7.5/10141 votes#1 - Episode 1
Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 5/4/2023
With the promise of money, a poor kid from Fukuoka joins a sumo training stable, but his cocky attitude doesn't score him any points.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
7.5/10124 votes#2 - Episode 2
Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 5/4/2023
Kiyoshi reluctantly goes to a hostess club with his seniors. Hungry for vengeance, he challenges his seniors during a practice match.
Director: N/A
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7.7/10115 votes#3 - Episode 3
Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 5/4/2023
To pay for his father's hospital bills, Kiyoshi resorts to some dirty tactics. His stable master finally gives him his ring name: Enno.
Director: N/A
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8.1/10115 votes#4 - Episode 4
Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 5/4/2023
After acting out publicly, Enno's position is in danger – until his stable master's wife comes to the rescue. But his opponents grow in determination.
Director: N/A
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8.2/10118 votes#5 - Episode 5
Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 5/4/2023
With an injured knee, senior sumo wrestler Enya contemplates his future. Meanwhile, Enno becomes even more arrogant as he continues his winning streak.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
8.1/10120 votes#6 - Episode 6
Season 1 Episode 6 - Aired 5/4/2023
With the reporter's words ringing in his ears, Shizuuchi gives Enno a match he won't ever forget. Later, Shizuuchi revisits his dark past.
Director: N/A
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8.8/10149 votes#7 - Episode 7
Season 1 Episode 7 - Aired 5/4/2023
Enno finds a newfound respect and focus, surprising and energizing his stablemates; but his bout with Shizuuchi has had a lasting effect on him.
Director: N/A
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7.8/10146 votes#8 - Episode 8
Season 1 Episode 8 - Aired 5/4/2023
Enya's retirement ceremony is held. A new year and a new season begins; for his first match, Enno will go up against none other than Shizuuchi.
Director: N/A
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The Best Episodes of Sanctuary Season 1
Every episode of Sanctuary Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Sanctuary Season 1!
A tough, desperate kid becomes a sumo wrestler, captivating fans with his cocky attitude — and upsetting an industry steeped in tradition.
Genre:Drama
Network:Netflix
Season 1 Ratings Summary
"Episode 1" is the best rated episode of "Sanctuary" season 1. It scored 7.5/10 based on 141 votes. Directed by N/A and written by N/A, it aired on 5/4/2023. This episode is rated 0.0 points higher than the second-best, "Episode 2".