Mahiro Maeda

Mahiro Maeda

Mahiro Maeda (前田 真宏 Maeda Mahiro) born March 14, 1963 is one of the most prominent Japanese anime creators working today, having worked as director, character designer, and animator for many of Japan's top series. Helen McCarthy in 500 Essential Anime Movies called him "one of the most imaginative visualists in anime". He also worked on Concept Art and Design for Mad Max: Fury Road (2015), which won six Academy Awards. He has been one of the top contributors at the anime studio GONZO for many years, having directed Blue Submarine No. 6, Final Fantasy: Unlimited and Gankutsuou: The Count of Monte Cristo. His design work ranges from 2 of the "Angels" in Neon Genesis Evangelion to production and mechanical design for such series as Magic User's Club (魔法使いTai! Mahō Tsukai Tai!), The Vision of Escaflowne and Last Exile. He was also the designer of the invaders in Gatekeepers 21. His earlier years were spent mostly at the famed Studio Ghibli, where he helped animate classics such as Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind, Castle in the Sky, and Porco Rosso. Maeda is also one of the select Japanese directors to actively collaborate with the international film media on various projects. He provided key animation for the animation sequence in Quentin Tarantino's Kill Bill Vol. 1. His directorial work has also been featured in such exclusive package films as The Animatrix (segment: "The Second Renaissance Parts I and II"), Genius Party Beyond (segment: "Gala"), and Ani*Kuri15 (segment: "Princess Onmitsu"). He has also visited the American Anime Expo convention in 2000 and 2003.

  • Title: Mahiro Maeda
  • Popularity: 3.006
  • Known For: Directing
  • Birthday: 1963-03-14
  • Place of Birth: Yonago, Tottori Prefecture, Japan
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  • Also Known As: 前田 真宏, まえだ まひろ
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Mahiro Maeda Movies

  • 2023
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    Documentary "Shin Kamen Rider" ~Behind the Scenes of the Hero Action Challenge~

    Documentary "Shin Kamen Rider" ~Behind the Scenes of the Hero Action Challenge~

    7.7 2023 HD

    "Shin Kamen Rider" is the first live-action film directed by Hideaki Anno since "Shin Godzilla" seven years ago. In the 52-year history of the...

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  • 2003
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    Scrolls to Screen: A Brief History of Anime

    Scrolls to Screen: A Brief History of Anime

    1 2003 HD

    A short documentary on Japanese animation featured on the DVD for The Animatrix (2003).

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  • 2015
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    Anno-san and Our Reckless Challenge: Japan Animator Expo

    Anno-san and Our Reckless Challenge: Japan Animator Expo

    6 2015 HD

    A documentary about Hideaki Anno's project, Japan Animator Expo.

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  • 2003
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    The Second Renaissance Part I

    The Second Renaissance Part I

    7.3 2003 HD

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  • 2003
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    The Second Renaissance Part II

    The Second Renaissance Part II

    7.3 2003 HD

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  • 2006
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    Brave Story

    Brave Story

    6.3 2006 HD

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  • 1987
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    Robot Carnival

    Robot Carnival

    6.579 1987 HD

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  • 2022
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    Adam by Eve: A Live in Animation

    Adam by Eve: A Live in Animation

    7.2 2022 HD

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  • 2022
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    Adam by Eve: A Live in Animation

    Adam by Eve: A Live in Animation

    7.2 2022 HD

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  • 2015
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    Kanón

    Kanón

    5.5 2015 HD

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  • 1985
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    Royal Space Force: The Wings of Honneamise Pilot

    Royal Space Force: The Wings of Honneamise Pilot

    6 1985 HD

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  • 2012
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    Evangelion: 3.0 You Can (Not) Redo

    Evangelion: 3.0 You Can (Not) Redo

    7.2 2012 HD

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  • 2009
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    Evangelion: 2.0 You Can (Not) Advance

    Evangelion: 2.0 You Can (Not) Advance

    7.8 2009 HD

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  • 2021
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    Evangelion: 3.0+1.0 Thrice Upon a Time

    Evangelion: 3.0+1.0 Thrice Upon a Time

    8.2 2021 HD

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  • 2021
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    Evangelion: 3.0+1.0 Thrice Upon a Time

    Evangelion: 3.0+1.0 Thrice Upon a Time

    8.2 2021 HD

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  • 2003
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    The Animatrix

    The Animatrix

    7.2 2003 HD

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  • 2016
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    Shin Godzilla

    Shin Godzilla

    7.184 2016 HD

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  • 2023
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    Shin Kamen Rider

    Shin Kamen Rider

    6.94 2023 HD

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  • 2016
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    Shin Godzilla

    Shin Godzilla

    7.184 2016 HD

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  • 2021
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    Evangelion: 3.0+1.0 Thrice Upon a Time

    Evangelion: 3.0+1.0 Thrice Upon a Time

    8.2 2021 HD

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  • 2012
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    Giant God Warrior Appears in Tokyo

    Giant God Warrior Appears in Tokyo

    6.6 2012 HD

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  • 2021
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    Evangelion: 3.0+1.0 Thrice Upon a Time

    Evangelion: 3.0+1.0 Thrice Upon a Time

    8.2 2021 HD

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  • 2012
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    Evangelion: 3.0 You Can (Not) Redo

    Evangelion: 3.0 You Can (Not) Redo

    7.2 2012 HD

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  • 2008
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    Ani*Kuri15

    Ani*Kuri15

    6.2 2008 HD

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  • 2007
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    Princess Onmitsu

    Princess Onmitsu

    5 2007 HD

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  • 1999
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    Gamera 3: Revenge of Iris

    Gamera 3: Revenge of Iris

    7.4 1999 HD

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  • 1996
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    Gamera 2: Attack of Legion

    Gamera 2: Attack of Legion

    7.5 1996 HD

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  • 2003
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    Kill Bill: Vol. 1

    Kill Bill: Vol. 1

    8 2003 HD

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  • 2012
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    Evangelion: 3.0 You Can (Not) Redo

    Evangelion: 3.0 You Can (Not) Redo

    7.2 2012 HD

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  • 2021
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    Evangelion: 3.0+1.0 Thrice Upon a Time

    Evangelion: 3.0+1.0 Thrice Upon a Time

    8.2 2021 HD

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  • 2012
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    Evangelion: 3.0 You Can (Not) Redo

    Evangelion: 3.0 You Can (Not) Redo

    7.2 2012 HD

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  • 1992
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    Porco Rosso

    Porco Rosso

    7.796 1992 HD

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  • 1991
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    Only Yesterday

    Only Yesterday

    7.379 1991 HD

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  • 2006
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    Origin: Spirits of the Past

    Origin: Spirits of the Past

    6.9 2006 HD

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  • 1987
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    Royal Space Force - The Wings Of Honneamise

    Royal Space Force - The Wings Of Honneamise

    6.916 1987 HD

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  • 1987
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    The Tale of Genji

    The Tale of Genji

    6.133 1987 HD

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  • 2006
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    Brave Story

    Brave Story

    6.3 2006 HD

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  • 2014
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    20min Walk from Nishi-Ogikubo Station, 2 Bedrooms, Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, 2mos Deposit, No Pets Allowed

    20min Walk from Nishi-Ogikubo Station, 2 Bedrooms, Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, 2mos Deposit, No Pets Allowed

    6.5 2014 HD

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  • 1984
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    Birth: A War of Two Worlds

    Birth: A War of Two Worlds

    6.1 1984 HD

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  • 2015
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    Mad Max: Fury Road

    Mad Max: Fury Road

    7.616 2015 HD

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  • 1991
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    Moonlight Pierce

    Moonlight Pierce

    1 1991 HD

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  • 1997
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    Neon Genesis Evangelion: The End of Evangelion

    Neon Genesis Evangelion: The End of Evangelion

    8.3 1997 HD

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  • 1991
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    Route 20: Galactic Airport

    Route 20: Galactic Airport

    1 1991 HD

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  • 2016
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    Shin Godzilla

    Shin Godzilla

    7.184 2016 HD

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  • 2016
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    Last Exile: Ginyoku no Fam Movie - Over the Wishes

    Last Exile: Ginyoku no Fam Movie - Over the Wishes

    5.5 2016 HD

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  • 2015
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    Kanón

    Kanón

    5.5 2015 HD

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  • 2007
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    Princess Onmitsu

    Princess Onmitsu

    5 2007 HD

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  • 2008
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    Gala

    Gala

    1 2008 HD

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  • 2008
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    Gala

    Gala

    1 2008 HD

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  • 2015
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    Hammerhead

    Hammerhead

    6 2015 HD

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  • 2006
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    Brave Story

    Brave Story

    6.3 2006 HD

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  • 2023
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    EVANGELION:3.0(-120min.)

    EVANGELION:3.0(-120min.)

    6.7 2023 HD

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  • 2008
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    Genius Party Beyond

    Genius Party Beyond

    6.2 2008 HD

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  • 2023
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    Special Broadcast Movie "Shin Kamen Rider" Premise/Act 1: Kumo-Aug

    Special Broadcast Movie "Shin Kamen Rider" Premise/Act 1: Kumo-Aug

    6 2023 HD

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  • 1991
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    Route 20: Galactic Airport

    Route 20: Galactic Airport

    1 1991 HD

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  • 2015
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    Kanón

    Kanón

    5.5 2015 HD

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  • 2015
    imgMovies

    Kanón

    Kanón

    5.5 2015 HD

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  • 2015
    imgMovies

    Kanón

    Kanón

    5.5 2015 HD

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  • 1987
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    Battle Royale High School

    Battle Royale High School

    5.1 1987 HD

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  • 2016
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    A Good Child's History Anime: The Giant Turnip (Inc.)

    A Good Child's History Anime: The Giant Turnip (Inc.)

    5.5 2016 HD

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  • 1995
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    Gunsmith Cats

    Gunsmith Cats

    6.355 1995 HD

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  • 2008
    imgMovies

    Genius Party Beyond

    Genius Party Beyond

    6.2 2008 HD

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  • 2008
    imgMovies

    Genius Party Beyond

    Genius Party Beyond

    6.2 2008 HD

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  • 2023
    imgMovies

    Shin Kamen Rider

    Shin Kamen Rider

    6.94 2023 HD

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  • 2013
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    Peaceful Times (F02) Petit Film

    Peaceful Times (F02) Petit Film

    1 2013 HD

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  • 1991
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    Nadia: The Secret of Blue Water - Nautilus Story III

    Nadia: The Secret of Blue Water - Nautilus Story III

    1 1991 HD

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  • 2008
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    Gala

    Gala

    1 2008 HD

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  • 2008
    imgMovies

    Genius Party Beyond

    Genius Party Beyond

    6.2 2008 HD

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  • 1983
    imgMovies

    DAICON IV Opening Animation

    DAICON IV Opening Animation

    7.7 1983 HD

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  • 1981
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    DAICON III Opening Animation

    DAICON III Opening Animation

    7.2 1981 HD

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  • 1986
    imgMovies

    Castle in the Sky

    Castle in the Sky

    7.974 1986 HD

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  • 2023
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    SSSS.GRIDMAN Movie

    SSSS.GRIDMAN Movie

    3.2 2023 HD

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  • 1970
    imgS1 E24

    7.3 1970 HD

    In an elegant future Paris, a Count returns to wreak havoc on those that betrayed him.

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  • 1970
    imgS1 E4

    6 1970 HD

    The once famous and well respected scientist Zorndyke has bred a new genre of living being, one that thrives on the oceans and lives to destroy...

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  • 1970
    imgS2 E21

    7 1970 HD

    A richly romantic action-adventure fantasy, set in a world where retro-futuristic vehicles permeate the skies. Against this lavish background are the...

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  • 1970
    imgS2 E12

    8.399 1970 HD

    Saitama is a hero who only became a hero for fun. After three years of “special” training, though, he's become so strong that he's...

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  • 1970
    imgS3 E5

    5.657 1970 HD

    Ani-Kuri 15 is a series of fifteen 1-minute shorts that aired on the Japanese TV station, NHK between May 2007 and 2008. Intended as companion pieces...

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  • 1970
    imgS2 E21

    7 1970 HD

    A richly romantic action-adventure fantasy, set in a world where retro-futuristic vehicles permeate the skies. Against this lavish background are the...

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  • 1970
    imgS3 E11

    7.1 1970 HD

    The short film series "Japan Anima(tor)'s Exhibition" presented by Studio Khara and Dwango Original projects, spin-off projects, promotional films,...

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  • 1970
    imgS3 E11

    7.1 1970 HD

    The short film series "Japan Anima(tor)'s Exhibition" presented by Studio Khara and Dwango Original projects, spin-off projects, promotional films,...

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  • 1970
    imgS3 E11

    7.1 1970 HD

    The short film series "Japan Anima(tor)'s Exhibition" presented by Studio Khara and Dwango Original projects, spin-off projects, promotional films,...

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  • 1970
    imgS3 E11

    7.1 1970 HD

    The short film series "Japan Anima(tor)'s Exhibition" presented by Studio Khara and Dwango Original projects, spin-off projects, promotional films,...

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  • 1970
    imgS3 E11

    7.1 1970 HD

    The short film series "Japan Anima(tor)'s Exhibition" presented by Studio Khara and Dwango Original projects, spin-off projects, promotional films,...

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  • 1970
    imgS1 E39

    7.4 1970 HD

    In mankind's grasp for the future, a sinister foe known only as Gargoyle begins his plans to take over the world. Nadia, with the help of a young...

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  • 1970
    imgS1 E12

    7.3 1970 HD

    Tsuburaya Pro, Takara, and Trigger joint venture and direct sequel to the 1993 tokusatsu series "Denkou Choujin Gridman". Yuta Hibiki can’t...

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  • 1970
    imgS1 E24

    8.2 1970 HD

    Honnouji Academy is forcefully ruled by the iron-fisted control of its student council and its president, Satsuki Kiryuin. Transfer student, Ryuko...

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  • 1970
    imgS1 E24

    8.2 1970 HD

    Honnouji Academy is forcefully ruled by the iron-fisted control of its student council and its president, Satsuki Kiryuin. Transfer student, Ryuko...

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  • 1970
    imgS2 E6

    7.639 1970 HD

    In the near future, humanity has taken its first steps towards journeying into the far reaches of the galaxy. Upon doing so they discover a huge race...

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  • 1970
    imgS1 E39

    7.4 1970 HD

    In mankind's grasp for the future, a sinister foe known only as Gargoyle begins his plans to take over the world. Nadia, with the help of a young...

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  • 1970
    imgS3 E4

    8.5 1970 HD

    A collection of short stories, ranging from soap opera (the Ami series) to fantasy (Rall series) to horror (Cream Lemon Dark) to parody (Pop Chaser)....

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  • 1970
    imgS3 E11

    7.1 1970 HD

    The short film series "Japan Anima(tor)'s Exhibition" presented by Studio Khara and Dwango Original projects, spin-off projects, promotional films,...

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  • 1970
    imgS3 E11

    7.1 1970 HD

    The short film series "Japan Anima(tor)'s Exhibition" presented by Studio Khara and Dwango Original projects, spin-off projects, promotional films,...

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  • 1970
    imgS1 E24

    7.3 1970 HD

    In an elegant future Paris, a Count returns to wreak havoc on those that betrayed him.

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  • 1970
    imgS1 E24

    7.3 1970 HD

    In an elegant future Paris, a Count returns to wreak havoc on those that betrayed him.

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  • 1970
    imgS1 E24

    7.3 1970 HD

    In an elegant future Paris, a Count returns to wreak havoc on those that betrayed him.

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  • 1970
    imgS1 E24

    7.3 1970 HD

    In an elegant future Paris, a Count returns to wreak havoc on those that betrayed him.

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  • 1970
    imgS1 E25

    6.6 1970 HD

    Twins Ai and Yu Hayakawa decide to set forth in search of their parents and the mysterious dimension they studied.

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  • 1970
    imgS1 E25

    6.6 1970 HD

    Twins Ai and Yu Hayakawa decide to set forth in search of their parents and the mysterious dimension they studied.

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  • 1970
    imgS2 E21

    7 1970 HD

    A richly romantic action-adventure fantasy, set in a world where retro-futuristic vehicles permeate the skies. Against this lavish background are the...

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  • 1970
    imgS2 E21

    7 1970 HD

    A richly romantic action-adventure fantasy, set in a world where retro-futuristic vehicles permeate the skies. Against this lavish background are the...

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  • 1970
    imgS1 E4

    6 1970 HD

    The once famous and well respected scientist Zorndyke has bred a new genre of living being, one that thrives on the oceans and lives to destroy...

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  • 1970
    imgS1 E25

    6.6 1970 HD

    Twins Ai and Yu Hayakawa decide to set forth in search of their parents and the mysterious dimension they studied.

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  • 1970
    imgS1 E25

    6.6 1970 HD

    Twins Ai and Yu Hayakawa decide to set forth in search of their parents and the mysterious dimension they studied.

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  • 1970
    imgS1 E25

    6.6 1970 HD

    Twins Ai and Yu Hayakawa decide to set forth in search of their parents and the mysterious dimension they studied.

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  • 1970
    imgS1 E4

    6 1970 HD

    The once famous and well respected scientist Zorndyke has bred a new genre of living being, one that thrives on the oceans and lives to destroy...

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  • 1970
    imgS1 E4

    6 1970 HD

    The once famous and well respected scientist Zorndyke has bred a new genre of living being, one that thrives on the oceans and lives to destroy...

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  • 1970
    imgS1 E4

    6 1970 HD

    The once famous and well respected scientist Zorndyke has bred a new genre of living being, one that thrives on the oceans and lives to destroy...

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  • 1970
    imgS1 E5

    1 1970 HD

    Five stories, five maestros, five styles and one common denominator: maximum creativity. Studio 4°C, the coolest label on the planet, invites us...

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  • 1970
    imgS1 E5

    1 1970 HD

    Five stories, five maestros, five styles and one common denominator: maximum creativity. Studio 4°C, the coolest label on the planet, invites us...

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  • 1970
    imgS1 E39

    7.4 1970 HD

    In mankind's grasp for the future, a sinister foe known only as Gargoyle begins his plans to take over the world. Nadia, with the help of a young...

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  • 1970
    imgS1 E4

    5.1 1970 HD

    A spiritual battle is being waged within the capital of Tokyo during the turn of the 20th century. In 1908, Japan is undergoing an enormous process...

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  • 1970
    imgS3 E8

    5.2 1970 HD

    An idol trio are thrown into various bizarre situations.

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  • 1970
    imgS2 E13

    5.6 1970 HD

    Hibiki Tokai, a male third-class laborer from Taraak, ends up stuck on a battleship after a botched attempt at stealing a robot. When female pirates...

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  • 1970
    imgS1 E25

    6.6 1970 HD

    Twins Ai and Yu Hayakawa decide to set forth in search of their parents and the mysterious dimension they studied.

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  • 1970
    imgS1 E12

    8.57 1970 HD

    In a world plagued by creatures known as Kaiju, Kafka Hibino aspired to enlist in The Defense Force. He makes a promise to enlist with his childhood...

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  • 1970
    imgS1 E24

    7.3 1970 HD

    In an elegant future Paris, a Count returns to wreak havoc on those that betrayed him.

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  • 1970
    imgS1 E10

    7.4 1970 HD

    Reiji Matsushimais a genius physicist. He realizes that he and his fiancé Asahi Ando will be killed a theory that he advanced. One day, in...

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  • 1970
    imgS1 E9

    8.6 1970 HD

    Straight from the creators of the groundbreaking Matrix trilogy, this collection of short animated films from the world's leading anime directors...

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  • 1970
    imgS1 E6

    1 1970 HD

    It has been thirty two years since the Invaders have been defeated, and A.E.G.I.S is dismantled, with only a few Gate Keepers left. One of them,...

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  • 1970
    imgS1 E4

    6 1970 HD

    The once famous and well respected scientist Zorndyke has bred a new genre of living being, one that thrives on the oceans and lives to destroy...

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  • 1970
    imgS1 E10

    7.4 1970 HD

    Reiji Matsushimais a genius physicist. He realizes that he and his fiancé Asahi Ando will be killed a theory that he advanced. One day, in...

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