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Planetes

2003 – 2004Show1 season26 episodesTV-14

AnimationSci-Fi & Fantasy
80
GreatGoodWatch score
IMDb8.1

A deeply moving, wondrous animated series about the future and technology, with standout score and world-building.

Good for friends night · teens · binge-friendly

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Not for laughs or comfort.

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Episodes

1 season · 26 episodes · best: S1E26 "And the Days We Chance Upon..." 8.7

Episodes

7.9

Story

In the year 2075, mankind has reached a point where journeying between Earth, the moon and the space stations is part of daily life. However, the progression of technology in space has also resulted in the problem of the space debris, which can cause excessive and even catastrophic damage to spacecrafts and equipment.

Feels like

  • Hard Sci-Fi Drama
  • Space Debris Crisis
  • Melancholic Atmosphere
  • Character Study
  • Realistic Space Operations
  • Philosophical Depth
  • Emotional Catharsis
  • Stunning Soundtrack
  • Grown-up Anime

Cast

23 of 23 · most episodes first

Crew

Directors
Masaki Kitamura, Kazuya Murata, Megumi Yamamoto
Written by
Ichiro Okouchi
Produced by
Jun Yukawa, Yoshitaka Kawaguchi
Music by
Kotaro Nakagawa

Everyone

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Facts

October 4, 2003 · April 17, 2004 · Ended

First aired
October 4, 2003
Last aired
April 17, 2004
Status
Ended
Length
1 season · 26 episodes
Age rating
TV-14
Content
Violence, Disturbing Imagery
Genres
Animation, Sci-Fi & Fantasy
Original language
Japanese
Made in
Japan
Available in
59 countries

Tropes

Capitalism Is Bad, Gratuitous English, Jerk with a Heart of Gold +9

  • Capitalism Is Bad
  • Gratuitous English
  • Jerk with a Heart of Gold
  • Earn Your Happy Ending
  • Coincidence Magnet
  • Sociopathic Hero
  • Beard of Sorrow
  • For Science!
  • Art Evolution
  • Does This Remind You of Anything?
  • Clingy Jealous Girl
  • A Day in the Limelight

12 of 136 tropes. From TV Tropes.

Q&A

6 questions, like "Where can I stream Planetes?"

Questions about Planetes

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Planetes?

Crunchyroll

In the United States, Planetes streams on Crunchyroll. You can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store. It also streams in 58 other countries.

Is Planetes worth watching?

80
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes, it's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 80 (IMDb 8.1).

Is Planetes okay for kids?

TV-14ViolenceDisturbing imagery

Not for young kids: it's rated TV-14 in the United States for violence and disturbing imagery, and the viewing guide lists it for teens and adults.

How long does it take to watch Planetes?

11 h

About 11 hours: 26 episodes in 1 season of about 25 minutes each, aired from 2003 to 2004.

Is Planetes in English?

Japanese

No, it was made in Japanese.

What tropes does Planetes use?

Capitalism Is BadGratuitous EnglishJerk with a Heart of GoldEarn Your Happy EndingCoincidence MagnetSociopathic HeroBeard of SorrowFor Science!Art EvolutionDoes This Remind You of Anything?Clingy Jealous GirlA Day in the Limelightand 124 more

TV Tropes lists 136 tropes for it, including Capitalism Is Bad, Gratuitous English, and Jerk with a Heart of Gold.