Gatchaman

In a world threatened by pollution and resource depletion, the Gatchaman, a team of five heroes, battle the evil Gallactor and its robot monsters to protect the Earth.

OFFICIAL SYNOPSIS

The anime "Gatchaman" is set in a world facing environmental crisis, prompting the establishment of the International Scientific Organization (ISO). Gallactor, an international criminal group, emerges, aiming to seize control of the ISO and conquer the world. Gallactor is orchestrated by the masked Berg Katse, acting under the orders of the extraterrestrial Generalissimo X. To combat this threat, Dr. Nambu of the ISO recruits five youths to form the Gatchaman, the Science Commandos. The team consists of Ken (the Eagle), the leader; Joe (the Condor); Jun (the Swan); Jinpei (the Swallow); and Ryu (the Horned Owl). Each Gatchaman possesses unique scientific weapons and birdlike costumes, and they pilot the Phoenix, an aircraft that transforms into a powerful fiery arrow. The series follows the Gatchaman as they confront Gallactor's robot monsters and fight to protect the world.

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CHARACTERS

Ken Washio

Charismatic test pilot Ken Washio, a skilled ninja and Gatchaman leader, balances heroic duty with a clumsy romantic life and a love for flying.

Portrayed by Mori Katsuji, Onosaka Masaya, Seki Tomokazu

Joe Asakura

Impulsive marksman and former racecar driver, Joe seeks revenge on Gallactor for his parents' murder.

Portrayed by Sasaki Isao, Ishii Kouji, Suzuki Kazuma

Jun

Tech-savvy, independent Jun, a skilled explosives expert and hacker, balances her work at a nightclub with fighting for Gatchaman.

Portrayed by Sugiyama Kazuko, Neya Michiko

Ryu Nakanishi

Godphoenix pilot Ryu, a steadfast country boy, balances duty with family and a yearning for action.

Portrayed by Tachiki Fumihiko, Kanemoto Shingo

Jinpei

Eleven-year-old ninja Jinpei, a cheerful, mischievous boy, fights Gallactor alongside his adopted family, Gatchaman.

Portrayed by Matsumoto Rica, Shioya Yoku

Berg Katse

Berg Katse, Galactor's master of disguise and subterfuge, is a gender-shifting mutant with an incredibly high IQ.

Portrayed by Orikasa Ai, Mori Hiroko, Neal Edwin, Shiozawa Kaneto, Konoshima Aiko

Nambu Kozaburou

Ruthless ISO chief scientist, Nambu mentors the Gatchaman team, employing his astrophysics expertise in the fight against Gallactor.

Portrayed by Sawaki Ikuya, Oohira Tooru, Funakoshi Eiichirou

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DETAILS FOR THE CURIOUS

Studio

Tatsunoko Production

Season

Fall 1972

Start Date

1972-10-01

End Date

1974-09-29

Episodes

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