Gunbuster
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Where to watch Gunbuster in Japan
Gunbuster is streaming on U-NEXT, Anime Times Amazon Channel, dAnime Amazon Channel and Toei Animation Channel Amazon Channel in Japan, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video. Availability checked 24 May 2026.
About Gunbuster
Gunbuster is a 1988 web series in the Animation, Sci-Fi & Fantasy and Action & Adventure genres, starring Maaya Sakamoto, Mitsuo Iwata and Miyuki Sawashiro. It spans 2 seasons and 12 episodes. It holds an average rating of 7.7/10 from 92 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Gunbuster in Japan — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.
Gunbuster trailer
Overview
In the near future, humanity has taken its first steps towards journeying into the far reaches of the galaxy. Upon doing so they discover a huge race of insectoid aliens known as "Space Monsters." These aliens seem dedicated to the eradication of mankind as they near closer and closer to discovering Earth. In response, humanity develops giant fighting robots piloted by hand-picked youth from around the world. Shortly after the discovery of the aliens, Noriko Takaya, the daughter of a famous deceased space captain, enters a training school despite her questionable talents as a pilot. There, she meets her polar opposite, the beautiful and talented Kazumi Amano, and is unexpectedly made to work together with her as they attempt to overcome the trauma of war as well as their own emotions.
Seasons (2)
- Gunbuster6 episodes · 1988
- Gunbuster 26 episodes · 2004
Top cast
Maaya Sakamoto
Lal'C Melk Mark (voice)
Mitsuo Iwata
Nicholsa Vacheron (voice)
Miyuki Sawashiro
Tycho Science (voice)
Yukari Fukui
Nono (voice)
Hiroki Touchi
Nigo (voice)
Kiyoshi Kawakubo
Admiral Dhorasoo (voice)
Sanae Kobayashi
Piaget Serpentine (voice)
Takumi Yamazaki
Casio Takashiro (voice)
Yuki Matsuoka
LeCoultre Serpentine (voice)
Themes & keywords
Frequently asked questions
Where can I watch Gunbuster in Japan?+
In Japan, you can stream Gunbuster on U-NEXT, Anime Times Amazon Channel, dAnime Amazon Channel and Toei Animation Channel Amazon Channel. It's also available to rent or buy on Amazon Video.
Is Gunbuster on Netflix?+
Gunbuster is not on Netflix in Japan right now, but you can stream it on U-NEXT, Anime Times Amazon Channel, dAnime Amazon Channel and Toei Animation Channel Amazon Channel.
How many seasons of Gunbuster are there?+
Gunbuster has 2 seasons and 12 episodes in total.
Who stars in Gunbuster?+
Gunbuster stars Maaya Sakamoto, Mitsuo Iwata, Miyuki Sawashiro, Yukari Fukui and Hiroki Touchi.
When did Gunbuster come out?+
Gunbuster is a 1988 web series.
What genre is Gunbuster?+
Gunbuster is Animation, Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Action & Adventure and War & Politics series.
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