Mr. Kinpachi in Class 3B (1979): cast, story & where to watch

Released in 1979, Mr. Kinpachi in Class 3B is a drama series.

What it’s about. A legendary television series and cultural asset, Mr. Kinpachi in Class 3B is famous for putting many social issues on the front burner of the public conscious over its long run, as filtered through the emotionally volatile lives of third year middle school students. The heartfelt relations between a devoted schoolteacher, Kinpachi Sakamoto, and his unique students have won the show high praise for several decades. Whether due to the pressures of exams, family relations, teachers and friends, graduating middle school students navigate a turbulent hormonal sea of “hope” and “frustration”, constantly shaped by the social environment of the times. Standing as a beacon in the storm and emitting messages of hope for each generation is one Japanese teacher, Kinpachi Sakamoto, who has come to be adored and admired by a nation through the adventures of Class 3B.

Who’s in it. Mr. Kinpachi in Class 3B stars Tetsuya Takeda as Kinpachi Sakamoto, Mari Hoshino as Otome Sakamoto, Mitsuko Baisho and Yasuomi Sano as Kosaku Sakamoto, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Mr. Kinpachi in Class 3B has been warmly received by audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Mr. Kinpachi in Class 3B page.

If you liked it. Fans of Mr. Kinpachi in Class 3B tend to enjoy Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba and Attack on Titan.