Hammer Session! (2010)

Other name: ハンマーセッション!

Description:

Hammer Session! is a thrilling live-action drama adapted from the popular manga series written by Koganemaru Yamato and Yatsu Hiroyuki, with illustrations by Tanahashi Namoshiro. The story begins with a dramatic escape when a police truck crashes, freeing two prisoners. While one is a dangerous gangster, the other is our protagonist, Otowa Yonko, a genius con artist who specializes in swindling money from ruthless criminals and terrorists. Through a bizarre twist of fate, the fugitive Otowa Yonko finds himself at a nearby high school. To evade recapture, he strikes a secret deal with the headmaster to undergo a Hammer Session. Assuming the new identity of teacher Hachisuka Goro, the brilliant con artist must now apply his unique skills to educate troubled students. This captivating adaptation blends suspense, comedy, and school life, showing how a master manipulator transforms into an unconventional educator. Will Hachisuka Goro manage to keep his true identity secret while delivering his tough-love lessons?

Producer: TBS

Director: Nakamae Yuji [中前勇児] and Aso Manabu [麻生学]

Country: Japanese

Status: Completed

Released: 2010

Genre:Comedy; Friendship; School; Youth