episode 84 is canon — it adapts the original story.
  35. #85New Challenge: the national championship!Filler Nov 11, 1995Slam Dunk episode 85 is filler — safe to skip.
  36. #86Rukawa Kaede's AmbitionFiller Nov 18, 1995Slam Dunk episode 86 is filler — safe to skip.
  37. #87Japan's number basketball playerCanon Nov 25, 1995Slam Dunk episode 87 is canon — it adapts the original story.
  38. #88The basketball kingdom - United States of AmericaCanon Dec 2, 1995Slam Dunk episode 88 is canon — it adapts the original story.
  39. #89Rukawa Kaede's spiritCanon Dec 9, 1995Slam Dunk episode 89 is canon — it adapts the original story.
  40. #90Shohoku's real aceMixedDec 16, 1995Under reviewSlam Dunk episode 90 is under review — sources disagree, so we show it as mixed rather than guess.
  41. #91The sudden barrier to the nationalsCanon Dec 23, 1995Slam Dunk episode 91 is canon — it adapts the original story.
  42. #92Guys - Sakuragi GangMixedJan 13, 1996Under reviewSlam Dunk episode 92 is under review — sources disagree, so we show it as mixed rather than guess.
  43. #93Going toward 20000 shootsCanon Jan 20, 1996Slam Dunk episode 93 is canon — it adapts the original story.
  44. #94Shohoku vs. JouseiCanon Jan 27, 1996Slam Dunk episode 94 is canon — it adapts the original story.
  45. #95The day when Sakuragi's fired up!MixedFeb 3, 1996Under reviewSlam Dunk episode 95 is under review — sources disagree, so we show it as mixed rather than guess.
  46. #96Basketball Shoes Part IICanon Feb 10, 1996Slam Dunk episode 96 is canon — it adapts the original story.
  47. #97Mixed Feelings, Uozumi returnsFiller Feb 17, 1996Slam Dunk episode 97 is filler — safe to skip.
  48. #98Shohoku vs. Shoyo/RyonanFiller Feb 24, 1996Slam Dunk episode 98 is filler — safe to skip.
  49. #99Facing the strongest team, Shohoku in danger!Filler Mar 2, 1996Slam Dunk episode 99 is filler — safe to skip.
  50. #100The one who brought forth a miracle - Sakuragi!Filler Mar 9, 1996Slam Dunk episode 100 is filler — safe to skip.

Episodes 101–101

1 eps · 0 canon · 1 filler · 0 mixed
  1. #101SLAM DUNK!Filler Mar 23, 1996Slam Dunk episode 101 is filler — safe to skip.

Common questions

Which Slam Dunk episodes are filler?

11 of the 101 Slam Dunk episodes are verified filler: episode 34–35, 48–49, 85–86, 97–101.

Can I skip the filler episodes in Slam Dunk?

Yes — you can skip 11 verified filler episode(s) of Slam Dunk: episode 34–35, 48–49, 85–86, 97–101. Skipping them saves about 4 hours. Mixed episodes (part canon, part filler) are worth watching for their canon scenes: episode 47.

How many filler episodes does Slam Dunk have?

Slam Dunk has 11 verified filler episodes out of 101 total (11%). 83 episodes are canon and 7 are mixed (part canon, part filler).