Space Knight Tekkaman

About Space Knight Tekkaman

If you are hunting for a new action series, Space Knight Tekkaman (宇宙の騎士テッカマン) deserves a look (1975). The setup goes like this. At its core: Tekkaman is just an average bright boy in his everyday life. However, modern science can turn him into a mighty space warrior.

As things develop, this becomes a reality when aggressive aliens come from space to invade our planet. Armed with a space lance, Tekkaman gallantly goes into action against the grotesque space creatures. During his clashes he encounters an enigmatic young man from another planet who helps him out whenever he is in danger.

With action at the core, fight choreography, pacing and sound design carry much of the weight. Voice work is led by Yasuo Yamada as Andro Umeda and Shinji Nakae as Narrator. It will appeal most to viewers who like fast, high-impact fights. At 26 episodes in total, it is easy to plan a viewing schedule.

Production & Appeal

Production sits with Tatsunoko Production, which means the visual identity of Space Knight Tekkaman follows that studio's craft. Because it leans on action, fight choreography, pacing and sound design carry much of the weight. Its 6.1/10 score suggests opinions are split, so it suits viewers who already like the genre. Voice casting, including Yasuo Yamada as Andro Umeda, adds to the appeal for fans who follow seiyuu. Released in 1975, it competed with that season's other new series for attention.