Best Sci-Fi Anime of 2007

Deep beneath the surface in an isolated underground village, Simon and Kamina spend their days together. Kamina is a bold, reckless dreamer eager to forge his own path, whereas Simon is a shy youth with no grand aspirations. While digging one day, Simon stumbles upon a peculiar artifact that awakens an ancient war machine they christen Lagann. Equipped with this new weapon, the pair defends their home against a sudden assault from the surface, receiving crucial aid from Yoko Littner, a fierce red-haired warrior who roams the upper world wielding a colossal firearm. Following their triumph, the sky is revealed to them for the first time, igniting a shared desire to explore the desolate surface alongside Yoko. They quickly become entangled in a war against the Beastmen, monstrous humanoids who terrorize the remnants of humanity with their powerful mecha known as Gunmen. Despite facing countless hardships and defeats, the trio battles valiantly alongside other survivors to reclaim the surface and uncover a cosmic mystery that stretches across the galaxy.

Following the Second Impact, what remains of Japan is Tokyo-3, a city under assault by giant creatures called Angels that are determined to wipe out humanity. Having not seen his father in over eight years, Shinji Ikari receives an urgent phone call telling him to report to NERV Headquarters, the organization responsible for fighting the Angels using giant mechs known as Evas. Shinji's task is to pilot Eva Unit 01 and cooperate with Ayanami Rei, the pilot of Eva Unit 00. Note: The film exists in several versions, distinguished by version number: • 1.0: Sep 1, 2007 - Original theatrical release • 1.01: Apr 25, 2008 - DVD release with minor adjustments and fine-tuning of picture, editing, and sound quality. • Explanation of Evangelion 1.01 - Bundled with the special edition DVD release of 1.01, this feature overlays large captions that provide the "official designations" for people, locations, weapons, technology, and the like. • 1.11: May 27, 2009 - Blu-ray/DVD re-release adding 3 minutes of new animation to the first 15 minutes and correcting video issues present in the previous release.

In a future where humanity has depleted its fossil fuel reserves, leading to a major energy shortage, society turns to solar power as an alternative. The world realigns into three major factions: the Union of Solar Energy and Free Nations, the Advanced European Union, and the Human Reform League, each possessing a solar generator providing limitless energy. This situation devastates former fossil fuel exporters, sparking ongoing conflicts and wars over control of solar energy. Amid this turmoil, a mysterious paramilitary group called "Celestial Being" arises, committed to eradicating all warfare through armed intervention using advanced Mobile Suits known as Gundams. The narrative of Mobile Suit Gundam 00 follows Celestial Being's Gundam Meisters—Setsuna F. Seiei, Lockon Stratos, Allelujah Haptism, and Tieria Erde. These individuals are thrust into the violent confrontations among the three superpowers, each striving to achieve a peaceful world.

During a summer camp, fifteen children discover a hidden cave near the beach while spending time together. Inside the cave, they find a strange room where they meet Kokopelli, a mysterious figure. He offers them a game that involves taking turns piloting a giant robot to protect Earth from alien threats. Believing it to be a harmless simulation, all but one child agree and sign a contract. That night, the giant robot appears in reality, and the children are transported into its cockpit. There, they find Kokopelli, who engages in battle with another robotic being that suddenly appears. After their victory, Kokopelli tries to apologize, but the children are returned to the ground among the wreckage before he can finish. After recovering from the shock of the real fight, the robot vanishes, leaving the children scared and confused. What seemed like a simple game soon reveals the high stakes involved and how their fates become tied to the choices they must now make.

In the near future, augmented reality has become an everyday part of life. Middle schooler Yuuko "Yasako" Okonogi and her family move to Daikoku City, ignoring rumors of strange disappearances. There, her grandmother, known as "Mega-baa," runs Megasia, a shop that sells illegal devices for accessing hidden areas of the virtual world. Mega-baa also leads an informal detective group called "Coil," made up of young people who investigate corruption in the digital realm. Yasako joins this group when Fumie Hashimoto, a cheerful member of Coil, helps rescue her cyberdog Densuke, who gets trapped in virtual space while chasing a mysterious virus. Another key figure in the investigation is Yuuko Amasawa, a sarcastic hacker nicknamed Isako. As Coil digs deeper into the mystery of these viruses and the underlying corruption, the stakes grow higher. Can they uncover the truth, and what will they have to sacrifice along the way?

In response to the Golden Race's call for exploration across the stars, three sentient species—known as the Bronze, Silver, and Heroic Tribes—answered. Just before the Gold Tribe departed for another universe, humanity, who had independently achieved space travel, was acknowledged as the Iron Tribe. As time passes, humanity endures severe oppression from the more advanced races and teeters on the brink of extinction. Driven by a prophecy left by the Gold Tribe, Princess Deianeira embarks on a quest to find a powerful being capable of saving humanity. During her journey, she discovers a young boy with wild hair on a barren planet—a chance meeting that could change the course of human fate and the entire universe.

In the wake of an asteroid impact that destroyed Pluto twenty years ago, the asteroid Thanatos has halted, posing a threat to Earth's future. The International Solarsystem Development Agency (ISDA) launches the "D-Project" to address this danger by creating a special weapon called the "Dragonaut," forged from a dragon egg found beneath the ocean. However, the ISDA discovers that Thanatos is not the only menace, as dragon-like beings begin appearing on Earth. Jin Kamishina, an 18-year-old orphan who lost his family in a shuttle accident two years earlier, becomes central to these events when he witnesses one of these creatures attack and kill someone. Jin is then chosen to pilot the Dragonaut and gets drawn into the mysteries surrounding the dragons. A girl named Toa saves him from a fall during a creature's assault and aids him on his journey. As they uncover more about the dragons' origins, Jin and Toa encounter both allies and enemies, strengthening their bond along the way.

In the wake of Earth's destruction caused by severe pollution, the global powers established Superior Domination to facilitate space colonization. Over centuries, humanity surrendered its freedom to the artificial intelligence known as Grand Mother. At the age of 14, individuals have their memories wiped and are assigned predetermined roles. Jomy Marquis Shin, a kind-hearted adolescent protected by his parents, escapes this fate with the assistance of Soldier Blue, the leader of the Mu faction. The Mu, a psychic offshoot of humanity, reside aboard the spacecraft Shangri-La. Believing Jomy poses a threat to their control, officials from Superior Domination pursue him to the Mu. Years later, now leading the Mu resistance, Jomy journeys to Terra to evade Keith Anyan, an agent of Superior Domination determined to eliminate any threats to their authority. Alongside his allies, Jomy races to reach humanity's birthplace before Keith can extinguish their final hope for survival.

A collection of seven animated short films produced by Studio 4°C: 1.) Genius Party (directed by Atsuko Fukushima) A strange, bird-like creature dashes across a lifeless desert and stumbles upon what appears to be a smiling egg resting on the ground. 2.) Shanghai Dragon (directed by Shouji Kawamori) A creative young boy from China discovers a futuristic gadget that brings his own drawings to life. After he finds the device, the town he lives in faces an invasion by spaceships and colossal war machines that are hundreds of years ahead of Earth's technology. 3.) Deathtic 4 (directed by Shinji Kimura) A story set in a world overrun by zombies who live their own ordinary zombie lives. A living frog falls from the darkened sky of this zombie realm, and a small zombie boy, together with his friends, attempts to return the creature to its own world. 4.) Doorbell (directed by Youji Fukuyama) The protagonist is a ghost inhabiting his own dimension. He must flee from alternate versions of himself, or else they will seize control of his existence. 5.) Limit Cycle (directed by Hideki Futamura) An existential exploration of reality as experienced by a man who appears to be caught in an unending loop of labor. 6.) Happy Machine (directed by Masaaki Yuasa) A baby, safely content in their own nursery, suddenly realizes that everything around them is artificial. The infant is soon cast out of the nursery into the outside world, where adventure awaits and many alien-like creatures are encountered. 7.) Baby Blue (directed by Shinichirou Watanabe) A small-scale adventure involving two young students who decide to travel anywhere they can for just one day, living that day without concern for anything else, simply to be together.

Akari Mizunashi dreams about what her life will be like once she finally achieves her goal of becoming a Prima Undine, but when she wakes up, she realizes she might not truly have the confidence to manage Aria Company by herself. Anxious about what lies ahead, she turns to her mentor Alicia Florence—one of the three great "Water Fairies" of Neo-Venezia—for advice. To Akari's surprise, Alicia opens up about her own past struggles, but also explains the steps she took to overcome her self-doubt about running the company and taking on an apprentice. Finding comfort in her teacher's words, Akari gets ready to face whatever challenges she must overcome on her journey toward making her dreams come true.

Deunan, a skilled female fighter, and Briareos, an experienced cyborg soldier, share a tight bond both in their personal lives and on the battlefield. Serving as part of E.S.W.A.T., the elite special forces unit protecting Olympus, they are often called upon to manage high-stakes emergencies. Their relationship is tested when Tereus, a prototype Bioroid, is assigned to their team.

In the bonus episode packaged with the Nintendo DS version of the game, Kamina, envious of how clean Simon's Lagann is, seeks out the enigmatic Chitori to have his own Gurren buffed. Without realizing her true intentions, Kamina waits excitedly for the outcome.

In the wake of a catastrophic event on Kamioki Island five years ago that wiped out all human life, Mari Wakatake was the sole survivor—but the trauma left her with no memory of what happened. Now attending a remote girls' academy, Mari is unaware that hidden observers are watching her, waiting for her lost recollections to return. Buried deep in her subconscious is a chilling truth: while she is officially the only human survivor, she may not have been the only one to endure. When a being that looks like a girl arrives at Kaihou Academy, Mari feels an inexplicable connection to this mysterious figure, who seems to be her only chance to uncover the truth, even as she struggles to trust.

In his youth, Yuu Kusaka wished upon a falling star to stand up for justice and protect the vulnerable. After losing a close friend, however, he abandoned that promise. Instead of using his unusual ability to help others, he turned it into a way to earn money, ignoring the suffering around him. His selfish path changes when he finds himself fighting for survival against a fellow student with similar powers. Rescued by the mysterious Eimu Yoake, who also wields strange abilities, he learns that his power comes from an Ayakashi—a parasitic entity that grants extraordinary gifts at the expense of the host’s life force. Eimu helps Yuu fully awaken his Ayakashi, and now aware of the creature within him, he is forced to honor his childhood vow by using his new powers to defend others and confront those who misuse their Ayakashi for evil purposes. At the same time, he sets out to uncover the truth behind his friend’s death.

When an alien force eventually called the "Neuroi" attacks Earth around the 1940s, the world is devastated by destruction. However, one man is able to lead the invention of an anti-Neuroi weapon known as the "Striker unit" which augments magical power and also enables flight through two mechanical lower-leg coverings known as a sort of witches' "broom." Young witches from around the world are gathered together to fight back in a force known as Strike Witches. The inventor, however, was thought to have been killed during service. The daughter of the inventor leads a relatively normal life except for her untrained and incredible magical power which she hopes to use one day in healing. However, she is suddenly whisked away on a search to see if her father is actually alive. She encounters his invention and the possibility of perhaps using it herself.

In a world where magic and technology exist side by side, lone tactical sorcerer Rayotte Steinberg fights against transformed beings—creatures that were once human but changed after overusing forbidden magic. To keep his own humanity intact, he wears a "mold," a straitjacket, and wields a "staff," a powerful magical wand that can destroy any target. Every time Rayotte uses a spell, he edges closer to becoming a monster himself, yet not using magic means certain death. While enduring these brutal battles, he must also confront a terrible sin from his past.

In a future where humanity fights against alien creatures called Worms, Earth endures severe losses, particularly among young men. Although the invasion is repelled, the Worms are poised to come back. To counter this persistent threat, a specialized mecha unit known as the Sonic Divers is created, composed of three young female pilots who are assigned to fight the ongoing danger.

Ani*Kuri15 is a collection of fifteen one-minute animated shorts made by different creators from Japan's animation industry. The name comes from "anime" and "creators." Season One Shinji Kimura (Studio 4°C; Art Director, Steamboy) – "Attack of Higashimachi Ni Chome"/"Attack of Higashimachi 2nd Borough" Shojiro Nishimi (Studio 4°C; Character Designer, Tekkonkinkreet) – "Uchujin Raikou Hiroshi no Baai"/"Invasion from Space – Hiroshi's Case" Akemi Hayashi (Gainax; Character Designer, Fruits Basket) – "Namida no Mukou"/"From the Other Side of the Tears" Osamu Kobayashi (Madhouse; Art/Mecha Design, Gungrave) – "Sancha Blues"/"The Aromatic Tea Blues" Yasufumi Soejima (Gonzo; 3D/CG Director, Last Exile) – "Hyotoko"/"Blaze Man" Season Two Atsushi Takeuchi (Production I.G; Mecha Design, Ghost in the Shell) – "Wandaba Kiss" Mamoru Oshii (Production I.G; Director, Ghost in the Shell) – "Project Mermaid" Kazuto Nakazawa (Studio 4°C; First Unit Director, Kill Bill Chapter 3: The Origin of O-Ren from Kill Bill: Volume 1) – "yurururu" ~Nichijou Hen~ Ranji Murata (Gonzo; Character Design, Blue Submarine No. 6) and Tatsuya Yabuta (Gonzo; Story Design, Final Fantasy VII) – "Gyrosopter" Tobira Oda (Original Manga, Danchi Tomoo) and Yasuyuki Shimizu (Key Animation, Naruto movies) (Studio 4°C) – "Supaatsu Taisa"/"Colonel Sports" Season Three Michael Arias (Studio 4°C; Director, Tekkonkinkreet) – "Okkakekko" Makoto Shinkai (Comix Wave Film; Director, The Place Promised in Our Early Days) – "Neko no Shuukai"/"A Gathering of Cats" Shoji Kawamori (Satelight; Director, The Super Dimension Fortress Macross: Do You Remember Love?) – "Project Omega" Mahiro Maeda (Gonzo; Director, Gankutsuou: The Count of Monte Cristo) – "Onmitsu Hime"/"Princess Onmitsu" Satoshi Kon (Madhouse; Director, Paprika) – "Ohayou"/"Good Morning"

One hundred and seven years ago, a massive cataclysm destroyed the Moon, shattering Earth's former satellite into 81 quintillion tons of orbital debris. Thanks to super-science, the planet itself was saved, and today, few people give much thought to that century-old disaster. Consequently, when teenage Haruka Amami auditions for the Idolmaster Project, she believes she is simply trying out to become a singing idol. Instead, Haruka finds herself at a secret school operated by the Mondenkind Agency, living with a group of other girls who have also been selected as candidates to pilot an iDOL. These are advanced robots specifically designed to intercept falling chunks of moon rock. However, the people running the Mondenkind Agency are not exactly knights in shining armor. Furthermore, there is the question of whether the iDOLs are really just robots. From almost the very first moment, Haruka begins to feel emotions resonating from within the iDOL known as Imber.

In the near future, robots are commonplace laborers for their masters. Takaya Murase acquires a maid robot from the robotic doll distributor MaidWorks. Yui, ready to lead a typical existence cleaning, cooking, and serving her owner, is bought by Takaya. However, he has different intentions for her—such as outfitting her in dress-costumes inspired by his fantasies and beyond.

Chinami Ebihara possesses a special ability that causes her to emit electromagnetic waves whenever her emotions become intense, frequently interfering with nearby electronics. Because of this power, classified as "TYPE-E," she has been forced to change schools many times during her childhood. At age 18, while moving to another new school, Chinami accidentally triggers further disruptions in technology. This time, a classmate named Kotaro Kannagi notices her powers and becomes determined to discover the truth about her unique ability.

In an alternate 21st century, robotics technology surges forward at an unprecedented pace around the globe. By 2050, Japan has cemented its position as the dominant force in the field, spearheaded by Daiwa Heavy Industries. As innovation advances to include cybernetic enhancements grafted onto the human body, the growing ambiguity between humanity and machinery provokes a dramatic reversal in global sentiment. Reacting to this unease, the United Nations imposes a sweeping prohibition on all further robotics research and development in 2067. Japan raises fierce objections to the measure, yet finds itself powerless to halt its ratification. In defiance, the nation severs itself from international affairs, adopting a policy of total technological seclusion. With the exception of minimal trade relations, Japan effectively vanishes from the global stage. A decade later, a string of strange occurrences convinces SWORD, the American technological enforcement agency, that Japan has been secretly pursuing extensive forbidden research through the RACE network. In response, SWORD deploys a specialized squad of agents to breach the country's borders and collect intelligence on its activities. Among them is Vexille, a seasoned operative, who stumbles upon the terrifying reality concealed behind the ten years of Japan's self-imposed isolation.

The narrative of Mushi-uta unfolds in the not-so-distant future. A decade prior to the events, mysterious insect-like beings dubbed "Mushi" started to emerge. These Mushi have the ability to devour people's dreams and thoughts in exchange for granting them supernatural abilities. By the conclusion of the first episode, the main character, Daisuke "Kakkou" Kusuriya, meets a young girl named Shiika Anmoto. Over time, the two grow very close. Yet, Kakkou is unaware that Shiika is a fugitive from a clandestine facility called GARDEN, where individuals infected by the Mushi—known as Mushitsuki—are confined. The military division of GARDEN, the Special Environmental Conservation Executive Office, dispatches their most skilled assassin to capture Shiika. However, they encounter opposition from the Mushibane resistance group, led by the mysterious figure known as "Ladybird."

In the 21st-century city of Westland, New York, a serial killer is on the loose, attacking victims indiscriminately. A young girl barely escapes an assault, witnessing the brutal act. Returning to their hometown, Meg and Joe plan to commemorate the "birthday" of Shirley, a former orphan who once shared Meg’s life. As orphans themselves, they chose the day they first met as Shirley’s birthday. Before Joe entered the picture, Meg looked after Shirley and two other children. Eventually, these children were adopted by Sam, a principled police officer, and were believed to be living a peaceful life under his care. While Meg and Joe assist someone and earn a reward, they decide to purchase a gift for Shirley and visit Sam. Upon arrival, they notice Sam acting oddly. Upon inquiry, Sam reveals that Shirley was brutally assaulted by the same killer. Overwhelmed with grief and anger, Meg is urged by Joe to seek vengeance against the murderer for Shirley. However, the killer begins to close in on Meg and Joe. Their gaze is met with the killer’s chilling black eyes. Compounding their troubles, a sinister plot emerges, threatening Meg, Joe, Sam, and the whole town.

Set in the mid-1800s, Oh! Edo Rocket centers on Seikichi Tamaya, a fireworks craftsman, and his companions as they go about their lives in Edo, where a strict city councilor enforces harsh moral codes that forbid all forms of pleasure, including fireworks. One day, an unusual girl arrives at Seikichi’s shop with a peculiar request—to create a firework capable of reaching the moon.

An expanded version of the first episode of Macross Frontier.

After conquering Mount Everest, the climbing pair Saruwatari Gorou and "Lostman" Jack F. Woodbridge set their sights on the ISA Space Station, dreaming of venturing into space. The discovery of Helium 3, a valuable new energy source, on the moon leads NASA to launch the "Nexus" project, which aims to harvest this resource for Earth. The narrative follows the separate journeys of these two individuals as they pursue their goals within the fierce competition for the next-generation energy supply.

Adapted from the manga Blame! by Nihei Tsutomu. Within a city rumored to span thousands of levels, rendering the distinction between sky and ground unrecognizable, the enigmatic Killy roams the strange and ominous floors of this colossal structure. Here, the line separating machine from living organism has long since blurred.

In the year 2031, humanity is living in peace when mysterious lifeforms dubbed Hardians suddenly emerge. They begin to multiply rapidly and launch attacks on human populations. To combat this threat, humankind establishes the N.I.D.F., an organization tasked with investigating the Hardians and defending the planet. Pilot Aiba Shu finds himself drawn into the struggle against these alien creatures. Meanwhile, top scientist Rurika Yuno studies the Hardians and comes across whispers of the "Book of a Dead Man." What secrets does that ancient text hold, and how might it connect to the Hardian menace? Thus begins humanity's desperate battle for survival.

In the far future, the organization Deava wages war against the Shadow Angels, beings that have persisted for over 12,000 years and exist solely to eradicate humanity. Apollo, who appears to be an ordinary human, is in truth the reincarnation of Apollonius, a fallen Angel. Together with allies, Apollo must confront Touma, a Shadow Angel, in order to halt the destruction of the Earth.

In a long-forgotten town that was once the old capital of Tokyo, bizarre and unexplainable crimes are gradually happening. These supernatural events defy all understanding, spreading fear and dread among the residents. Only one person remains unafraid of the dark forces behind these incidents and dares to confront them: Hyuga Mayuki, a young boy detective who possesses a special power of insight that enables him to uncover the true nature of these occurrences.

By the year A.D. 2010, every male on Earth has died off in quick succession, brought down by a sudden shift in the environment and a contaminant of unknown origins. Humanity's numbers reach their lowest point in recorded history, leaving only women alive. They huddle together in small pockets of a world that nature has largely taken back. Some accept that extinction is unavoidable and choose to live out their days freely... Some look to science in hopes of carrying the race forward... Their clashing ideals and policies give rise to a society torn by constant strife. The story unfolds in the center of Tokyo, one of the few remaining places left to them. There, the fight over the "ICE" specimen—and the hope it carries for humanity's survival—begins.

Yukari Morita sets out to locate her father, who vanished somewhere in the South Seas. For a high school student, traveling alone to the Solomon Islands is a daunting endeavor, but her search takes an unexpected twist when she encounters an astronaut affiliated with the Solomon Space Association (SSA). This organization is working to build a rocket capable of carrying people into space. When SSA director Nasuda meets the petite Yukari, he realizes she might be light enough to fly using the lower-powered rocket the SSA has already constructed. He makes her a deal: if she agrees to serve as their astronaut, the SSA will assist in tracking down her lost father. Does Yukari have what it takes to undertake this extraordinary space mission?

Saiga, a high school student gifted in mathematics, has his everyday life interrupted when news arrives that his father's remains have been found. His father, a famous archaeologist and researcher who went missing years ago during an excavation, left behind notes and artifacts that must be identified by the family near a unique triangular mountain in Japan, known as "Japan's pyramid." Some people theorize that this pyramid was built by human hands. Suddenly, a meteor carrying an unusual robotic organism crashes down, endangering Saiga's safety. This event triggers a mysterious bracelet from his father's leftover research, merging him with an ancient robot buried within the pyramid—inscriptions indicate that this robot is named Reideen. Now, Saiga and the guardian Reideen must face an unknown alien threat descending from the sky.

In the second season, after joining Earth Team—a basketball squad made up entirely of humans—Hideyoshi, a former street punk who is now a professional player, becomes overly confident. The team keeps competing against the Gorons, an alien species that has dominated the sport for ages due to their physical advantages. Fresh challenges and setbacks emerge in their path. Hideyoshi grows frustrated with his teammates, while the Gorons devise new strategies of their own.

This animated side story originates from the Densha Otoko (Trainman) TV drama. In that drama, actor Itoh Atsushi portrays Yamada, an otaku who is deeply devoted to the Mina anime. The show features a kawaii protagonist with an ample bosom, floppy rabbit ears, and carrots protruding from her rear. Mina is a character tribute inspired by the Daicon Animation produced by GAINAX, which included a similar unnamed bunny girl. Additionally, the opening sequence of Densha Otoko incorporated scenes that appeared in the Daicon Animation.

A single-episode recap that covers the entire Digimon Savers TV series, accompanied by commentary from Agumon, Gaomon, and Lalamon. This special feature was included in the final DVD volume release.

Set five decades after the original series, Kotetsushin Jeeg ushers in a new generation of defenders. The story centers on Kenji Kusanagi, a high school student who takes up the mantle of Kotetsushin Jeeg to combat the unexpected resurgence of the Haniwa Genjin—clay automatons known as the Haniwa Phantom Gods—sent forth by the Jamada Empire under the rule of Queen Himika. The cast introduces fresh faces such as Tsubaki Tamashiro, the granddaughter of Miwa Uzuki, and Kyou Misumi. Additionally, several familiar figures from the original series make their return.

In the year 2035 AD, the heads of ancient giant idols were unearthed across the globe. With the aid of these twelve stone statues, humanity narrowly averted an extinction-level event known as the "Equatorial Winter." However, the stone statues compelled humanity to create massive suits of armor to serve as their bodies and commanded the humans to battle one another.

Set between episodes six and seven of the main series, this episode follows Manami and her friends as they fundraise for a summer vacation trip. However, on the day they plan to leave, a storm hits, forcing them to cancel their original plans. Instead, they spend the night at a local hotel in a rural area before returning to their town the following day.

By the 22nd century, full-scale global conflicts no longer exist, replaced by numerous localized battles erupting across the planet. Amidst this chaos, a massive robot emerges to defend the weak. This machine is known as Dancougar Nova, and some even revere it as a god. Yet, the reason for its existence remains unknown—even to its own pilots. Before long, an entirely unexpected robot unveils itself as the true adversary and launches an assault on Earth. Dancougar Nova retaliates using a power that had been kept hidden until that moment. Can Dancougar Nova succeed in saving the planet? The opening notes of this explosive conflict now echo.

During her holiday, Natsumi meets a male and female alien from the ocean, awakening romantic feelings inside her. This encounter transforms Natsumi into the Deep Sea Princess, and she then aligns with the Keroro Platoon to face various threats unleashed by a mysterious force.

The cyborg agent known as "009-1," Mylene Hoffman, receives orders from her handler "Number Zero" to neutralize a jazz musician suspected of being a double agent. While immersing herself in his life, she becomes less certain of his guilt and more conflicted. She faces a choice: finish the mission or give in to her growing feelings before it's too late.

Part of the Armored Trooter Votoms anime series, this OVA utilizes cutting-edge 3D CG animation. Produced by the same original team, it tells a new story that revolves around the conclusion of the century-long war.

Three specials of the Bakuretsu Tenshi: Infinity OVA. Containing a summary of the whole show and a short AMV.

The second season of Moonlight Mile.

ES operatives Éclair and Lumière fought in a conflict that determined the destiny of the galaxy. They emerged victorious, bringing peace back to the cosmos. However, years later, the galaxy finds itself on the verge of turmoil once more. This new struggle heralds the rise of two fresh heroines: Ascoeur and Q-feuille.

This Movie is a recap of the original anime's second quarter.

A is the retelling of the original anime's finale.

In the year 20XX, colossal mysterious mecha known as "Giant Robo (GR)" begin appearing across the globe, laying waste to cities. Fear grips the Earth, and Japan is their next target. The protagonist, Daisaku Kusama, a diving shop employee, meets an enigmatic girl named V, who guides him to the ancient ruins on Minami Yonaguni Island in Okinawa. There, he forms a contract with an enormous robot called "Giant Robo 1 (GR1)." Daisaku then enters into a contract with UNISOM, the main organization, and is granted approval to command GR1. His battle against the antagonist group GRO commences, leading to numerous dramatic events. Eventually, the Giant Robo of the 21st century will pose a question to the world regarding the true nature of its power.

The iDOLM@STER Xenoglossia specials were released alongside the DVD editions of the main series. This compilation includes nine segments: #1: Welcome to Izayoi-ryou!, #2: Always an Idol!, #3: The Komugiiro Mermaid, #4: Even If I Become an Aunt, #5: It Is Spring, #6: Definitely More Than Anyone Else in the World, #7: SWEET MEMORIES, #8: Affection, Pain, and Heart Strength, and #9: An epilogue for Episode 26.

In the late 1920s, New York City enjoys a period of peace following the resolution of the conflict with Nobunaga. This tranquility is interrupted when the owner of the Little Lip Theater tells Shinjiro that he must take on the lead role of Cleopatra, replacing the actress Petitmint. Initially reluctant, Shinjiro is eventually convinced by members of the Star Division to accept the part, leading to a pursuit across all five boroughs. At the same time, a mysterious dark-skinned young man and his attendant appear unexpectedly in the bustling metropolis, their gazes fixed angrily on the Statue of Liberty. Shinjiro and his team must now defend this city of dreams and ambitions from a fresh threat while also ensuring the theatrical production succeeds.

After a five-year break, the team behind the critically acclaimed "TAMALA2010: A Punk Cat in Space"—which took home both the Jury and Audience Awards for Best Animated Feature at Canada's FanTasia in 2003—returns with the series, featuring charming visuals and delightful music. The release comprises three short films directed by Studio 4C's Hidekazu Ohara. Get ready to dive into this captivating animated world that you'll find yourself returning to again and again.

Specials contained on the 6th and 8th DVD releases, corresponding to episodes 16.5 and 20.5. These Glass no Kantai Special episodes center on the history of the Imperial Royal Family, retelling the events that took place prior to the television series.

2 original unaired episodes included in DVD volumes 3 and 5, titled EX1 and EX2 respectively.

Set in Tokyo a decade after the Pacific War ends, this theatrical adaptation of Yokoyama Mitsuteru's manga centers on boy-genius detective Kaneda Shotaro and his towering robot, Tetsujin 28. Shotaro's long-lost brother emerges as a newly introduced figure: a pilot trained to control Tetsujin, the war machine Japan originally constructed for World War II. But when fighting came to an end, there was no conflict for it to serve in. All around Tokyo, however, "Destruction Bombs" are being uncovered everywhere. These bombs were designed by Kaneda, the professor who created Tetsujin 28 and Shotaro's own father, as the last line of land defense. If they blow, everything that makes up the city Tokyo would be reduced to nothing but ash.

In the 21st century, the Galaxy Express 999 is preparing to depart from Earth on its journey to the Great Andromeda. While visiting a museum, Maetel and Tetsuro encounter a mysterious girl named Jula, who appears suddenly. She foretells the downfall of humanity before vanishing into outer space. Determined to follow her, Maetel and Tetsuro board the 999. Tetsuro locates Jula on the asteroid Itokawa, a site previously explored by the Hayabusa probe. Once again, Jula disappears into space, but her spacecraft crashes into an asteroid and plummets toward Jupiter. Can Tetsuro save Jula? And what does she truly mean by the "fall of the human race"? This epic tale transcends time and space, following the 999 as it travels through the stars of our solar system.

Hoshi Shinichi's acclaimed science fiction stories are presented in this series. Each episode employs animation, live-action footage, computer graphics, and other visual techniques to bring the short stories to life. Every episode collects several of Hoshi Shinichi's short-short stories. This entry encompasses both the pilot and the 25 television episodes.