![]() ![]() But regardless of how many times we’ve come across this type of scenario, we’re always up for another space anime if it’s well-executed. Let’s be honest, earthlings facing off against ruthless aliens has been done to death in anime and Hollywood movies. Uchuu Senkan Yamato 2199 (Star Blazers 2199) MAL Rated 8.54, Ranked #89 | Released: | Produced by Xebec So what’s an irresponsible dude left to do? I guess, he can just live it up so we can enjoy one of the funniest space anime in the known universe. But things don’t quite turn out as he was hoping, and is soon thrust into the position of Lieutenant Commander and Captain of Soyokaze after saving an admiral through sheer blind luck! He’s the kind of guy who wants to cruise through life without working hard and exercising any form of responsibility. Justy Ueki Tylor is a through and through slacker. Musekinin Kanchou Tylor (The Irresponsible Captain Tylor) MAL Rated 7.97, Ranked #565 | Aired: Winter 1993 | Produced by Tatsunoko Production Space Brothers is a tale about two brothers, Mutta and Hibito Namba as they deal with life’s ups and downs as they pursue their dream of becoming astronauts. So, it’s not surprising that an anime would explore the phenomenon of UFOs in a humorous and heart-warming manner. UFO sightings seem to be becoming common place, and a large chunk of the world population believes that we’re probably not the only intelligent lifeform in the universe. Uchuu Kyoudai (Space Brothers) MAL Rated 8.59, Ranked #70 | Aired: Spring 2012 | Produced by A-1 Pictures Watching Spike Spiegel and his ragtag crew kick butt around space, and on the various planets that they visit is an incredibly entertaining experience. It’s a pastiche that cleverly borrows and fuses elements from westerns, space operas and even kung-fu movies. Shinichirou Watanabe’s brilliant Cowboy Bebop is the kind of anime that even normies can enjoy, and start developing a fondness for space anime. Ginga Eiyuu Densetsu is a deep, dense and sophisticated space anime which requires one to become totally invested in its lore in order to appreciate it.Ĭowboy Bebop MAL Rated 8.83, Ranked #22 | Aired: Spring 1998 | Produced by Sunrise Well, I respect both opinions but I definitely put myself in the former camp. ![]() On the other hand, there are those that reckon it’s overrated. Some fans believe it’s the best thing since sliced bread, and anime’s answer to the seminal Star Wars franchise. Ginga Eiyuu Densetsu is a polarizing anime. Ginga Eiyuu Densetsu (Legend of the Galactic Heroes) MAL Rated 9.11, Ranked #7 | Released: | Produced by Artland Nevertheless, watching this everyman reach for the stars to pursue his dreams is inspiring stuff! So how does the anime adaptation hold-up? Pretty well - fans of the manga won’t be disappointed, although there are some differences in how the main character, Hachirota Hoshino’s story is told. Makoto Yukimura’s excellent Planetes manga brought us a thought-provoking space tale. Planetes MAL Rated 8.39, Ranked #166 | Aired: Fall 2003 | Produced by Sunrise One Small Step for Man, One Giant Leap for Space Anime! ![]() Note: Updated to include Space Patrol Luluco That's not difficult to understand when notable franchises such as Mobile Suit Gundam, Macross and Legend of the Galactic Heroes have played a key role in popularizing the genre.Ĭheck out what the genre has to offer in our space anime list down below! In fact, some of the most highly-rated and successful anime tend to be space-themed. The good news is that anime does 'space' pretty good. Ancient rock paintings, mythologies and religious texts from various parts of the world are filled with references to the planets and stars that inhabit the cosmos. ![]()
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