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Mobile Suit Gundam ZZ 1986

★ 7.3/10 · 38 votes AnimationWar & PoliticsAction & AdventureDramaComedySci-Fi & Fantasy 1 seasons · 47 eps Ended
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What is Mobile Suit Gundam ZZ?

Mobile Suit Gundam ZZ is a Japanese anime television series that aired from 1986 to 1987. Animated by Sunrise and directed by Yoshiyuki Tomino, the show serves as the third installment in the Gundam franchise and acts as a direct sequel to Mobile Suit Zeta Gundam.

Type
TV series
Year
1986
Status
Ended
Episodes
47
Runtime
25 minutes
First aired
Mar 1, 1986
Last aired
Jan 31, 1987
Original language
JA
Origin
JP
Networks
HTB, tv asahi, Nagoya TV, KBC
Genres
Animation, War & Politics, Action & Adventure, Drama
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Mobile Suit Gundam ZZ is a Japanese anime television series that aired from 1986 to 1987. Animated by Sunrise and directed by Yoshiyuki Tomino, the show serves as the third installment in the Gundam franchise and acts as a direct sequel to Mobile Suit Zeta Gundam. It is recognized as the final television series in the franchise released during Japan’s Showa period. The narrative is set in the year Universal Century 0088, immediately following the conclusion of the Gryps War. As the Earth Federation remains ineffective, the Anti-Earth Union Group faces a new threat from Haman Karn and her Neo-Zeon forces, who operate from the asteroid Axis with the goal of reviving the Zabi empire. Following the decimation of the AEUG, the crew of the ship Argama seeks assistance from a young junk collector named Judau Ash, who resides on the Side 1 colony of Shangri-La. The series features voice performances by actors including Kazuki Yao, Maya Okamoto, and Eriko Hara.

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Should you watch it?

“A young junk collector joins the fight against a revived Zeon threat.”

Reasons to watch
  • continues the epic Gundam saga
  • features dynamic mobile suit battles
  • introduces a new generation of pilots
Keep in mind
  • can feel rushed in pacing
  • some character development arcs are underexplored

you're a fan of space mecha and interstellar conflict.

Suitable for teens and up; contains war themes and mild violence.

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Frequently asked questions

Is this series a direct sequel to previous Gundam shows?

Yes, it continues directly after Mobile Suit Zeta Gundam.

Who are the main enemies in this series?

The primary antagonists are Haman Karn and her Neo-Zeon forces.

Does the series feature new mobile suits?

Yes, it includes various new mobile suits used by both sides.

Is this series part of the original Gundam timeline?

Yes, it is set within the Universal Century timeline.

How does the series handle character growth?

It focuses on younger characters adapting to war and responsibility.