Space Adventure Cobra: The Movie
Space Adventure Cobra: The Movie

Space Adventure Cobra: The Movie

1982Movie99 minJapanese

Cobra, a notorious space pirate, is enlisted by bounty hunter Jane to rescue her sister from the strange being known as Crystal Bowie, but then finds himself drawn into a complex struggle over the fate of a mysterious wandering planet.

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IMDb7.2/10
Director: Osamu DezakiGenres: Animation, Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi

Plot Summary

Cobra, a legendary space pirate with a psychogun in his left arm, is drawn into a dangerous quest when a mysterious young woman named Dominique appears. She warns him of a deadly bounty placed on her by the Plantos guild, a powerful crime syndicate. Cobra, along with his robot companion Lady, must protect Dominique and confront the formidable Plantos, who are determined to seize her immense fortune and eliminate anyone who stands in their way.

Critical Reception

While "Space Adventure Cobra: The Movie" was a visual spectacle for its time, its plot was often criticized for being convoluted and less engaging than the original manga or TV series. However, its stylish animation, action sequences, and the iconic character of Cobra garnered a dedicated following, particularly among fans of space opera and anime from the 1980s.

What Reviewers Say

  • Visually stunning animation with dynamic action sequences.
  • Cobra remains a charismatic and iconic anti-hero.
  • The plot can be difficult to follow at times, lacking the depth of the source material.

Google audience: Information on specific Google user reviews for this film is not readily available. However, general sentiment from fans often praises the film's distinctive art style and energetic combat, while some note that the story might not be as cohesive as other entries in the Cobra franchise.

Fun Fact

The film is based on the popular manga series "Cobra" by Buichi Terasawa, which debuted in 1978 and has been adapted into multiple anime series and OVAs.

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