TV series · 2018
Is Megalobox based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. Megalobox is based on the manga Ashita no Joe by Ikki Kajiwara (1968).
The TV series premiered in 2018.
The manga behind Megalobox
Ashita no Joe
Manga by Ikki Kajiwara · first published 1968 · drama anime and manga, spokon
Ashita no Joe: books in order
- Ashita no Joe: Fighting for Tomorrow, Volume 1 (2003)
- Ashita no Joe: Fighting for Tomorrow, Volume 2 (2003)
- Ashita no Joe: Fighting for Tomorrow, Volume 3 (2003)
- Ashita no Joe: Fighting for Tomorrow, Volume 4 (2003)
- Ashita no Joe: Fighting for Tomorrow, Volume 5 (2003)
- Ashita no Joe: Fighting for Tomorrow, Volume 6 (2003)
- Ashita no Joe: Fighting for Tomorrow, Volume 7 (2003)
- Ashita no Joe: Fighting for Tomorrow, Volume 8 (2003)
Common questions
Is Megalobox based on a book?
Yes. Megalobox is based on the manga Ashita no Joe by Ikki Kajiwara (1968).
Who wrote the book Megalobox is based on?
Ashita no Joe was written by Ikki Kajiwara and first published in 1968.
Should I read the book before watching?
Start with Ashita no Joe: Fighting for Tomorrow, Volume 1, book 1 of Ashita no Joe. If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read it before you watch. Adaptations often change or cut plotlines, so the book is a different experience even if you've seen the TV series.