TV-Series
Description
"Cyborg 009 The Cyborg Soldier" is a science fiction anime series based on the manga by Shotaro Ishinomori. The narrative revolves around nine individuals from diverse backgrounds who are kidnapped by the Black Ghost, a malevolent organization seeking to create superhuman soldiers for global domination. Each of the nine is transformed into a cyborg, equipped with unique abilities, and assigned a number from 001 to 009. The protagonist, Joe Shimamura, designated as 009, becomes the leader of the group after they escape from Black Ghost's control.

The cyborgs, initially strangers, unite to fight against their creators and prevent Black Ghost's plans for world domination. Each character possesses distinct powers: 001, a baby named Ivan Whisky, has telepathic abilities; 002, Jet Link, can fly at supersonic speeds; 003, Francoise Arnoul, has enhanced senses and analytical skills; 004, Albert Heinrich, has weapons integrated into his body; 005, Geronimo Jr., has immense strength; 006, Chang Changku, can manipulate fire; 007, Great Britain, can transform his body into various objects; 008, Pyunma, is an amphibious fighter; and 009, Joe Shimamura, has enhanced speed, strength, and the ability to activate an "accelerator" mode for brief periods of heightened power.

The series explores themes of identity, humanity, and resistance against oppression as the cyborgs grapple with their altered existence. They face numerous adversaries, including other cyborgs and advanced technology deployed by Black Ghost. The group travels globally, encountering allies and enemies while uncovering the full extent of Black Ghost's sinister agenda. The narrative is episodic yet interconnected, with arcs that delve into the backstories of individual characters and their struggles with their new identities.

As the series progresses, the cyborgs confront increasingly formidable challenges, including internal conflicts and moral dilemmas. The story builds toward a climactic confrontation with Black Ghost, culminating in a resolution that underscores the cyborgs' resilience and their commitment to protecting humanity. The series balances action, character development, and philosophical undertones, making it a notable entry in the science fiction genre.
Information
Cyborg 009 The Cyborg Soldier
Cyborg Soldier 009
Type: TV-Series
Anime episodes: 52
Movie/episode length: 30 min.
Date: 10/14/2001 – 10/06/2002
Categories
Genre
AdventureActionComedy
Settings
Sci-Fi
Tags
MechaCyberpunkRobots & Androids
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Episodes
Staffel 1
1The Birth
2The Escape
3The Flashy Assassin
4The Result of the Duel
5Tears of Iron
6Looking for the Missing Doctor
7Attack the Invisible Opponent
8Friends, the Matter About
9The Devil in Deep Sea
10Polarization War
11Holy Night Image
12The Secret Unmanned Island
13Fog of London
14Meeting Again
15Goodbye, My Friend
16Invasion
17Final Fight
18The Story of a Striving Restaurant
19The Heroes Qualification
20Visional Dog
21The Evil Fossil
22Mites Book 1: God's Raid
23The Standing Myth
24Artemis
25Mythos, the Final Chapter
26Gilmore's Notebook
27Little Visitors
28The Awakening
29The Blue Earth
30Computoia
31Monster Island
32Man or Machine?
33Frozen Time
34The Pharaoh's Curse
35The City of Wind
36The Frozen Land
37The Night of the Star Festival
38Black Ghost Lives
39The New Assassins
40Gamo's Revenge
41Future Fury
42To Tomorrow
43Old Friends
44Nightmare of Van Bogoot
45Good-Bye, My Dolphin
46The Underground Empire
47Rise of the Demon
48When You Wish Upon a Shooting Star
49The Goddess Scheme
50The Fluttering Australia
51The Birth of a New Universal
Cast
Comment(s)
Staff
  • Director
    Jun Kawagoe
  • Storyboard
    Jun Kawagoe
    Tatsuya Oishi
  • Music
    Tetsuya Komuro
  • Art Director
    Yūsuke Takeda
  • Sound Director
    Yoshikazu Iwanami
  • Original Manga
  • Executive producer
    Akira Onodera
  • Script
    Yasuko Kobayashi
    Tomoko Konparu
    Shoji Yonemura
    Katsumi Terahigashi
    Toshizo Nemoto
    Takahiko Masuda
    Yoshifumi Fukushima
    Kenji Konuta
    Shinsuke Ōnishi
    Jō Onodera
  • Episode Director
    Jun Kawagoe
    Tatsuya Oishi
  • Character Design
    Naoyuki Konno
  • Animation Director
    Hideyuki Motohashi
    Naoyuki Konno
    Minoru Tanaka
    Eiji Nakada
    Seiichi Hashimoto
    Masahiko Yoda
    Haruhito Takada
    Yoshihiro Nagamori
    Tōru Yoshida
    Kōhei Yoneyama
    Hidetoshi Ōmori
    Yūki Kinoshita
    Yūichi Nakazawa
  • Producer
    Takayuki Nagasawa
  • Mechanical design
    Naoyuki Konno
Production
  • Production
    TV Tokyo
    Hakuhodo Inc.
    avex mode
    Japan Vistec
    Relations
    Manga overview
    Music
    Ending
    Ep. 01-26
    “Genesis of Next”
    Ep. 27-39
    “STARTING FROM HERE”
    “I do”