Ginga Tetsudou 999 (ONA)
銀河鉄道９９９ / Galaxy Express 999 (ONA)
| Genres: Adventure, Drama, Sci-Fi, Space | |
| Themes: Space | |
| Studios: Toei Animation | |
| Rating: 6.06 / 10 | |
| Rank: #9855 | |
| Popularity: #13081 | |
| Users Listed: 1,520 | |
| Users Scored: 338 | |
| NSFW: No | |
| Last Updated: 04/27/2021 | |
| Aired: September 9, 2002 – July 1, 2004 (Summer) | |
| Type: ona | |
| Age Rating: G | |
| Episodes: 6 |
Synopsis:
Set against a backdrop of interstellar exploration and political intrigue, this animated work revisits a classic narrative of survival and camaraderie. The story follows a diverse crew aboard the spaceship *Wayfarer*, navigating a vast galaxy fractured by conflict and dwindling resources. Facing both external threats and internal struggles, the characters grapple with themes of loyalty, sacrifice, and the search for a sustainable future. The series emphasizes character development within a detailed, lived-in universe. Expect a thoughtful exploration of humanity's place amongst the stars, delivered with a grounded approach to science fiction storytelling that prioritizes relationships and consequence over spectacle. It presents a compelling vision of a society striving for hope amidst overwhelming adversity.
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Episodes:
- Episode 1: Departure Ballad (Aired: 09/09/2002)
- Episode 2: Titan's Sleeping Warrior (Aired: 09/09/2002)
- Episode 3: The Town of Fireflies (Aired: 09/09/2002)
- Episode 4: The Skeleton's Song (Aired: 09/09/2002)
- Episode 5: The Continent of Sakezan (Aired: 09/09/2002)
- ... and 1 more episodes
Characters:
- Hoshino, Tetsurou (Main)
- Maetel (Main)
Staff:
- Matsumoto, Leiji (Original Creator)
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Related Anime/Manga:
- Ginga Tetsudou 999 (manga - Adaptation)
- Ginga Tetsudou 999 (anime - Alternative Version)