EAT-MAN

About EAT-MAN

Here is what EAT-MAN is about, retold in plain terms: an action, adventure and sci-fi anime by Studio DEEN (1997). At its core: Bolt Crank is an "explorer"--a mercenary who only accepts jobs that fits his moral standards. Even so, explorers like him are rarely trusted, and employment--both in getting and also doing the job--is hazardous.

Next up: However, despite the fact Bolt says it's the only job he's any good at, he's also the best explorer around. Moreover, he has a unique ability. He's able to eat anything at all, and later can reproduce it wholly intact and functional!

As an action title, fight choreography, pacing and sound design carry much of the weight. Bolt Crank (Masashi Ebara) and Kyrene Garbo (Aya Hisakawa) are two of the characters you will meet early. Think of it as a pick for viewers who like fast, high-impact fights. With 12 episodes in total, there is enough room for the story to develop.

Production & Appeal

Animation is handled by Studio DEEN, so the studio's house style defines how EAT-MAN looks and moves on screen. The action focus matters here: fight choreography, pacing and sound design carry much of the weight. Its 6.0/10 score suggests opinions are split, so it suits viewers who already like the genre. Voice casting, including Masashi Ebara as Bolt Crank, adds to the appeal for fans who follow seiyuu. It aired in 1997, which makes it easy to place in the wider anime calendar.