Hope: Incomplete Life
Series Overview
Ayumu Ichinose dreams of becoming a professional shogi player, but after his father's death, he supports his family through part-time work while pursuing his goal. At 22, he faces his last chance to pass the professional test but fails again after his mother collapses from overwork. To help him, his mother arranges an internship at a trading company, where Ayumu, lacking social experience and qualifications, quickly faces negative judgments. Determined not to give up, Ayumu pushes forward, realizing that failure would leave him with nothing.
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1 Season • 9 Episodes
2016 – 2016
Premiered: Sun, Jul 17, 2016
Creative Production Team
Latest Aired Episode
Season 1, Episode 9: “Episode 9”
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Cast & Creators
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Yoon Tae-ho
MAYUKO, Akihiro Manabe
Department Leadership Roster
MAYUKO
Original Music Composer
Akihiro Manabe
Original Music Composer
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What is Hope: Incomplete Life about?
Ayumu Ichinose dreams of becoming a professional shogi player, but after his father's death, he supports his family through part-time work while pursuing his goal. At 22, he faces his last chance to pass the professional test but fails again after his mother collapses from overwork. To help him, his mother arranges an internship at a trading company, where Ayumu, lacking social experience and qualifications, quickly faces negative judgments. Determined not to give up, Ayumu pushes forward, realizing that failure would leave him with nothing.
How many seasons does Hope: Incomplete Life have?
Hope: Incomplete Life comprises 1 season available to explore.
Who stars in Hope: Incomplete Life?
Key cast members in Hope: Incomplete Life include Yuto Nakajima, Kenichi Endo, Koji Seto, Mizuki Yamamoto, Akito Kiriyama.
Who created or directed Hope: Incomplete Life?
Hope: Incomplete Life was developed and directed by Not specified.