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The Best Episodes of OVERTAKE!

Every episode of OVERTAKE! ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of OVERTAKE!!

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Haruka Asahina is a high school teen racing in Formula 4. He crosses paths with a washed-up photographer, Kōya Madoka, who decides to help Haruka realize his dream and reach the podium. The heat is

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    OVERTAKE! Season 1 Episode 12 - Overtake
    9.1/10(47 votes)

    #1 - Overtake

    S1:E12

    The FIA Japanese F4 Championship is reaching its climax and it all comes down to this race at Fuji Speedway. Will Haruka finally get to stand on the top step of the podium?

    Directors:Ei Aoki, Shu Watanabe, Minori Mizuno
    Writers:Ayumi Sekine, Ei Aoki

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  2. OVERTAKE! Season 1 Episode 9 - The Day of the Disaster
    8.9/10(60 votes)

    #2 - The Day of the Disaster

    S1:E9

    Haruka tracks down Kouya, who has returned to the small town that was ravaged by a tsunami triggered by an earthquake 12 years before.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. OVERTAKE! Season 1 Episode 4 - The Past and Regrets
    8.7/10(61 votes)

    #3 - The Past and Regrets

    S1:E4

    The commercial is ready to air, but Haruka isn't happy about Kouya's photograph being inserted, leading to past traumas being revisited.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. OVERTAKE! Season 1 Episode 6 - Suzuka, Rain
    8.4/10(54 votes)

    #4 - Suzuka, Rain

    S1:E6

    Haruka is flying high in qualifying for the next round at Suzuka, but when race day comes and the heavens open, he is faced with the tough decision of which tires to run.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. OVERTAKE! Season 1 Episode 3 - How Many Kilometers to the Winner's Podium?
    8.3/10(63 votes)

    #5 - How Many Kilometers to the Winner's Podium?

    S1:E3

    Komaki Motors finally have a sponsor, but Haruka may not be so happy about the terms of the deal. Though out on track, money for more tires equals more practice time. Can Haruka make good use of the extra track time?

    Director:Gai Hazako
    Writer:Ayumi Sekine

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  6. OVERTAKE! Season 1 Episode 10 - Never Say Never
    8.2/10(45 votes)

    #6 - Never Say Never

    S1:E10

    Now that Kouya has found some form of resolution to the trauma haunting him, everyone's attention turns to Haruka and his goal of standing on the top step of the F4 podium.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. OVERTAKE! Season 1 Episode 11 - Hop → Step →
    8.1/10(42 votes)

    #7 - Hop → Step →

    S1:E11

    After a disappointing conclusion to the last race due to his tires going off, Haruka is determined to do better next time out. Meanwhile, Harunaga is out of the hospital and straight back in the car.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. OVERTAKE! Season 1 Episode 1 - The Man Who Races
    8.0/10(87 votes)

    #8 - The Man Who Races

    S1:E1

    Photographer Kouya Madoka is assigned to work a Super GT event, but as he wanders through the support race paddock, his curiosity is piqued by the sheer variety of teams and drivers on display in the world of Formula 4.

    Director:Ei Aoki
    Writer:Ayumi Sekine

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  9. OVERTAKE! Season 1 Episode 2 - Enthusiasm and Spirit
    7.9/10(66 votes)

    #9 - Enthusiasm and Spirit

    S1:E2

    An inspired Madoka barges into Komaki Motors HQ and declares he wants to sponsor their F4 outfit, but it quickly becomes apparent that he has no idea how much it actually costs to go racing.

    Director:Makoto Kato
    Writer:Ayumi Sekine

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  10. OVERTAKE! Season 1 Episode 8 - Birds of a Feather
    7.9/10(44 votes)

    #10 - Birds of a Feather

    S1:E8

    While Satsuki recovers from his injuries in hospital, his replacement hasn't exactly impressed those in charge at Belsorriso, leading their eyes to be cast in the direction of Haruka.

    Director:Himari Tamagawa
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. OVERTAKE! Season 1 Episode 5 - Chariots of Fire
    7.7/10(53 votes)

    #11 - Chariots of Fire

    S1:E5

    Haruka and the two drivers from Belsorriso, Satsuki and Toshiki, take part in a race of a different kind.

    Director:Shoko Shiga
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. OVERTAKE! Season 1 Episode 7 - Underexposure
    7.6/10(47 votes)

    #12 - Underexposure

    S1:E7

    Satsuki's horror crash reopens old wounds, and to make matters worse, Mikazuki Beverages abruptly end their sponsorship deal with Komaki Motors. How will Haruka—and more importantly, Kouya—cope with this sudden turn of events?

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Best Episodes Summary

"Overtake" is the best rated episode of "OVERTAKE!". It scored 9.1/10 based on 47 votes. Directed by Ei Aoki, Shu Watanabe, Minori Mizuno and written by Ayumi Sekine, Ei Aoki, it aired on 12/17/2023. This episode scored 0.2 points higher than the second highest rated, "The Day of the Disaster".