"Space Battleship Yamato Resurrection" is a 2009 anime film that serves as a continuation of the "Space Battleship Yamato" saga, set in the year 2220, two decades after the events of the original series. The story begins with Earth facing a new existential threat: a rogue black hole is on a collision course with the solar system, threatening to annihilate all life. The United Nations Cosmo Navy devises a plan to deploy a massive fleet to destroy the black hole using a newly developed weapon, the "Wave-Motion Gun Amplification System." However, the mission is fraught with political and military tensions, as Earth's leadership is divided over the allocation of resources and the prioritization of survival efforts.

The narrative centers on the crew of the legendary space battleship Yamato, which is resurrected for this critical mission. Susumu Kodai, the former captain, is reluctantly drawn back into service to lead the Yamato once more. Alongside him are familiar faces such as Yuki Mori, now a high-ranking officer, and Shiro Sanada, the ship's chief engineer. New characters are introduced, including Saito, a young and ambitious officer, and Analyzer, an advanced AI tasked with managing the ship's systems. The crew must navigate not only the dangers of space but also internal conflicts and the moral dilemmas of sacrificing lives for the greater good.

As the Yamato embarks on its mission, it encounters remnants of the Gamilas Empire, an old enemy now struggling to survive in the wake of their own planet's destruction. The Gamilas, led by Dessler, form an uneasy alliance with Earth to combat the black hole threat. The story explores themes of cooperation, redemption, and the enduring human spirit in the face of overwhelming odds. The climax involves a high-stakes battle against the black hole, with the Yamato and its crew risking everything to save humanity. The film concludes with a bittersweet resolution, leaving room for future developments in the Yamato universe.