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Beyblade
★ 7.7/10•2001•23m•TV-Y7•Kids•Action & Adventure•Animation
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Thirteen-year-old Takao Kinomiya (Tyson Granger), along with his fellow teammates, Kai Hiwatari, Max Mizuhura (Max Tate), and Rei Kon (Ray Kon), strive to become the greatest Beybladers in the world. With the technical help of the team's resident genius, Kyoujyu (Kenny), and with the powerful strength of their BitBeasts, the Bladebreakers armed with their Beys attempt to reach their goal.

StatusEnded
Runtime23m
LanguageJA
First Air DateJan 8, 2001

Episodes

Episode 1 - The Blade RaiderE123m

The Blade Raider

Tyson is caught up in the sport of Beyblading, but can he balance Beyblading and martial arts?

Jan 8, 2001

Episode 2 - Day of the DragoonE223m

Day of the Dragoon

When Tyson and Kai end up battling against each other, Tyson is easily defeated. Can he unlock a mythical bit beast to even the score?

Jan 15, 2001

Episode 3 - Take It to the MaxE323m

Take It to the Max

Can Kenny's friendship with Tyson continue when a new kid named Max seems to be stealing Tyson away?

Jan 22, 2001

Episode 4 - The Qualifier BeginsE423m

The Qualifier Begins

Max and Tyson arrive at the tournament and Tyson faces his first opponent.

Jan 29, 2001

Episode 5 - Draciel of ApprovalE523m

Draciel of Approval

The first matchup in the semi-finals is Max vs. Kai. Can Max pull the upset off without a bitbeast giving him support?

Feb 5, 2001

Episode 6 - Dragoon StormE623m

Dragoon Storm

The mysterious blader Ray and Tyson do battle in the second round. Can Tyson survive the mysterious Tiger Claw Attack?

Feb 12, 2001

Episode 7 - Thirteen CandlesE723m

Thirteen Candles

The National Beyblade Championship Match is set -- with Tyson facing off against reigning champion, Kai. It's not until Grandpa throws a surprise party for Tyson that the rookie sensation realizes he has forgotten his own birthday, but what will Kai have in store for him?

Feb 19, 2001

Episode 8 - Bladin' In The StreetsE823m

Bladin' In The Streets

Tyson and his new team, the Bladebreakers, prepare for the World Championships. Kai seems to reject his newfound team and leads them on a chase through the streets. That's where the guys learn some lessons about Beyblading from some very mysterious 'bladers.

Feb 26, 2001

Episode 9 - Showdown in Hong KongE923m

Showdown in Hong Kong

Our heroes arrive in Hong Kong on a stop-over to the Asian World Championships when they run into Ray's old gang, the White Tigers. Naturally, a Beyblade battle quickly ensues.

Mar 5, 2001

Episode 10 - Battle in the SkyE1023m

Battle in the Sky

The Bladebreakers discover that them and the White Tigers are in different divisons. To face them, they'll have to make it to the finals, but can the Unknown Tall Boys shock everyone and defeat the Bladebreakers ending all national title hopes?

Mar 12, 2001

Episode 11 - Bye Bye Bit BeastE1123m

Bye Bye Bit Beast

Kevin decides to try and destroy Ray by stealing his data. What will happen if Kevin succeeds? Will the Bladebreakers have any chance of winning the Asian tournament, or will something worse happen?

Mar 19, 2001

Episode 12 - Adios BladebreakersE1223m

Adios Bladebreakers

With his bitbeast gone, Ray loses all confidence and decides to leave the Bladebreakers. Can Tyson convience him to come back, or will Mariah convience him that the White Tigers team is his real home?

Mar 26, 2001

Episode 13 - Crouching Lion, Hidden TigerE1323m

Crouching Lion, Hidden Tiger

With the Bladebreakers having impressed everyone, the White Tigers decide to get serious. Can they show everyone why they are the best?

Apr 2, 2001

Episode 14 - The Race is On!E1423m

The Race is On!

A rockslide makes Tyson and Ray fall behind on their way to the semi-final matchup. Can they make it on time, or will a forfit keep the Bladebreakers from a showdown with the White Tigers?

Apr 9, 2001

Episode 15 - Going for the GoldE1523m

Going for the Gold

The Asian finals begin between Max and Gary, but Gary's open-mindedness makes everyone think he can't win a thing. Will Gary's true wrath be unleashed to show why he battles instead of Kevin?

Apr 16, 2001

Episode 16 - My Enemy, My FriendE1623m

My Enemy, My Friend

Ray and Mariah get ready to go head to head, but can these two lovers put aside their feelings for the match. Maybe their bitbeasts will have something to say about it.

Apr 23, 2001

Episode 17 - A Score to SettleE1723m

A Score to Settle

When Tyson and Lee's matchup turns out to be a draw, it's up to Ray to defeat his old team and keep Driger. How will Driger and Ray react to this news?

Apr 30, 2001

Episode 18 - A Star is BornE1823m

A Star is Born

With the Asian Tournament over, the Bladebreakers head home for a small break, but what will happen now that Tyson feels he has power?

May 7, 2001

Episode 19 - Under the MicroscopeE1923m

Under the Microscope

Max insists on seeing his mom before the American tournament, but what will he do when he finds out she works for the opposing team?

May 14, 2001

Episode 20 - All RelativeE2023m

All Relative

After their non-competition loss to Emily of the All Starz at the BBA Research Center, the Blade Breakers sneak around the high-tech facility, hoping to learn more about their competition. There, they confront two other All Starz, and Max learns more about his Mom's job at the BBA - specifically, a rumor of why Max wasn't asked to join the All Starz Team.

May 21, 2001

Episode 21 - Practice Makes PerfectE2123m

Practice Makes Perfect

Can the Bladebreakers gain their confidence back after seeing all the fancy American equipment?

May 28, 2001

Episode 22 - Blading with the Stars!E2223m

Blading with the Stars!

When Max participates in a charity Beyblade event, he must teach Emily what team work is all about. Can he succeed?

Jun 4, 2001

Episode 23 - Showdown in VegasE2323m

Showdown in Vegas

The American tournament begins in Las Vegas. Will Kai decide to show the All Starz his true power?

Jun 11, 2001

Episode 24 - Viva Las VegasE2423m

Viva Las Vegas

The Blade Breakers decide to study the All Starz moves so they can become stronger. Will they succeed?

Jun 18, 2001

Episode 25 - My Way or the HighwayE2523m

My Way or the Highway

When Tyson gets a stomachache before the semi-finals, Kai must step up and take his place. Can the Bladebreakers keep their momentum going in the mysterious New Jersey Turnpike?

Jun 25, 2001

Episode 26 - Catch a Shooting All-StarE2623m

Catch a Shooting All-Star

Tyson's health is restored before the finals, so he gets ready to battle again. Can Max help them realize he can defeat his mom's team, or will Kai get the final spot?

Jul 2, 2001

Episode 27 - The Battle of AmericaE2723m

The Battle of America

The finals continue. Can the Blade Breakers muster the strength to win, or will the All Starz become the new American Champions?

Jul 9, 2001

Episode 28 - Bottom of the NinthE2823m

Bottom of the Ninth

It's Max versus Michael for the American team championship. Which team will end up being victorious?

Jul 16, 2001

Episode 29 - Play It Again, Dizzi!E2923m

Play It Again, Dizzi!

Kenny ponders how the Bladebreakers got together, and he wonders what the next touranment will bring.

Jul 23, 2001

Episode 30 - Cruising for a BruisingE3023m

Cruising for a Bruising

When the Bladebreakers run into Robert on a ship to Russia, they realize just how much their bitbeasts need to develop. Can they learn how to gain the strength needed?

Jul 30, 2001

Episode 31 - London CallingE3123m

London Calling

When the Bladebreakers arrive in London, a mysterious tape about evil bitbeasts is waiting for Tyson. Can they interpret what Tyson's father is trying to tell them before they encounter an evil bitbeast, or is it already to late?

Aug 6, 2001

Episode 32 - Darkness at the End of the TunnelE3223m

Darkness at the End of the Tunnel

The Dark Bladers try once again to steal the Bladebreakers bitbeasts and turn them evil in a subway tunnel. Will they succeed?

Aug 13, 2001

Episode 33 - Last Tangle in ParisE3323m

Last Tangle in Paris

The Blade Breakers arrive in Paris, but the Dark Bladers follow them there. Can the Blade Breakers handle one more battle with the Dark Bladers, or will additional and unexpected help come to save them?

Aug 20, 2001

Episode 34 - Art AttackE3423m

Art Attack

Tyson determines to battle the blader named Oliver, but does he have any chance at victory?

Aug 27, 2001

Episode 35 - When in Rome... BeybladeE3523m

When in Rome... Beyblade

The Blade Breakers arrive in Rome to battle against their next opponent, Enrique. Can Tyson finally successfully defeat one of Europe's top bladers, or will he learn that he has a lot of skills to develop?

Sep 3, 2001

Episode 36 - Deja Vu All Over AgainE3623m

Deja Vu All Over Again

Tyson determines that he must defeat Enrique if his reputation as a top Beyblader is to be restored, but when Oliver arrives it becomes 2 of Europe's top bladers against Tyson's ego. Can he figure out a way to show that bitbeasts should be used for more than just power?

Sep 10, 2001

Episode 37 - A Knight to RememberE3723m

A Knight to Remember

Enrique and Oliver take the Blade Breakers to Robert's mansion, but can Tyson get his rematch against Robert, or will this Johnny character interfer?

Sep 17, 2001

Episode 38 - Olympia ChallengeE3823m

Olympia Challenge

The Blade Breakers decide to challenge Robert, Johnny, Enrique, and Oliver to a team battle. They accept, but can ""The Majestics"" work together as a team when they've been individual fighters their entire life?

Sep 24, 2001

Episode 39 - A Majestic Battle... A Majestic Victory?E3923m

A Majestic Battle... A Majestic Victory?

It's Kai versus Johnny and Tyson versus Robert for the right to go to the World Championships in Russia. Who will win the bout?

Oct 1, 2001

Episode 40 - Hot Battle in a Cold TownE4023m

Hot Battle in a Cold Town

A mysterious man named Boris invites the Bladebreakers to his physilities for a practice battle. Should they trust him, and if they do, then can they win the battle?

Oct 8, 2001

Episode 41 - Out of the PastE4123m

Out of the Past

Kai investigates Boris' Abbey since he feels some sort of draw to it. What will he find? Also, Max meets up with the All Starz and Ray meets up with the White Tigers. Why have they come to Russia?

Oct 15, 2001

Episode 42 - Drawn to the DarknessE4223m

Drawn to the Darkness

Kai must choose whether he wants the power of Dark Dranzer or the friendship of the Blade Breakers. Which will he decide?

Oct 22, 2001

Episode 43 - Live and Let Kai!E4323m

Live and Let Kai!

While the Bladebreakers try and find out what Kai's doing, the All Starz get ready to scrimmage the Demolition Boys, but when Kai shows up on the Demolition Boys and challenges all 4 All Starz at once, you know fire works will erupt. What will he do?

Oct 29, 2001

Episode 44 - Losing KaiE4423m

Losing Kai

The White Tigers determine to get revenge on Kai for the All Starz, but will they need to when Tyson and the Bladebreakers decide to try and talk some sense into Kai?

Nov 5, 2001

Episode 45 - Breaking the IceE4523m

Breaking the Ice

Kai decides he wants all of the bitbeast, so he challenges the Bladebreakers to a match. Will they stand a chance without Max, who's with his mom at the airport?

Nov 12, 2001

Episode 46 - First StrikeE4623m

First Strike

Kai and Tyson's father appear to let everyone know what Biovalt is really up to. Can the Bladebreakers find a way to stop them?

Nov 19, 2001

Episode 47 - A Lesson for TysonE4723m

A Lesson for Tyson

The Majestics show up in Russia with a challenge for the Bladebreakers, defeat them in a match, or lose their bitbeasts. Why have they come to Russia, and why do they want the Bladebreakes bitbeasts?

Nov 26, 2001

Episode 48 - Victory in DefeatE4823m

Victory in Defeat

Kai is given a tempting offer from his grandfather Voltaire, use dark Dranzer, or risk losing Dranzer forever. Will he give in?

Dec 3, 2001

Episode 49 - A Wicked Wind BlowsE4923m

A Wicked Wind Blows

With Kai losing in the first round, Ray must find some way to even up the score. Can he find the strength to do so, and if he does, will he risk losing Drigger forever?

Dec 10, 2001

Episode 50 - New and Cyber-Improved...E5023m

New and Cyber-Improved...

When Tala gets cyber implants and Tyson gets new blading equipment, you know their match strategy's are bound to change, but just how will the changes affect the championship?

Dec 17, 2001

Episode 51 - Final ShowdownE5123m

Final Showdown

A grave meeting is held between the Majestics, Kevin of the White Tigers, and the Dark Bladers in case Tyson should lose the match. Can Tyson survive in this other dimension, or will the Demolition Boys become World Champions and rulers?

Dec 24, 2001

Actors

Motoko Kumai

Motoko Kumai

Tyson Granger (voice)

Kiyu Morita

Kiyu Morita

Yuri Ivanov (voice)

Daisuke Namikawa

Daisuke Namikawa

Hiro Granger (voice)

Urara Takano

Urara Takano

Kai Hiwatari (voice)

Chikao Ohtsuka

Chikao Ohtsuka

Ryuunosuke Kinomiya (voice)

Hiroshi Kamiya

Hiroshi Kamiya

Sanguinex (voice)

Kazuyuki Ishikawa

Gao (voice)

Kaori Saiki

Santiago (voice)

Chiharu Tezuka

Chiharu Tezuka

Johnny McGregor (voice)

Ai Orikasa

Ai Orikasa

Max Tate (voice)

Hitomi

Hitomi

Chikushi (voice)

Junko Shimakata

Junko Shimakata

Kiki (voice)

Rob Tinkler

Rob Tinkler

(voice)

Emi Shinohara

Emi Shinohara

Judy Mizuhara (voice)

Asa Shirakura

Paul (voice)

Hisayoshi Suganuma

Hisayoshi Suganuma

Eddy Wheeler (voice)

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