Hana is a nine-year-old girl who lives in constant fear of her abusive family; Michiko is a sexy woman who has just done the unthinkable: broken out of the impenetrable Diamandra Penitentiary. After Hana is whisked away by Michiko, who claims to be her mother, the duo sets forth on a high octane ride towards freedom. In the streets of Brazil and aboard Michiko's motorcycle, Hana and Michiko will look for Hana's long lost father, try to learn to co-exist and get along together, and stay one step ahead of the police and afro-clad Atsuko.
Michiko & Hatchin (Season 1)
Farewell, Cruel Paradise! (Episode 1) 5.0
Writer: Takashi Ujita
Air date: 2008-10-16
Runtime: 23 min
Overview: Michiko Malandro breaks out of a high-security prison to see her long-lost love, Hiroshi. Elsewhere, Hiroshi's daughter, Hana Morenos, lives the life of Cinderella among her adoptive family, waiting for someone to come and take her away from them.
The Brown Sugar Outlaw (Episode 2) 5.0
Writer: Takashi Ujita
Air date: 2008-10-30
Runtime: 23 min
Overview: Having abducted Hana from her adoptive family, Michiko is on the run from the law when she runs out of gas. Hot in pursuit is Atsuko, a police sergeant and acquaintance of Michiko's from childhood, and the one who put her in jail in the first place.
Like a Frantic Pinball (Episode 3) 5.0
Writer: Takashi Ujita
Air date: 2008-11-06
Runtime: 23 min
Overview: In coastal São Cabal, Michiko consults a fortune teller to continue her search for Hiroshi. When Hatchin loses her shoes, and Michiko steals another pair to replace them, Hatchin takes on a job at a restaurant to pay for them, but gets in over her head.
Stray Cat Milky Way (Episode 4) 5.0
Writer: Takashi Ujita
Air date: 2008-11-13
Runtime: 23 min
Overview: Michiko is summoned at gunpoint to see Rico, the local favela boss. Pepê Lima, a dancer at a nearby nightclub run by Rico, approaches Hatchin with information about Hiroshi. However, Pepê has an agenda of her own for meeting with Michiko and Hatchin.
The Saudade of Fools, Parte 1 (Episode 5) 5.0
Writer: Takashi Ujita
Air date: 2008-11-20
Runtime: 23 min
Overview: Michiko visits her old friend Ivan to ask the whereabouts of a man named Satoshi, who might know where Hiroshi is. Thinking the task ahead to be dangerous, Michiko leaves Hatchin with Zelia Bastos at the orphanage where she grew up, for her safety.
The Saudade of Fools, Parte 2 (Episode 6) 5.0
Writer: Takashi Ujita
Air date: 2008-11-20
Runtime: 23 min
Overview: With Hatchin missing, Michiko confronts Zelia. Ivan informs Michiko that Hatchin is likely being held by a local mob leader named Vasily at a bullfighting arena, in order to draw Michiko to them so they can take revenge for the events of 12 years ago.
The Rain That Falls in Monotone (Episode 7) 5.0
Writer: Takashi Ujita
Air date: 2008-12-04
Runtime: 23 min
Overview: When Michiko's motorbike breaks down, the two are stranded for several days in a rural river settlement. While there, Michiko becomes attracted to a man named Bruno, but has second thoughts when she finds out that he is a married man.
Black Noise and a Dope Game (Episode 8) 5.0
Writer: Takashi Ujita
Air date: 2008-12-11
Runtime: 23 min
Overview: Michiko and Hatchin arrive in Osso, and their bickering grows ever worse. Shinsuke, a lieutenant in the crime syndicate Monstro Preto, checks in on one of their member organizations. While out and about, Hatchin stumbles across a man named Satoshi.
The Chocolate Girl in Love (Episode 9) 5.0
Writer: Takashi Ujita
Air date: 2008-12-11
Runtime: 23 min
Overview: In the town of Perna, famous for its weeping Maria statue, Hatchin is traveling alone and low on money. She befriends a young girl from the local circus named Rita, who is infatuated with her adult performing partner, and desperate to grow up.
The Carnival of Hyenas (Episode 10) 5.0
Writer: Takashi Ujita
Air date: 2008-12-18
Runtime: 23 min
Overview: Satoshi tracks down Manabe, a former captain in Monstro Preto, and takes him and his family hostage. He orders Shinsuke to send the battered Michiko to him on a train, and sets about to get back at Manabe for humiliating him many years before.
Starting Line Downpour (Episode 11) 5.0
Writer: Takashi Ujita
Air date: 2009-01-08
Runtime: 23 min
Overview: As Michiko hurries to catch up with the circus, Hatchin is adjusting to life without her. A former performer, coincidentally named Michiko, takes an interest in the children with the circus. However, an investigative reporter insists they are in danger.
Purgatory: 108°C Telepathy (Episode 12) 5.0
Writer: Takashi Ujita
Air date: 2009-01-15
Runtime: 23 min
Overview: When Michiko takes ill, she and Hatchin check into a hotel. Worried about the costs they are incurring and the risk of going to a proper hospital, Hatchin seeks an alternative route to treat Michiko. Will her plan work out as well as she hopes?
Goldfish of the Marsh (Episode 13) 5.0
Writer: Takashi Ujita
Air date: 2009-01-22
Runtime: 23 min
Overview: After being demoted, Atsuko is reassigned to Ilha Azul, a small town on the edge of the jungle. There, she befriends Vanessa Lee, a girl who reminds her of her younger self, and who, like her, wants to get out of town and move on with her life.
The Daredevil Explosive Runner (Episode 14) 5.0
Writer: Takashi Ujita
Air date: 2009-01-29
Runtime: 23 min
Overview: Satoshi hires assassins to kill Michiko, Atsuko, and Shinsuke. When Shinsuke's assassin, Jair, spots Michiko first, he decides to pursue her, instead. Jair decides to challenge Michiko to a contest, to see which one of them can kill the other first.
Graffiti in Vain (Episode 15) 5.0
Writer: Takashi Ujita
Air date: 2009-02-05
Runtime: 23 min
Overview: While in town, waiting on repairs to the bike, Hatchin spots an old favorite book for sale. The boy who works at the bookstore, Lenine, sees her, and starts to fuss over her. Hatchin, however, is unsure how to handle this new and unfamiliar attention.
Etude of Crimson Inconstancy (Episode 16) 5.0
Writer: Takashi Ujita
Air date: 2009-02-12
Runtime: 23 min
Overview: Michiko and Hatchin reach the tomato production plant where they anticipate finding Hiroshi. Once inside, they meet Elis, the woman who appears in the photograph with him. Michiko confronts her about stealing Hiroshi, but Elis reacts unexpectedly.
Buckets of Blood! Opera That Stirs the Heart (Episode 17) 5.0
Writer: Takashi Ujita
Air date: 2009-02-12
Runtime: 23 min
Overview: Michiko goes to pick up the fake I.D.s she had made, but finds that she is unable to pay for them. When Michiko fails to return, Hatchin goes out looking for her, and ends up being taken in by a kindly Chinese opera singer who offers to help find her.
The Fool's Ballistic Samba (Episode 18) 5.0
Writer: Takashi Ujita
Air date: 2009-02-19
Runtime: 23 min
Overview: Michiko and Hatchin make their way into São Paraíso, and happen upon one of Hiroshi's old business associates. When Michiko becomes forlorn after finding out that Hiroshi had not mentioned her, Hatchin comes up with a plan to cheer Michiko up again.
Nettlesome Light-Blocking Butterfly (Episode 19) 6.0
Writer: Takashi Ujita
Air date: 2009-03-05
Runtime: 23 min
Overview: Michiko and Hatchin hop a freight train bound for Goinia, hoping to find Hiroshi there. Satoshi is set up by one of his former subordinates, makes his escape aboard the same train. Meanwhile, Atsuko has plans of her own for both Michiko and Hatchin.
Rendezvous of Extermination (Episode 20) 5.0
Writer: Takashi Ujita
Air date: 2009-03-05
Runtime: 23 min
Overview: Satoshi and Hatchin arrive in a town Satoshi left desolate ten years earlier. Satoshi calls Shinsuke, and challenges him to settle matters once and for all. While waiting for Shinsuke to arrive, Satoshi tells Hatchin more tales about Hiroshi.
Last Waltz Blooming Out of Season (Episode 21) 5.0
Writer: Takashi Ujita
Air date: 2009-03-12
Runtime: 23 min
Overview: In an attempt to locate Hiroshi, Satoshi coerces a local crime boss, Juninho, to search for him. However, Juninho is already out to get Hiroshi for some outstanding debts. Michiko continues to elude police, and ends up cornered at a traveling carnival.
Run As You Are (Episode 22) 5.0
Writer: Takashi Ujita
Air date: 2009-03-19
Runtime: 23 min
Overview: The local police force closes in on Michiko and Hatchin, out to frame Michiko to clear themselves of their own wrongdoing. Michiko and Hatchin have an intense standoff with the police captain. Atsuko and Ricardo arrive to take Michiko into custody.
