Cyborg 009: Call of Justice
Cyborg 009: Call of Justice

Cyborg 009: Call of Justice

2017TV ShowCanceled1 SeasonJapanese

Years after taking up normal lives incognito, the cyborgs are forced to fight again when the superhumans known as the Blessed appear with a plan for humanity.

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IMDb7.0/10
Google Users85%
Director: Kenji KamiyamaGenres: Animation, Action, Sci-Fi

Plot Summary

In the near future, humanity faces a new threat in the form of the "Voice of God," an organization manipulating global events and public opinion. A group of enhanced cyborgs, designated 001 through 009, are awakened from their slumber to combat this menace. Led by the resourceful 009, they must uncover the truth behind the Voice of God and protect humanity from their sinister agenda.

Critical Reception

Cyborg 009: Call of Justice received a mixed to positive reception, praised for its ambitious storytelling and visual style, though some critics found its pacing uneven and its plot occasionally convoluted. Audience reception was generally favorable, appreciating the revival of the classic manga.

What Reviewers Say

  • Visually stunning with impressive animation and character designs.
  • A complex narrative that attempts to update the classic source material for a modern audience.
  • Some viewers found the plot dense and challenging to follow.

Google audience: Google users generally appreciated the film's action sequences and the faithful yet modern adaptation of the beloved Cyborg 009 characters. Many enjoyed the rekindled nostalgia and the high-quality animation.

Fun Fact

The 'Call of Justice' arc is based on the later chapters of the original Cyborg 009 manga by Shotaro Ishinomori, which had not been adapted into anime before this film series.

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