Fafner

蒼穹のファフナー Dead Aggressor

Tatsumiyajima is the central island in the middle of a small cluster of islands, in a sleepy backwater of the Japanese isles. Not much happens there, and the island's young people go to school knowing that their…

2004 25 min 1 Seasons 25 Episodes
★ 6.5 / 10 16 ratings
Sci-Fi & FantasyAnimationWar & PoliticsDrama
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Fafner

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Synopsis

Tatsumiyajima is the central island in the middle of a small cluster of islands, in a sleepy backwater of the Japanese isles. Not much happens there, and the island's young people go to school knowing that their lives are likely to remain peaceful and undisturbed. Or so they have been taught...but the truth is different. The fate of mankind is on the line, and Tatsumiyajima is the last line of defense against a hostile and incomprehensible enemy. At the center of it all, fighting for Humanity's continued existence, is the giant robot Fafner, the dragon that guards this final treasure of mankind.

About

Fafner premiered on July 5, 2004. It falls under the Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Animation, War & Politics, Drama genres. The series has aired across 1 season and 25 episodes. with each episode running approximately 25 minutes. It airs on TV Tokyo, MBS, TBS. and concluded its run on December 27, 2004.

Why viewers enjoy Fafner

Fafner targets fans of Sci-Fi & Fantasy anime, especially viewers who appreciate stories that blend Animation, War & Politics, Drama elements. This combination of Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Animation, War & Politics, Drama sets the show's pacing and tone, and explains why it resonates with that specific audience over more general animated programming.

Production

Fafner was animated by XEBEC, and broadcast on TV Tokyo, MBS, TBS.

Critical reception

Fafner holds a rating of 6.5 out of 10 based on 16 user reviews on TMDB, a solid score that signals a stable, dedicated viewership.

Themes & motifs

Recurring motifs and themes throughout Fafner include: mecha, bromance, anime. These threads anchor the show's narrative direction and offer a reliable indicator of the kind of viewing experience it delivers.

Voice cast

  • Marika Matsumoto

    Marika Matsumoto

  • Kohei Kiyasu

    Kohei Kiyasu

  • Satomi Arai

    Satomi Arai

  • Sanae Kobayashi

    Sanae Kobayashi

  • Minoru Shiraishi

    Minoru Shiraishi

  • Misato Fukuen

    Misato Fukuen

  • Miyu Matsuki

    Miyu Matsuki

  • Makoto Ishii

    Makoto Ishii

  • Ryoko Shiraishi

    Ryoko Shiraishi

  • Tamaki Nakanishi

    Tamaki Nakanishi

Production credits

Direction
Nobuyoshi Habara
Writing
Tow Ubukata

Release dates

Premiered

July 5, 2004

Last aired

December 27, 2004

Seasons & episodes

Season 1 poster

Season1

July 5, 2004·25episodes

No description available for this season.

Themes & topics

Keywords associated with this title by the community.

  • mecha
  • bromance
  • anime

Network

TV TokyoMBSTBS

Frequently asked questions

When did Fafner premiere?

Fafner premiered on July 5, 2004.

How many seasons does Fafner have?

Fafner has 1 season and 25 episodes in total.

What genre is Fafner?

Fafner is classified under Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Animation, War & Politics, Drama.

What networks did Fafner air on?

Fafner aired on TV Tokyo, MBS, TBS.

Is Fafner finished?

Yes, Fafner concluded its run on December 27, 2004.

How long is each episode of Fafner?

Each episode of Fafner runs for approximately 25 minutes.

Where is Fafner from?

Fafner is a Japanese anime production.

What is the TMDB rating of Fafner?

Fafner holds a rating of 6.5 out of 10 on TMDB based on community reviews.