Tenchi Universe 1995
What is Tenchi Universe?
Tenchi Universe is a television series first released in 1995. Catalogued under Animation, Action & Adventure, Comedy, Sci-Fi & Fantasy.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 1995
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 26
- Runtime
- 30 minutes
- First aired
- Apr 2, 1995
- Networks
- TV Tokyo
- Genres
- Animation, Action & Adventure, Comedy, Sci-Fi & Fantasy
- Updated
How long to binge?
Estimate the schedule using 26 episodes and an average 30-minute runtime.
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Overview
Tenchi Universe is a television series first released in 1995. Catalogued under Animation, Action & Adventure, Comedy, Sci-Fi & Fantasy. Status: Ended. A full overview for this page is being written and will appear here once verified against sources.
Should you watch it?
“A bored teen’s life spirals when a space pirate crash‑lands at his grandfather’s temple.”
- Humorous blend of sci‑fi and action
- Bright, colorful animation
- TV‑14 rating may limit younger viewers
Watch it if you enjoy lighthearted sci‑fi adventures with comedic twists.
Rated TV‑14, the series includes mild violence and comedic innuendo suitable for teens and older.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 26 episodes
- E1 No Need for Discussions! Apr 2, 1995
- E2 No Need for Princesses! Apr 9, 1995
- E3 No Need for Worries! Apr 16, 1995
- E4 No Need for Monsters! Apr 23, 1995
- E5 No Need for Partners! Apr 30, 1995
- E6 No Need for Resident Officers! May 7, 1995
- E7 No Need for Carnivals! May 14, 1995
- E8 No Need for a Genius! May 21, 1995
- E9 No Need for Memories! May 28, 1995
- E10 No Need for an Arch Rival! Jun 4, 1995
- E11 Time and Space Adventures Part I Jun 11, 1995
- E12 Time and Space Adventures Part II Jun 18, 1995
- E13 Time and Space Adventures Part III Jun 25, 1995
- E14 No Need for a Rebellion! Jul 2, 1995
- E15 No Need for an Escape! Jul 9, 1995
- E16 No Need for Hiding Jul 16, 1995
- E17 No Need for Hunger Jul 23, 1995
- E18 No Need for a Ghost Jul 30, 1995
- E19 No Need for Runaways Aug 6, 1995
- E20 No Need for Swimsuits Aug 13, 1995
- E21 No Need for a Checkpoint Aug 20, 1995
- E22 No Need for Knights! Aug 27, 1995
- E23 No Need for Karma Sep 3, 1995
- E24 No Need for Ryoko Sep 10, 1995
- E25 No Need for a Showdown! Sep 17, 1995
- E26 No Need for a Conclusion Sep 24, 1995
Frequently asked questions
Who is the main character?
The show follows Tenchi Masaki, a 17‑year‑old living in rural Japan.
What genres does Tenchi Universe combine?
It mixes animation, action‑adventure, comedy, and sci‑fi/fantasy.
When did the series first air?
Tenchi Universe premiered in 1995.
What triggers Tenchi’s adventure?
A space pirate pursued by Galaxy Police crashes at his grandfather’s temple, pulling him into space.
Is the series appropriate for children?
It carries a TV‑14 rating, indicating it is intended for teenage audiences and older.