

Chojin Sentai Barattack
Chojin Sentai Barattack is a Japanese anime series that follows the adventures of five teenagers as they fight against an evil alien force using the titular combining mecha, Barattack. The show aired on TV Asahi between 1977 and 1978 on Sundays between 18:00 - 18:25. The series is loosely related to Himitsu Sentai Gorenger and its sequel series JAKQ Dengekitai in that the five main characters wear multicolored costumes. Yuji wears the traditional red representing the team leader, Yuri wears the traditional pink with skirt, Mac wears light blue, Franco wears green, and Dicky wears orange. Unlike the sentai teams in the aforementioned series however, they do not engage in hand-to-hand martial arts combat, only fighting in their combining mecha.
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Plot Summary
In the distant future, Earth faces an invasion by the parasitic alien Jedori Empire. To combat this threat, the brilliant scientist Dr. Kaito creates the "Barattack" system, allowing five young individuals to transform into the powerful Chojin Sentai Barattack. Each member wields unique abilities and a giant robot, battling the alien forces and their monstrous creations to protect humanity.
Critical Reception
As one of the earlier Super Sentai series, Chojin Sentai Barattack is remembered for its pioneering elements in the franchise, establishing many tropes that would become standard. While not as globally recognized as later installments, it holds a nostalgic place for fans of classic tokusatsu and is often cited for its earnest storytelling and inventive monster designs of its era.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its foundational role in the Super Sentai series.
- Appreciated for its classic tokusatsu action and early sci-fi concepts.
- Some viewers note the dated special effects and simpler narrative compared to modern shows.
Google audience: Audience sentiment for Chojin Sentai Barattack is generally positive among long-time tokusatsu fans who appreciate its historical significance within the Super Sentai lineage. It's often viewed as a charming relic of 1970s Japanese television with foundational elements that paved the way for future iterations of the genre.
Fun Fact
Chojin Sentai Barattack was the fifth installment in the Super Sentai franchise, and it introduced the concept of a giant combining robot, which would become a staple of the series and influence the Power Rangers franchise heavily in later years.
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