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Tekkaman: The Space Knight

1975

TV Show

Ended

1 Season

Japanese

Tekkaman: The Space Knight is an anime produced by Tatsunoko Productions in 1975. A short-lived English adaptation aired in the US in 1984. Two decades later, it was followed by the much more popular Tekkaman Blade, which was dubbed in the U.S. by Saban as Teknoman. The original series is currently streaming in North America via Yomiura Group's planned Anime Sols video service, as of spring 2013. However, due to the failure to successfully crowd-fund it for DVD, the show will soon be removed from the site, with the possibility of considering a crowd-funding opportunity in the future.

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IMDb7.3/10

Director: Tatsuo Dōyama•Genres: Animation, Action, Sci-Fi

Plot Summary

In the year 2075, humanity faces an alien invasion from the planet Voltes. The Space Knights, led by the resourceful George Emerson, must use their advanced technology and the power of the Tekkaman armor to defend Earth. George pilots the Tekkaman, a powerful cybernetic suit, to battle the alien forces and protect his family and planet from destruction. The series follows their desperate struggle for survival and the challenges they face against a relentless enemy.

Critical Reception

Tekkaman: The Space Knight, while a product of its time, is remembered for its distinctive character designs and high-energy action sequences. It garnered a cult following for its unique take on the giant robot and transforming hero genres, though its narrative and animation quality are often seen as typical for 1970s anime. It's considered a significant entry in the history of Japanese animation.

What Reviewers Say

Praised for its innovative character and robot designs.
Lauded for its energetic and exciting action sequences.
Noted as an influential piece in early anime mecha and superhero genres.

Google audience: Audience reception is difficult to quantify due to its age and limited international release, but it is often recalled fondly by long-time fans of classic anime for its unique visual style and action.