Romeo, a poor kid living in a Swiss village, bravely sells himself into servitude as a chimney sweep in order to save his family. On his way to Milan he meets a mysterious boy named Alfredo, and they become fast friends. Life as a chimney sweep is hard and dangerous. But together, and with the help of some new friends, Romeo and Alfredo find themselves striving for a better life.
Cast: Ai Orikasa, Toshiko Fujita, Akemi Okamura
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Season 1
33 episodes
1. The Alps! A Major Event in a Small VillageRomeo wants to participate in the pole climbing competition, in which several boys compete to get a trophy placed on top of a pole. Meanwhile, Luini, a mysterious man known as the god of death, arrives in the village.NRCC23minJan 15, 1995
2. The Beginning of Fate - A Family in FlamesThe fire started by Luini devastates the only cornfield that Romeo's family has left. Romeo's family rush to the field to try to save the domestic animals, but Roberto injures his head while leaping out of the flames.NRCC23minJan 22, 1995
3. Goodbye, My VillageDue to the injures suffered during the fire, Roberto's condition worsens to the point of going blind if he is not treated urgently.NRCC23minJan 29, 1995
4. The Boy in the PortraitAfter being treated by doctor Baresi, Roberto will recover and will not go blind. Romeo has sacrificed himself for the sake of his family and must now leave the village.NRCC23minFeb 5, 1995
5. A Night at the TavernLuini locks up the boys before crossing the lake by boat to get to Milan. Among them is Dante, who devises a plan to escape.NRCC23minFeb 12, 1995
6. The Boat Sinks! Friendship in the StormThe boat in which Romeo and the others are traveling to Milan is hit by a storm and sinks.NRCC23minFeb 19, 1995
7. The House Where an Angel LivesIn Milan, Romeo and Alfredo are sold as chimney sweeps to different bosses, having to separate, but not before swearing eternal friendship. Romeo is taken by Rossi, his buyer, to his house, where he will start a new life.NRCC23minFeb 26, 1995
8. A Gift From an AngelCleaning chimneys is harder than Romeo could imagine. And worst of all is that when he comes home tired from work he doesn't get a piece of bread. However, an angel who lives in the house cares for him.NRCC23minMar 5, 1995
9. Moonlit Love LetterRomeo goes to clean Professor Casella's fireplace who, to thank him, gives him an illustrated book.NRCC23minMar 12, 1995
10. The Sketchbook of the Blue SkyRomeo manages to get the key which keeps his door locked, so he can go out to meet Angeletta, becoming friends.NRCC23minMar 19, 1995
11. Let's Be FriendsRomeo watches from the rooftop of a house that one of the Wolf Pack members is ambushed by another gang of boys, but then the rest of the pack appears and a fight breaks out.NRCC23minApr 23, 1995
12. Vanishing Into the Foggy CityRomeo finds Anselmo lying on the street and covered in bruises. Anselmo tells Romeo that he confronted Tachioni because he hates outsiders and wants to kick Romeo out of town.NRCC23minApr 30, 1995
13. Reuniun in the Underground SewerRomeo fights the Wolf Pack, who think he has denounced them to the police, but is saved at the last minute by a masked boy.NRCC23minMay 7, 1995
14. Run Away!! Quickly!The carriage Romeo has sneaked into contains explosives that the robbers intend to use to blow up the police station and free their imprisoned friend.NRCC23minMay 14, 1995
15. Light the Fire! The Oath of ElevenAfter proving his innocence, Romeo's conditions at Rossis' house get better. Marcello gives him a day off and Romeo decides to search for Alfredo in the streets of Milan.NRCC23minMay 21, 1995
16. My Rival Is Alfredo!After a long time, Romeo and Alfredo finally reunited and joined other young chimney sweeps to form the Black Brothers fraternity with Alfredo in command to confront the Wolf Pack.NRCC23minMay 28, 1995
17. The Duel at San Babila ChurchSince the Wolf Pack has no intention of stopping picking on the chimney sweeps, the Black Brothers, fed up with running away, decide to stand up to them.NRCC23minJun 4, 1995
18. Reach the Morning Sun! The Song of UnityAs retaliation for losing the fight at San Babila church, Michaelo was kidnapped by the Wolf Pack.NRCC23minJun 11, 1995
19. Grandma Is a WitchMarcello Rossi receives a letter from his mother, Mimi, announcing she will pay them a visit soon.NRCC23minJun 18, 1995
20. Grandpa Theo's Puppet ShowRomeo and Angeletta meet the old puppeteer Teo and little Nana.NRCC23minJul 2, 1995
21. Angeletta's SecretMatteo tells the boys the story of Marcello Rossi and Angeletta: a countess named Isabella is the girl's grandmother.NRCC23minJul 9, 1995
22. I Finally Met Grandmother!Angeletta's greatest wish is to meet her grandmother, the Countess Isabella Montovani, before her serious illness progresses.NRCC23minAug 6, 1995
23. Goodbye, My AngelAngeletta's condition is deteriorating rapidly. The so-called Ice Queen Montovani wants nothing to do with her granddaughter.NRCC23minAug 13, 1995
24. Targeted SiblingsIn Milan, a wedding of the nobility is taking place and all rich and noble people of the area are invited. Even the king of Italy is expected to come.NRCC23minAug 20, 1995
25. Reunion! Bianca and AlfredoAlfredo and Bianca are still on the run from their relatives. Their aunt and uncle want the badge that Alfredo hid. This badge was bestowed on Alfredo's father by Carlo Alberto, the father of the current Italian king, and legitimizes the Martini's fortune.NRCC23minAug 27, 1995
26. A Proud SoulProfessor Casella discovers that Alfredo's illness is worse than initially thought. Alfredo also knows that he will not live much longer.NRCC23minSep 3, 1995
27. The Beginning of a Long DayAlfredo wants to restore his honor before the King of Italy and accuse his aunt and uncle of murdering his parents. Unfortunately, the Wolf Pack lure him into a trap and lock him in the sewers.NRCC23minSep 10, 1995
28. Noble AlfredoAlfredo and Bianca are still trying to show in front of the King of Italy and expose the damage that has been done to their family.NRCC23minSep 17, 1995
29. Eternal AlfredoThe big moment is here! Alfredo and his uncle Maurizio stand before the king of Italy. Both have badges in their hands, but only one belongs to the Martinis.NRCC23minOct 22, 1995
30. The Final OathRomeo suffers greatly from the sudden death of his friend Alfredo. He sinks into a deep sadness and distances himself more and more from reality.NRCC23minOct 29, 1995
31. The True TreasureThe circus is coming to town. The Black Brothers want to see it, but they only have enough money for a ticket.NRCC23minDec 3, 1995
32. A Wonderful Christmas EveWhile working one day, Romeo falls from a chimney and breaks his leg. Professor Casella agrees to have him at his place until his leg heals.NRCC23minDec 10, 1995
33. To the Sky! Riding the Wings of FreedomSpring has fallen and Romeo's contract with Maestro Rossi is over. It is time for Romeo to say goodbye to Milan and return home in Sonogno.NRCC23minDec 17, 1995
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Romeo, a poor kid living in a Swiss village, bravely sells himself into servitude as a chimney sweep in order to save his family. On his way to Milan he meets a mysterious boy named Alfredo, and they become fast friends. Life as a chimney sweep is hard and dangerous. But together, and with the help of some new friends, Romeo and Alfredo find themselves striving for a better life.
Creators and cast
- Created by
- Akio Yogo, Yoshihiro Suzuki, Senya Suzuki
- Studio
- Nippon Animation
