7.9
Where can I stream Mobile Suit Gundam: The 08th MS Team legally?
Mobile Suit Gundam: The 08th MS Team is included with a subscription to Hulu in the United States. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.
Mobile Suit Gundam: The 08th MS Team
1996·Show
What's your score?
Mobile Suit Gundam: The 08th MS Team fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, a touch of humor.
Energy
Thrilling and spectacular
Fast from start to finish.
- Adrenaline8
- Spectacle8
- Violence8
Heart
Cathartic
- Catharsis7
- Pathos6
- Coming of Age6
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay4
- Physical Comedy3
- Satire & Parody3
World
War, the future, and technology
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability7
Craft
Standout performances and characters
- Acting8
- Character Depth8
- Intrigue8
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition7
Energy
HighThrilling and spectacular
Fast from start to finish.
Mobile Suit Gundam: The 08th MS Team is thrilling, spectacular, and violent.
All energy traits
- Adrenaline8High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle8Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence8Physical conflict and intensity.
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Scare3Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Warfare9Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
All heart traits
- Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Coming of Age6Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder6Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Hopefulness5Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Family Dynamics5Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance4Love stories and emotional connections.
- Nostalgia4Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Related traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy3Slapstick and visual gags.
- Satire & Parody3Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
World
MediumWar, the future, and technology
Its world is built around war, the future, and technology.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Warfare9Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Futuristic8Speculative tech and future worlds.
- Tech & Humanity8Human stories in a tech world.
- Politics7Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
- Social Commentary6Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
HighStandout performances and characters
The performances and characters stand out.
All craft traits
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Homage & Reference5Allusions to other works.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Spectacle8Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
Who it's for
AdultsFriends NightParty VibePublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBinge-FriendlyPure EscapismThought-Provoking
Skip it if
Graphic violence bothers you
Find more like it
Based on the GoodWatch fingerprint: our scores for 70+ attributes of every show. Select a row to see all of them.
Episode ratings
| Season | Episode 1 | Episode 2 | Episode 3 | Episode 4 | Episode 5 | Episode 6 | Episode 7 | Episode 8 | Episode 9 | Episode 10 | Episode 11 | Episode 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Episode | |
|---|---|
| Episode 1 | |
| Episode 2 | |
| Episode 3 | |
| Episode 4 | |
| Episode 5 | |
| Episode 6 | |
| Episode 7 | |
| Episode 8 | |
| Episode 9 | |
| Episode 10 | |
| Episode 11 | |
| Episode 12 |
About
Ensign Shiro Amada is transferred to Southeast Asia to take command of the 08th MS Team. In their first guerilla operation, Shiro's team is tasked with distracting the Zeon forces while Federation ground troops locate a mysterious new Zeon weapon.
Mecha AnimeMilitary Sci-FiGundamWar DramaRobotsPolitical IntrigueComing-of-AgeCharacter-Driven
Actors
Crew
Written by:
Composed by:
Related Movies and Shows
Overall: Similar vibe.
Shows
Movies
Sequels and Prequels
No sequels or prequels available
Media
Questions about Mobile Suit Gundam: The 08th MS Team
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Mobile Suit Gundam: The 08th MS Team worth watching?
79
GreatGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 79/100 (IMDb 7.9). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Mobile Suit Gundam: The 08th MS Team rated?
TV-MAViolence
It's rated TV-MA in the United States. Content advisories: violence.
How many seasons does Mobile Suit Gundam: The 08th MS Team have?
1 season
It has 1 season with 12 episodes of about 25 minutes each.
When did Mobile Suit Gundam: The 08th MS Team air?
S1
It ran from 1996 to 1999 and has ended.
What language is Mobile Suit Gundam: The 08th MS Team in?
Japanese
It was made in Japanese. Produced in Japan.
In how many countries can I watch Mobile Suit Gundam: The 08th MS Team?
6
GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Mobile Suit Gundam: The 08th MS Team in 6 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Mobile Suit Gundam: The 08th MS Team use?
Oh, Crap!Psychic PowersBittersweet EndingShield BashChekhov's BoomerangUnfriendly FireMachine BloodTripod TerrorAlpha StrikeDefecting for LoveMauve ShirtThe Loadand 98 more
TV Tropes lists 110 storytelling tropes for Mobile Suit Gundam: The 08th MS Team, including Oh, Crap!, Psychic Powers, Bittersweet Ending.