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Free! (Japanese: フリー！Hepburn: Furii!) is a Japanese anime television series produced by Kyoto Animation and Animation Do. It is loosely based on a light novel written by Kouji Ohji titled, High☆Speed！ (Japanese: ハイ☆スピード！, Hepburn: Hai Supiido！), which received an Honorable Mention in Kyoto Animation's 2nd annual award contest. The series and its related films have been airing in Japan since July 3rd, 2013. Season One focuses on Haruka, Makoto, Rin and Nagisa, all members of the same swimming club in elementary school. They win a tournament just before graduation, after which Rin leaves to study in Australia. Upon his return and enrolment in Samezuka Academy and its swim club, the Iwatobi High School boys revitalize their own school's swim club and the two teams compete for national recognition. Season Two focuses on Haruka and his troubles over not knowing what to do after high school graduation. With the help of his friends, however, he realizes that he wants to continue swimming competitively at the college level. Season Three follows Haruka and Makoto attending university in Tokyo, where they reunite with their former junior high school teammates, Ikuya and Asahi. Rin, meanwhile, trains professionally in Australia. The storyline currently ends with the All-Japan Invitational, whose winners move on to global competition. Rin qualifies, while Haruka's status is uncertain. Despite this, Haruka commits to continuing his swimming career while facing competitors of equally high caliber. Several interim films depict the boys' elementary days, as well as other scenarios showcasing both school teams. A new film is slated for release in 2021, wherein the storyline will be continued.