
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.
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Episodes
- Episode 1: 1. The Alps! A Major Event in a Small VillageJanuary 15, 1995 · 23 minRomeo 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.
- Episode 2: 2. The Beginning of Fate - A Family in FlamesJanuary 22, 1995 · 23 minThe 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.
- Episode 3: 3. Goodbye, My VillageJanuary 29, 1995 · 23 minDue to the injures suffered during the fire, Roberto's condition worsens to the point of going blind if he is not treated urgently.
- Episode 4: 4. The Boy in the PortraitFebruary 5, 1995 · 23 minAfter 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.
- Episode 5: 5. A Night at the TavernFebruary 12, 1995 · 23 minLuini locks up the boys before crossing the lake by boat to get to Milan. Among them is Dante, who devises a plan to escape.
- Episode 6: 6. The Boat Sinks! Friendship in the StormFebruary 19, 1995 · 23 minThe boat in which Romeo and the others are traveling to Milan is hit by a storm and sinks.
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- Episode 7: 7. The House Where an Angel LivesFebruary 26, 1995 · 23 minIn 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.
- Episode 8: 8. A Gift From an AngelMarch 5, 1995 · 23 minCleaning 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.
- Episode 9: 9. Moonlit Love LetterMarch 12, 1995 · 23 minRomeo goes to clean Professor Casella's fireplace who, to thank him, gives him an illustrated book.
- Episode 10: 10. The Sketchbook of the Blue SkyMarch 19, 1995 · 23 minRomeo manages to get the key which keeps his door locked, so he can go out to meet Angeletta, becoming friends.
- Episode 11: 11. Let's Be FriendsApril 23, 1995 · 23 minRomeo 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.
- Episode 12: 12. Vanishing Into the Foggy CityApril 30, 1995 · 23 minRomeo 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.
- Episode 13: 13. Reuniun in the Underground SewerMay 7, 1995 · 23 minRomeo fights the Wolf Pack, who think he has denounced them to the police, but is saved at the last minute by a masked boy.
- Episode 14: 14. Run Away!! Quickly!May 14, 1995 · 23 minThe carriage Romeo has sneaked into contains explosives that the robbers intend to use to blow up the police station and free their imprisoned friend.
- Episode 15: 15. Light the Fire! The Oath of ElevenMay 21, 1995 · 23 minAfter 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.
- Episode 16: 16. My Rival Is Alfredo!May 28, 1995 · 23 minAfter 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.
- Episode 17: 17. The Duel at San Babila ChurchJune 4, 1995 · 23 minSince 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.
- Episode 18: 18. Reach the Morning Sun! The Song of UnityJune 11, 1995 · 23 minAs retaliation for losing the fight at San Babila church, Michaelo was kidnapped by the Wolf Pack.
- Episode 19: 19. Grandma Is a WitchJune 18, 1995 · 23 minMarcello Rossi receives a letter from his mother, Mimi, announcing she will pay them a visit soon.
- Episode 20: 20. Grandpa Theo's Puppet ShowJuly 2, 1995 · 23 minRomeo and Angeletta meet the old puppeteer Teo and little Nana.
- Episode 21: 21. Angeletta's SecretJuly 9, 1995 · 23 minMatteo tells the boys the story of Marcello Rossi and Angeletta: a countess named Isabella is the girl's grandmother.
- Episode 22: 22. I Finally Met Grandmother!August 6, 1995 · 23 minAngeletta's greatest wish is to meet her grandmother, the Countess Isabella Montovani, before her serious illness progresses.
- Episode 23: 23. Goodbye, My AngelAugust 13, 1995 · 23 minAngeletta's condition is deteriorating rapidly. The so-called Ice Queen Montovani wants nothing to do with her granddaughter.
- Episode 24: 24. Targeted SiblingsAugust 20, 1995 · 23 minIn 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.
- Episode 25: 25. Reunion! Bianca and AlfredoAugust 27, 1995 · 23 minAlfredo 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.
- Episode 26: 26. A Proud SoulSeptember 3, 1995 · 23 minProfessor Casella discovers that Alfredo's illness is worse than initially thought. Alfredo also knows that he will not live much longer.
- Episode 27: 27. The Beginning of a Long DaySeptember 10, 1995 · 23 minAlfredo 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.
- Episode 28: 28. Noble AlfredoSeptember 17, 1995 · 23 minAlfredo 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.
- Episode 29: 29. Eternal AlfredoOctober 22, 1995 · 23 minThe 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.
- Episode 30: 30. The Final OathOctober 29, 1995 · 23 minRomeo suffers greatly from the sudden death of his friend Alfredo. He sinks into a deep sadness and distances himself more and more from reality.
- Episode 31: 31. The True TreasureDecember 3, 1995 · 23 minThe circus is coming to town. The Black Brothers want to see it, but they only have enough money for a ticket.
- Episode 32: 32. A Wonderful Christmas EveDecember 10, 1995 · 23 minWhile 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.
- Episode 33: 33. To the Sky! Riding the Wings of FreedomDecember 17, 1995 · 23 minSpring 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.
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Credits
- Ai OrikasaRomeo (voice) · 33 episodes
- Toshiko FujitaAlfredo (voice) · 33 episodes
- Akemi OkamuraBianca (voice) · 33 episodes
- Maria KawamuraAngeletta (voice) · 33 episodes
- Masahiro AnzaiMarcello Rossi (voice) · 33 episodes
- Tsutomu KashiwakuraAnselmo Rossi (voice) · 33 episodes
- Kōzō KusubaDirector · 13 episodes
Film and series details
- EPISODE LENGTH
- 23 minutes
- FIRST AIRED
- January 15, 1995
- LAST AIRED
- December 17, 1995
- PRODUCTION COMPANY
- Nippon Animation
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