Black Magic M-66

About Black Magic M-66

Black Magic M-66 blends action, sci-fi and mecha by AIC, animate Film (1987). Below is a fresh retelling of what the story is about. What the story covers: When Sybel, a freelance reporter, learns a military plane crash, she is thrilled by the prospect of getting her hands on the latest inside scoop. However, she is unaware that the plane was carrying two top-concealed prototype android assassins who will stop at nothing to destroy their target.

Along the way, as the military frantically tries to clean up its mess, Sybel races against time to find and protect the robots' targeted victim—all while documenting the military's misconduct—before it is too late.

In an action series like this, fight choreography, pacing and sound design carry much of the weight. It will appeal most to viewers who like fast, high-impact fights.

Production & Appeal

Production sits with AIC, animate Film, which means the visual identity of Black Magic M-66 follows that studio's craft. Because it leans on action, fight choreography, pacing and sound design carry much of the weight. Its 6.4/10 score suggests opinions are split, so it suits viewers who already like the genre. Released in 1987, it competed with that season's other new series for attention.