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Patlabor WXIII the Movie 2002

“Stillborn terror strikes from Tokyo Bay.”

Status
Released
Runtime
107 minutes
Director
Fumihiko Takayama, Takuji Endo
Networks
Madhouse, Bandai Visual, TFC
Where to Stream
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★ TMDB users: 6.6/10 from 53 votes R ActionAnimationScience FictionThriller Released
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What is Patlabor WXIII the Movie?

Patlabor WXIII the Movie is a film first released in 2002. Catalogued under Action, Animation, Science Fiction, Thriller.

Type
Film
Year
2002
Status
Released
Runtime
107 minutes
Release date
Mar 30, 2002
Original language
JA
Origin
Japan
Studios
Madhouse, Bandai Visual, TFC
Genres
Action, Animation, Science Fiction, Thriller
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Rating
★ TMDB users: 6.6/10 from 53 votes
Episode runtime
~107 minutes
Status
Released
Networks
Madhouse, Bandai Visual, TFC
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Patlabor WXIII the Movie is a film first released in 2002. Catalogued under Action, Animation, Science Fiction, Thriller. Produced and broadcast by Madhouse, Bandai Visual, TFC. Current status: Released.

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Should you watch it?

“Detectives uncover a deadly bio‑weapon plot hidden beneath rising labor accidents.”

Reasons to watch
  • Intriguing conspiracy thriller set in a near‑future Tokyo
  • Combines police investigation with mecha action
  • Features collaboration between police and military
Keep in mind
  • Pacing may feel slow for viewers expecting nonstop action
  • Animation style may feel dated

Watch it if you enjoy sci‑fi mysteries that blend detective work with mecha battles.

The film’s intense thriller tone and action sequences make it best suited for older teens and adults.

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What year does the story take place?

The story is set in the year 2000.

Who are the main police investigators?

Detectives Kusumi and Hata are assigned to the case.

What is the central threat in the film?

A biological weapon known as WXIII‑Wasted Thirteen.

Do the protagonists work alone to stop the threat?

They eventually cooperate with the military and the Special Vehicle Division 2.

What genres describe the film?

It is classified as action, animation, science‑fiction, and thriller.

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