Heat Guy J

Heat Guy J is a 26 episode science fiction anime series created by Escaflowne director Kazuki Akane and Satelight. Heat Guy J was licensed and distributed in the U.S. in 2003 by Pioneer. It was re-released by Funimation Entertainment in the fall of 2009. The first 13 episodes of the show also was broadcast on the cable channel MTV2. A one volume manga was created based on the series, and was licensed and distributed by TOKYOPOP. The show was picked up for a UK DVD release by Manga Entertainment starting in March 2006. It was packaged in double DVD sets to make up for the long delayed release of the series.

This production, originally released in 2002, has captivated audiences with its unique storytelling. As a Scripted series, it brings a fresh perspective to the Animation, Action & Adventure, Crime, Sci-Fi & Fantasy genre, maintaining a strong viewer rating of 5.9 across its 1 season.

• Storyline Highlights:
• • Explores themes within Animation and Action & Adventure.
• • Produced in Japan.
• • Original Language: Japanese.