Star Blazers: The Comet Empire English Sub & Dub

About Star Blazers: The Comet Empire

Looking for background on Star Blazers: The Comet Empire (宇宙戦艦ヤマト2)? This drama and sci-fi series (1978) starts out like this. At its core: A year has passed since the Star Force returned to save the Earth but another danger now approaches from deep space. A gigantic White Comet hurtles toward our galaxy, obliterating everything in its path.

Along the way, it is no everyday comet - it is the deadly Comet Empire, conqueror of worlds and Earth is the next target! Against orders, the Star Force blasts off to investigate, but even if they can get past the flagship Andromeda, they don't yet know the true nature of their new foe!

In a drama series like this, character writing and emotional payoff matter more than spectacle. Susumu Kodai (Kei Tomiyama) and Yuki Mori (Harumi Ichiryuusai) are two of the characters you will meet early. It will appeal most to viewers who prefer story and feelings over flashy action. At 26 episodes in total, it is easy to plan a viewing schedule.

Production & Appeal

Within the drama category, character writing and emotional payoff matter more than spectacle. At 7.1/10 it earns a solid reception, a safe pick for fans of the genre. Voice casting, including Kei Tomiyama as Susumu Kodai, adds to the appeal for fans who follow seiyuu. It aired in 1978, which makes it easy to place in the wider anime calendar.