TV-Series
Description
"Galactic Patrol Lensman" is a science fiction anime series based on E.E. "Doc" Smith's "Lensman" novels. The narrative is set in a vast interstellar universe where the Galactic Patrol, an intergalactic police force, battles the Boskone, a powerful criminal organization threatening peace across galaxies. The story centers on Kimball Kinnison, a young cadet who becomes a Lensman, an elite officer granted extraordinary abilities through a symbiotic device called the Lens. The Lens enhances mental and physical capabilities, enabling communication, telepathy, and other advanced functions.

Kinnison's journey begins with his training and induction into the Galactic Patrol, where he quickly rises through the ranks due to his courage and resourcefulness. As a Lensman, he is tasked with uncovering and dismantling the Boskone's operations, which span multiple star systems. The Boskone, led by shadowy figures, employs advanced technology and ruthless tactics to maintain control over their criminal empire. Kinnison's missions take him to diverse planets and star systems, where he encounters allies, adversaries, and morally complex situations.

Throughout the series, Kinnison forms alliances with other Lensmen, including Clarissa MacDougall, a skilled and determined officer who becomes a key figure in the fight against the Boskone. Their partnership evolves into a deeper connection, adding a personal dimension to the overarching conflict. The narrative explores themes of duty, sacrifice, and the struggle between order and chaos, as Kinnison and his comrades face increasingly dangerous challenges.

The Boskone's ultimate goal is to dominate the galaxy, and their schemes grow more elaborate as the series progresses. Kinnison's investigations reveal the organization's ties to ancient civilizations and advanced technologies, culminating in a climactic confrontation that tests the limits of his abilities and resolve. The series blends space opera elements with action-packed sequences, showcasing interstellar battles, covert operations, and the ethical dilemmas faced by those tasked with maintaining galactic peace.

"Galactic Patrol Lensman" presents a sprawling narrative that balances individual character arcs with the larger conflict between the Galactic Patrol and the Boskone. The series emphasizes the importance of unity and perseverance in the face of overwhelming odds, while also highlighting the personal growth of its protagonists as they navigate the complexities of their roles as defenders of the galaxy.
Information
Galactic Patrol Lensman
GALACTIC PATROL レンズマン
Lensman - Power of the Lens
Type: TV-Series
Anime Episodes: 25
Date: 10/06/1984 – 03/30/1985
Categories
Genre
Adventure
Settings
Sci-Fi
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Episodes
Staffel 1
1Birth of a Lensman
2Worsel, The Dragon Warrior
3Trenco, The Stormy Planet
4Bemuga the Phantom
5The Legendary Patrol Force
6Chris' Time to Fight
7Go For It, Buskirk
8The Brittania in Peril
9Buskirk Fights With the Grappler!
10Destroy the Boskone's Secret Laboratory!
11Sol... The Lost Pilot!?
12Operation Rescue Lilly
13Kiriland, The Legendary Planet
14Princess Kirara's Tears
15Chris Has Been Captured
16Kiriland Forever
17The Secret Space Pirate Mission!
18Mystery of the Amazing Wolf
19Uncover the Mystery of Beryllium
20Fire the Light Beam Cannon
21The Terrifying Space Wave
22The Mysterious Emerald Nebula
23Birth of a New Lensman
24Save Dr. Thor!
25Showdown at the Boskone Fortress!
Comment(s)
Staff
  • Chief Director
    Hiroshi Fukutomi
  • Script
    Haruya Yamazaki
    Masaki Tsuji
    Mitsuru Majima
    Seiko Watanabe
    Kō Takashina
  • Episode Director
    Hiroshi Fukutomi
    Nobuyuki Kitajima
    Tsuneo Tominaga
    Kenji Miyashita
    Jun Hirabayashi
    Yasuo Kageyama
    Katsumi Takasuka
    Tetsuya Endō
    Yūsaku Saotome
  • Original creator
  • Art Director
    Tadao Kubota
  • Mechanical design
    Takashi Watabe
  • Executive producer
    Akihito Itō
  • Director
    Hiroshi Fukutomi
  • Storyboard
    Masashi Ikeda
    Katsuhito Akiyama
    Hiroshi Fukutomi
    Toshio Hirata
    Mitsuo Kusakabe
    Norio Yazawa
    Yukio Suzuki
    Kazuyuki Hirokawa
    Shuji Iuchi
    Yoshiji Kigami
    Yasuo Kageyama
    Toshitaka Tsunoda
    Takumi Noda
    Katsumi Takasuka
    Katsutoshi Okajima
    Tetsuya Endō
    Saburō Nodera
  • Music
    Keiko Matsui
    Yumiko Kamata
    Roman Kaieda
  • Character Design
    Kazuo Tomizawa
  • Animation Director
    Moriyasu Taniguchi
    Takeshi Ōsaka
    Nobuyuki Kitajima
    Yoshio Kabashima
    Yutaka Kawasuji
    Kazuo Tomizawa
    Saburō Takada
    Hideaki Shimada
    Yūki Kinoshita
    Keizō Shimizu
    Hisatoshi Motoki
  • Sound Director
    Susumu Aketagawa
  • Producer
    Hiroaki Inoue
    Shinji Nabeshima
    Michihiro Tomii
Production
  • Production
    Kodansha
    Madhouse
    Tatsunoko Production
    Asahi Broadcasting Corporation
    Academy Productions
    MK
    Office Academy