Quick Info
Status: Ended
Network: tv asahi
Type: Scripted
Rating: 4.3/10
Area 88
Overview
The adventures of a young pilot in a war torn country. Shin Kazama was duped into singing a three-year contract at Area 88, a secluded mercenary air force base. Determined to earn $1.5 million to buy his way out of the obligation and return home, killing becomes second nature to Shin as he quickly rises to the top rank at Area 88. He begins to question whether he is still fighting for survival, or like his fellow mercenaries, for the sheer excitement and camaraderie of battle.
This production, originally released in 2004, has captivated audiences with its unique storytelling. As a Scripted series, it brings a fresh perspective to the Animation, Action & Adventure, Drama genre, maintaining a strong viewer rating of 4.3 across its 1 season.
- Storyline Highlights:
- • Explores themes within Animation and Action & Adventure.
- • Produced in Japan, United States of America.
- • Original Language: Japanese.
Starring Cast
Shin-ichiro Miki
Makoto Shinjou (voice)
Tomokazu Seki
Micky Simon (voice)
Takehito Koyasu
Shin Kazama (voice)
Hikaru Midorikawa
Satoru Kanzaki (voice)
Sanae Kobayashi
Kitri Parveneh (voice)
Hiroki Takahashi
Saki Vashtar (voice)
Satsuki Yukino
Ryoko Tsugumo (voice)
Chikao Ohtsuka
McCoy (voice)
Seasons
Season 1
12 Episodes • Aired 2004-01-09
No season overview provided for this season.