Produced by: Fuji TV

Main Cast Members: Sorimachi Takashi, Matsushima Nanako, Kobuzuka Yosuke, Nakamura Aimi, Ikeuchi Hiroyuki, Kuroda Miki etc.

The Story:

The drama series is based on the manga and anime of the same name, both created by Fujisawa Tohru. In the series, Sorimachi Takashi plays Onizuka Eikichi, a graduate of a third-rate University and the leader of a motorcycle gang, whose lifelong dream is to become a teacher. After being hired by a seemingly eccentric director, Onizuka begins his unconventional way of teaching a hopeless group of troublemakers. Although he meets much opposition from the students and teachers themselves, his passion for teaching, and more importantly, his students, eventually convinces everyone that Onizuka truly has the makings of a great teacher.

My Thoughts:

Now here's another classic live action series that I would like to include in my reviews. Undeniably one of the most influencial & fascinating series that had ever graced our TV screens, this is THE ONE every teacher-inspired-manga-turn-TV-series needs to topped. I mean seriously, my first ever idol crush is none other than Sorimachi-san (and I'm really, really happy that he ended up married to co-star Nanako Matsushima in real life) and each and every episode is just great & spirit lifting (get it?). I still get excited whenever I heard the playback of Sorimachi-san's OST music being played right before Onizuka goes and rescues his students. Makes you wish that your teacher is like that as well huh (or half as hot as he is). And if you want to catch a glimpse at Shun Oguri (before he was all grown up and became as hot as he is today) then this one is a must watch for you. Can't think of a better actor to play Eikichi Onizuka though other than ultra-cool Sorimachi-san. This is definitely a classic live action that has the power to stir interest for many, many years to come.

My Ratings: * * * * 1/2 (still loving it until now!)