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MEGALOBOX 2018

★ 7.9/10 · 260 votes TV-MA AnimationAction & AdventureDramaSci-Fi & Fantasy 2 seasons · 26 eps Ended
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What is MEGALOBOX?

The television series "MEGALOBOX" takes place in a desolate land surrounding a city of poverty. The story revolves around the main character, a motorcycle rider who goes by the ring name "Junk Dog".

Type
TV series
Year
2018
Status
Ended
Episodes
26
Runtime
24 minutes
First aired
Apr 6, 2018
Last aired
Jun 27, 2021
Original language
JA
Origin
JP
Networks
TBS
Genres
Animation, Action & Adventure, Drama, Sci-Fi & Fantasy
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The television series "MEGALOBOX" takes place in a desolate land surrounding a city of poverty. The story revolves around the main character, a motorcycle rider who goes by the ring name "Junk Dog". He has a past that is left unexplored, and his only known associates are his friend Gansaku Nanbu and the reigning MEGALOBOX champion Yuri. Yuri is portrayed as a skilled and charismatic champion, while "Junk Dog" is described as bored, resigned, and unfulfilled. The series explores the relationship between these two characters, with "Junk Dog" and Yuri serving as rivals. The story is set in a world where MEGALOBOX matches are a significant part of the narrative, and the series delves into the lives of those involved in this world.

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Should you watch it?

“A nameless fighter seeks purpose by entering a high-stakes tournament in a desolate, impoverished world.”

Reasons to watch
  • compelling underdog narrative
  • unique sci-fi sports premise
Keep in mind
  • contains intense fighting
  • features themes of poverty

Watch it if you enjoy gritty sports dramas set in a futuristic, dystopian landscape.

The series is rated TV-MA and contains depictions of fighting and violence.

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Episode guide

Season 1 · 13 episodes
Season 2 · 13 episodes

Frequently asked questions

What is Megalobox?

It is a sport involving fighting with the use of powered exoskeletons.

Who is the protagonist?

The protagonist is a man with no name or past who uses the ring name Junk Dog.

Who directs the series?

The series is directed by Yō Moriyama.

What is the setting of the story?

The story takes place in a desolate land featuring a city of poverty.

Who is the rival character?

The rival is Yuri, the reigning champion of Megalobox.