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Episodes (12)
EP 1Haruka and Makoto reunite with childhood swimming friends at their old club
Jul 4, 2013Following a peaceful first year of high school, Haruka and Makoto encounter Nagisa, a new student who previously swam with them as children. Because their former swimming club is scheduled for demolition, the trio enters the building to retrieve a time capsule buried in the back. During this search, they are reunited with Rin, the fourth member of their original group, who had left the country to study abroad. This encounter marks a significant return for the former teammates after their long separation.
EP 2Intense race between Haruka and Rin while Nagisa plans a swim club
Jul 11, 2013Makoto and Nagisa watch with held breath as Haruka and Rin engage in an intense race. They notice that Rin appears to have changed during the competition. At the same time, Nagisa prepares to start up a swim club with help from Rin's sister Gou. The episode focuses on the rivalry between the two swimmers and the new initiative led by Nagisa.
EP 3Nagisa Persists in Recruiting Track Star Rei for the Swim Club
Jul 18, 2013The Iwatobi Swim Club requires an additional member to qualify for relay competitions. Nagisa targets his classmate Rei, who currently participates in the track team, to fill this vacancy. Although Rei declines the invitation to join, Nagisa remains determined to persuade him to become part of the swim club. This ongoing effort highlights Nagisa's persistence in expanding the team roster despite the initial rejection from the athlete he wishes to recruit.
EP 4The Iwatobi Swim Club faces challenges during practice and decides to purchase new swimsuits.
Jul 25, 2013The Iwatobi Swim Club now has a complete roster of members. As the group begins their training sessions, they encounter some difficulties. One member suggests that his current swimsuit is responsible for the issues. Consequently, the club decides to go shopping together to buy new swimsuits for everyone. This outing aims to resolve the problems they faced during practice and ensure all members have appropriate gear for their upcoming activities.
EP 5Haruka and Club Members Hold Training Camp While Rei Practices Alone at Night
Aug 8, 2013Haruka and his club members organize a training camp to prepare for the upcoming prefectural competition. Each swimmer adheres to their individual training regimen. However, Rei feels dissatisfied with his progress and worries about falling behind his peers. Determined to improve, he returns to the ocean at night to practice swimming alone. This decision reflects his personal struggle with performance and his commitment to overcoming his limitations through extra effort outside the group schedule.
EP 6Shocking No Breathing!
Aug 15, 2013The swim club members face difficulties at the beach, prompting a reevaluation of their reasons for swimming. Rei questions Makoto regarding his strange conduct during the training camp, leading him to share details about his past with the group.
EP 7Haruka and Team Improve as Prefecturals Approach and Rin Shares His Motivations
Aug 22, 2013With the prefectural championships approaching, Haruka and his fellow swim club members continue to refine their techniques and improve their performance. During this period of preparation, Rin discloses the personal reasons that drive him to swim. The athletes are now tasked with demonstrating the progress they have made during their training. The upcoming tournament serves as the stage for them to prove their accomplishments and showcase the results of their hard work and dedication to the sport.
EP 8Individual races and past memories complicate the medley relay preparations for the Iwatobi team.
Aug 29, 2013Haruka, Makoto, Nagisa, and Rei compete in their respective individual swimming events. Rin feels irritation while recalling watching them swim during their grade school years. Following these individual races, the four members of the Iwatobi Swim Club must focus on preparing for the upcoming medley relay. The narrative highlights the contrast between personal competition and the collective effort required for the relay event, as the team transitions from individual performances to synchronized teamwork.
EP 9The Iwatobi Swim Club enjoys a relaxing summer festival after their prefectural competitions.
Sep 5, 2013Following the conclusion of the prefectural competitions, the Iwatobi Swim Club members feel satisfied with their progress. They take advantage of a local summer festival to unwind and enjoy some leisure time. During the event, Nagisa discovers that Rin is also attending. Concerned about a potential encounter, Nagisa instructs Rei to monitor Rin’s movements and ensure that Haruka and Rin do not cross paths. This directive highlights the underlying tensions and careful management of relationships within the group as they navigate their time off the pool deck.
EP 10Irritated Heart Rate!
Sep 12, 2013Coach Sasabe initiates training for the Iwatobi Swim Club ahead of the upcoming tournament. Rei feels upset because he is the only member unaware of past events involving Rin. Following Rin's expression of frustration, Haruka chooses to reveal the details of their shared history from grade school to address the situation.
EP 11Rei visits Samezuka Academy to discuss Rin's feelings before the regional relay lineup announcement.
Sep 19, 2013Following revelations about past events, Rei travels to Samezuka Academy to directly ask Rin about his desires. The night before both Iwatobi and Samezuka depart for the regional competition, Rin contacts Rei to clarify his true feelings regarding the relay race. Subsequently, Samezuka Academy officially announces its selected lineup for the upcoming relay event. This sequence highlights the interpersonal dynamics and strategic preparations occurring just prior to the major tournament, focusing on the communication between Rei and Rin as they navigate their relationship and the team's competitive standing.
EP 12The Iwatobi Swim Club faces pressure to advance to nationals while tensions rise.
Sep 26, 2013With the national tournament approaching, the Iwatobi Swim Club members experience growing nervousness as they strive to secure their advancement. Simultaneously, Rin becomes increasingly irritated by the mounting stress. As the medley relay begins, each swimmer must confront their personal doubts and find their own resolution before stepping up to the starting line. This pivotal moment tests their individual resolve and teamwork under the intense pressure of the competition.
Frequently asked questions
- How many episodes does Free! have?
- Free! has 12 episodes.
- When did Free! come out?
- Free! came out in 2013.
- Which studio made Free!?
- Free! was produced by Kyoto Animation.
- Who directed Free!?
- Free! was directed by Youta Tsuruoka.
- Is Free! finished?
- Current status of Free!: Finished.