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High energy, strong craft, a touch of humor.
Energy
Fast-paced and thrilling
Fast from start to finish.
- Fast Pace8
- Adrenaline7
- Spectacle6
Heart
Hopeful and wholesome
Much of it is about growing up.
- Coming of Age9
- Hopefulness8
- Wholesome7
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay4
- Physical Comedy4
- Situational Comedy3
World
Sports, growing up, and everyday modern life
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability7
Craft
Standout performances and characters
- Acting8
- Character Depth8
- Direction7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition7
Energy
HighFast-paced and thrilling
Fast from start to finish.
Backflip!! is fast-paced and thrilling.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Tension5Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Violence2Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Heart
MediumHopeful and wholesome
Much of it is about growing up.
Emotionally, it's hopeful and wholesome. Much of it is about growing up.
All heart traits
- Coming of Age9Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Hopefulness8Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics6Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder6Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Romance4Love stories and emotional connections.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Related traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy4Slapstick and visual gags.
- Situational Comedy3Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor1Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumSports, growing up, and everyday modern life
Its world is built around sports, growing up, and everyday modern life.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity2Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Sports9Competition, training, and teamwork.
- Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.
Craft
HighStandout performances and characters
The performances and characters stand out.
All craft traits
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Who it's for
AdultsFamily Movie NightFriends NightParty VibeIntergenerationalKidsPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchBinge-FriendlyComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure Escapism
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About
Each laugh takes them higher. Each tear makes them stronger.
The final summer of middle school, Shotaro Futaba discovers boys gymnastics and is completely enamored by it. Shotaro ends up going to Soshukan Private High School (aka Ao High) and decides to visit the boys gymnastics club. He's greeted by very unique senpais and a star gymnast named Misato Ryoya. Dedicating your life to something you love during your fiery days of youth... Of course, there is frustration, and fights, but see how these boys work together as a team towards a similar goal in this drama about sports and youth.
Sports AnimeBoys GymnasticsComing-of-AgeTeamworkFriendshipYouthful PassionInspirationalUpbeat
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Is Backflip!! worth watching?
73
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 73/100 (IMDb 7.2). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Backflip!! rated?
TV-14
It's rated TV-14 in the United States.
How many seasons does Backflip!! have?
1 season
It has 1 season with 12 episodes of about 23 minutes each.
When did Backflip!! air?
S1
It ran from 2021 to 2021 and has ended.
What language is Backflip!! in?
Japanese
It was made in Japanese. Produced in Japan.
In how many countries can I watch Backflip!!?
123
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+109GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Backflip!! in 123 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Backflip!! use?
The BenchwarmerChildhood FriendsThe NicknamerExclusive Clique ClubhouseFriendly Rivalry
TV Tropes lists 5 storytelling tropes for Backflip!!, including The Benchwarmer, Childhood Friends, The Nicknamer.