Battlefield Baseball

Battlefield Baseball

Year: 2003

Runtime: 87 mins

Language: Japanese

Director: Yudai Yamaguchi

ComedyHorror

A brutal sport that only ends when every opponent is eliminated. The Gedo High team is made up of blue‑faced zombies, while Seido High's players realize they stand no chance unless they convince a retired star pitcher—renowned for his deadly “Super Tornado” pitch—to return, despite his refusal to pick up his cleats again.

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Timeline & Setting – Battlefield Baseball (2003)

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Koshien Stadium, Seido High School, Gedo High School

The story unfolds on Seido High School's baseball field and the iconic Koshien Stadium, pairing everyday school life with high-stakes regional dreams. Rival Gedo High School brings a brutal, almost mythical edge to the tournaments, turning the field into a stage for legends in the making. The setting blends gritty sports drama with surreal, otherworldly moments that reshape what baseball can mean.

⚾ Baseball 🏟 Stadium 🏫 School

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Main Characters – Battlefield Baseball (2003)

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Yakyu Jubei (Tak Sakaguchi)

A gifted pitcher whose career was nearly ruined by a traumatic accident. He carries the weight of a vow to quit, yet his fierce love for the game and loyalty to his teammates compel him back into the batter's box. His arc centers on confronting his past and choosing to protect others rather than seek personal glory.

⚾️ Star pitcher 🧭 Haunted past 💪 Courage

Matsui Gorilla (Donpei Tsuchihira)

A formidable new transfer whose presence on the team is matched by a larger-than-life persona. He embodies raw power and unexpected loyalty, and his arc includes a futuristic, cyborg evolution that amplifies his impact on the field.

⚾️ Power hitter 🤖 Cyborg enhancement 🛡 Loyal teammate

Vmpire (Shoichiro Masumoto)

An enigmatic fighter with a mysterious background who arrives with a knack for surprising plays. His unusual style adds intrigue to Seido's lineup and challenges the others to think beyond conventional baseball.

⚾️ Unconventional player 🕵️‍♂️ Mysterious past 🥷 Skillful

Hoichi (Hideo Sakaki)

A staff figure who keeps the team grounded amid chaos. Calm, capable, and quietly supportive, Hoichi helps the players navigate pressure and injuries while keeping the team's focus.

🏫 Supportive mentor 🧭 Guidance 🧰 Resilience

Bancho 1 (Hiroyuki Konishi)

The hard-edged gang leader who finds common ground with Seido and joins the team after being moved by Jubeh’s intervention. His transformation highlights the power of second chances and teamwork.

👊 Former rival 🤝 Team conversion 🛡 Protector

Jubei's Father (Yoshikazu Ebisu)

A haunting, guiding presence who appears after death to urge Jubeh to embrace his gifts and use them for good. He returns again in the afterlife to help shape the team’s destiny.

🕊️ Father figure 👼 Guidance 🗝️ Memorable mentor

Megane (Atsushi Ito)

The Seido catcher nicknamed Four Eyes, who loves baseball deeply despite uncertain talent. His determination and warmth drive his teammates, and his bond with his mother adds emotional depth to the team dynamic.

🧢 Catcher 👀 Determination 💖 Loyalty

Young Mother (Kanae Uotani)

A protective figure for Four Eyes who eventually blesses him to play, illustrating the family stakes around the sport. Her support anchors the character’s emotional growth.

👩‍👦 Family 💗 Supportive 🏠 Home stability

Blaster (Alex Revan)

A flamboyant, explosive talent on the field whose style adds flair to Seido's lineup. He embodies risk-taking and high-energy play that raises the team’s tempo.

🎯 Flashy player 💥 High-energy 🧭 Risk-taker

Akiko Mishiro (Akiko Mishiro)

A supporting character whose role is not detailed in the summary, but who is part of the broader Seido world and the players’ circle. She contributes to the film’s community and emotional texture.

🧩 Supporting character 🫂 Community member 🗝️ Narrative texture

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Major Themes – Battlefield Baseball (2003)

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💪 Perseverance

A vow to never play again is shattered by love of the game and the will to protect teammates. The protagonists push through fear, injury, and doubt to chase a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity at Koshien. Personal scars become fuel for growth as the team learns to trust in each other.

🤝 Teamwork

Individual talents are harmonized into a collective effort as teammates support Four Eyes and Jubei. The film emphasizes how trust, cooperation, and calculated risk overcome brutal rivals. Even rivals' transformations become part of a larger, shared goal.

🕊️ Redemption

Characters confront painful pasts—from Jubeh's near-fatal pitching to Bancho's violent beginnings. Forgiveness and second chances become central as mentors and family figures offer guidance. The path from vengeance to protective resolve drives the team's evolution.

🌸 Life and Sacrifice

Heartfelt sacrifices, especially Four Eyes' mother and Four Eyes' bond to baseball, underscore the fragile balance between life and death on the field. The climactic battle tests the limits of loyalty, mercy, and memory. Restoration and tragedy twist together to shape a hopeful, bittersweet ending.

Last Updated: October 03, 2025 at 10:29

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