SK8 the Infinity (2021)
A high-octane anime series plunging into the underground world of secret downhill skateboarding, where friendship and rivalry collide at full speed.
SK8 the Infinity - Series Information
- Original Title: SK∞ エスケーエイト
- First Air Year: 2021
- Last Air Year: 2021
- Type: TV Series
- Genres: Animation, Action, Adventure
- Content Rating (US): TV-14
- Episode Runtime: Average runtime per episode: 24 minutes
- Number of Seasons: 1
- Number of Episodes: 12
- Status: Returning Series
- Original Language: Japanese
- Spoken Languages: Japanese
- First Air Date: January 10, 2021 (United States - TV-14), January 10, 2021 (Canada - 14+), January 10, 2021 (France - 12), January 10, 2021 (Australia - M), January 10, 2021 (Brazil - 12), January 10, 2021 (Mexico - B-15), January 10, 2021 (South Korea - 15)
- Networks: HTB, tv asahi, Nagoya TV, KBC, ABC TV, NCC, OAB, ABA, Niigata Television Network 21, khb, KFB, HOME, KSB, Kagoshima Broadcasting, Iwate Asahi TV, Akita Asahi Broadcasting, Yamagata Television System, Shizuoka Asahi TV, Asahi Broadcasting Nagano, Hokuriku Asahi Broadcasting, Ehime Asahi TV, Yamaguchi Asahi Broadcasting, Kumamoto Asahi Broadcasting, Ryu-Q Asahi Broadcasting
- Alternative Titles: SK8 the Infinity (UK), SK∞ (JP), 에스케이 에이트 (KR), SK Eight (US)
- Production Companies: BONES, Aniplex, ABC Animation, movic
- Production Countries: Japan
SK8 the Infinity - Plot
“S” is a dangerous, top secret, no-holds-barred downhill skateboarding race down an abandoned mine. When avid skateboarder Reki takes Langa to the mountain where “S” is held, Langa, who’s never been on a skateboard in his life, finds himself sucked into the world of “S”, and…?!
SK8 the Infinity - Trailer
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SK8 the Infinity - Cast & Crew
Main Cast
- Chiaki Kobayashi
- Tasuku Hatanaka
- Takehito Koyasu
- Hikaru Midorikawa
- Takuma Nagatsuka
- Yasunori Matsumoto
- Kenta Miyake
- Kousuke Tanabe
- Yusuke Shirooka
- Saki Endo
Writers
- Ichiro Okouchi
Executive Producers
- Masanori Miyake
SK8 the Infinity - FAQs
Where can you stream SK8 the Infinity online?
SK8 the Infinity is available to stream on Crunchyroll and the Crunchyroll Amazon Channel as part of their subscription plans. It can also be purchased for digital download on Amazon Video. Crunchyroll is the primary platform for watching the series in the United States.
Will SK8 the Infinity get a second season?
As of the latest available information, SK8 the Infinity is listed as a returning series and remains in production, suggesting a second season is planned or under development. No official premiere date has been confirmed, but the series has not been cancelled.
What is SK8 the Infinity about?
SK8 the Infinity follows Reki, an enthusiastic skateboarder, who introduces Langa — a newcomer with no skating experience — to “S,” a secret and dangerous underground downhill skateboarding race. The series blends high-octane competition with friendship, rivalry, and personal growth in a vibrant anime style.
Who are the main voice actors in SK8 the Infinity?
The main voice cast includes Chiaki Kobayashi as Langa Hasegawa and Tasuku Hatanaka as Reki Kyan. Other key performers include Takehito Koyasu as Adam, Hikaru Midorikawa as Cherry Blossom, Takuma Nagatsuka as Miya Chinen, and Yasunori Matsumoto as Joe.
Is SK8 the Infinity based on a manga or true story?
SK8 the Infinity is an original anime series produced by BONES, not based on a manga or true story. The series was conceived as an original work, with the screenplay written by Ichiro Okouchi. It draws inspiration from real skateboarding culture but features entirely fictional characters and events.
How many episodes does SK8 the Infinity have?
SK8 the Infinity consists of 12 episodes in its main season, along with 2 special episodes compiled in a Season 0. The main season aired from January to April 2021, with each episode running approximately 24 minutes.
How was SK8 the Infinity received by critics and fans?
SK8 the Infinity was warmly received by both critics and anime fans, praised for its dynamic animation by BONES, energetic action sequences, and compelling character dynamics. Viewers particularly celebrated the friendship between Langa and Reki, and the series developed a dedicated international fanbase.
What is the content rating for SK8 the Infinity?
SK8 the Infinity carries a TV-14 content rating in the United States, indicating the series may be unsuitable for children under 14. It contains action sequences, competitive intensity, and some thematic content appropriate for teenage and adult audiences.
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