Star Blazers: Space Battleship Yamato 2199

Synopsis

Star Blazers [Space Battleship Yamato] 2199 takes place in a distant future where humanity is on the brink of extinction due to an alien race called the Gamilas. In order to save Earth, the crew of the space battleship Yamato embarks on a perilous journey across the galaxy to find a device that can reverse the damage done to their planet. Led by the determined Captain Okita and the heroic young officer Susumu Kodai, the crew faces numerous challenges, battles, and moral dilemmas that test their resolve and humanity's will to survive. As they travel through space, they uncover secrets and truths that will forever change the fate of Earth and the universe.

Cast

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  Daisuke Ono

  Susumu Kodai (voice)

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  Kenichi Suzumura

  Daisuke Shima (voice)

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  Sakaya Kanda

  Teresa (voice)

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  Houko Kuwashima

  Yuki Mori (voice)

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  Hochu Otsuka

  Shirou Sanada (voice)

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  Rie Tanaka

  Akira Yamamoto (voice)

Reviews

Star Blazers [Space Battleship Yamato] 2199 has garnered critical acclaim for its stunning visuals, well-developed characters, and gripping storyline. Rotten Tomatoes describes the series as 'a space opera masterpiece that combines action with emotional depth' giving it a rating of 8.5/10. IMDb users have praised the show for its intense space battles, complex themes, and strong character dynamics, resulting in an impressive rating of 8.1/10. Metacritic calls it 'a thrilling and emotional space adventure that will captivate viewers of all ages'. Overall, the show has been lauded for its homage to the original series while delivering a fresh and engaging take on the classic story.