Mobile Suit Gundam (1979)

In the turbulent year 0079 of the Universal Century, humanity finds itself embroiled in an explosive war of independence. The rebellious space colony, the Principality of Zeon, stakes its claim against the Earth Federation, igniting the cosmic battlefield. In this chaotic tapestry of conflict, a young teenage boy, Amuro Ray, is catapulted from his ordinary life into the heart of the war. When Zeon's colossal mobile suits - human-piloted robotic behemoths - descend upon his home colony, Amuro is thrust into the cockpit of the Federation's clandestine weapon, the Gundam. This extraordinary mobile suit is not just another titan of steel, but a transcendent war machine that holds the key to the Federation's survival. As the narrative unfolds, Amuro and a motley crew of civilians, all around his age, find themselves commandeering a Federation spaceship, their lives transformed overnight into soldiers of circumstance. Their best hope in surviving the relentless onslaught of Zeon's forces lies not just in the Gundam and its unprecedented power, but in their collective resilience and the raw, untested talents of their youthful pilot. In the crucible of the One Year War, these accidental warriors must navigate the treacherous waters of conflict, their survival hinging on their ability to adapt, endure, and ultimately, triumph. Mobile Suit Gundam is a gripping saga of war, resilience, and the indomitable spirit of humanity, spun against the awe-inspiring backdrop of the cosmos.

Mobile Suit Gundam is an action show featuring Toru Furuya.

Mobile Suit Gundam is currently streaming on Crunchyroll, Crunchyroll Amazon Channel and Funimation Now.