Japan Synopsis
トップをねらえ！
In the near future, humanity has taken its first steps towards journeying into the far reaches of the galaxy. Upon doing so they discover a huge race of insectoid aliens known as "Space Monsters." These aliens seem dedicated to the eradication of mankind as they near closer and closer to discovering Earth. In response, humanity develops giant fighting robots piloted by hand-picked youth from around the world. Shortly after the discovery of the aliens, Noriko Takaya, the daughter of a famous deceased space captain, enters a training school despite her questionable talents as a pilot. There, she meets her polar opposite, the beautiful and talented Kazumi Amano, and is unexpectedly made to work together with her as they attempt to overcome the trauma of war as well as their own emotions.
The 1987–1989 Japan Window
104 Japan seriess released in this three-year window, ranked here by audience rating. Gunbuster sits at position #13.
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The 1980s Japan Landscape
Catalog density by release year in the 1980s. Highlighted year (yellow) is when Gunbuster premiered. 280 total titles in this decade from Japan.
Broadcast Timeline
Reception Benchmarks
Ranked #815 of 4,579 Japan seriess indexed here (82nd percentile by TMDB audience score).
Rating is +0.9 points above the Japan average of 6.9/10.
Among Japan Animation productions specifically: #675 of 2,532 (top 27%).
Production Details
| Primary Country | Japan |
|---|---|
| Original Language | Japanese |
| Production Companies | GAINAX |
| Series Type | Video |
| Seasons / Episodes | 2 / 12 |
| Release Date | October 7, 1988 |