Orb: On the Movements of the Earth
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Season 1:
Ended on March 15, 2025 -
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"Discover how a 15th-century scientific heresy redefined the stakes of historical drama through the lens of a multi-generational relay for truth."
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Season: 1
| # | Air Date | Episode Name | Watched? |
|---|---|---|---|
| E1 | Oct 05, 2024 | 『地動説』、とでも呼ぼうか | |
| E2 | Oct 05, 2024 | 今から、地球を動かす | |
| E3 | Oct 12, 2024 | 僕は、地動説を信じてます | |
| E4 | Oct 19, 2024 | この地球は、天国なんかよりも美しい | |
| E5 | Oct 26, 2024 | 私が死んでもこの世界は続く | |
| E6 | Nov 02, 2024 | 世界を、動かせ | |
| E7 | Nov 09, 2024 | 真理のためなら | |
| E8 | Nov 16, 2024 | イカロスにならねば | |
| E9 | Nov 23, 2024 | きっとそれが、何かを知るということだ | |
| E10 | Nov 30, 2024 | 知 | |
| E11 | Dec 07, 2024 | 血 | |
| E12 | Dec 14, 2024 | 俺は、地動説を信仰してる | |
| E13 | Dec 21, 2024 | 『自由』を | |
| E14 | Dec 28, 2024 | 今日のこの空は | |
| E15 | Jan 04, 2025 | 私の、番なのか？ | |
| E16 | Jan 11, 2025 | 行動を開始する | |
| E17 | Jan 18, 2025 | この本で大稼ぎできる、かも | |
| E18 | Jan 25, 2025 | 情報を解放する | |
| E19 | Feb 01, 2025 | 迷いの中に倫理がある | |
| E20 | Feb 08, 2025 | 私は、地動説を愛している | |
| E21 | Feb 15, 2025 | 時代は変わる | |
| E22 | Feb 22, 2025 | 君らは歴史の登場人物じゃない | |
| E23 | Mar 01, 2025 | 同じ時代を作った仲間 | |
| E24 | Mar 08, 2025 | タウマゼインを | |
| E25 | Mar 15, 2025 | ？ |
Production Note - Limited Series
Production Type: Limited Series
Orb: On the Movements of the Earth is a standalone Limited Series that concluded its 25-episode run in March 2025. Produced by the renowned Studio Madhouse, the project was developed to provide a comprehensive and final adaptation of the acclaimed manga series by Uoto. The production scale was ambitious, opting for a continuous two-cour release to capture the intense intellectual and physical struggles of various characters across several decades as they challenge the geocentric model of the universe.
The story was intentionally designed with a definitive conclusion to reflect the complete historical and philosophical journey found in the source material. By structuring the series as a singular, self-contained event, the creators were able to deliver a focused narrative that emphasizes the weight of individual sacrifice for the sake of future discovery. This creative decision ensured that the animation quality and pacing remained tight, offering a complete experience that requires no additional installments to satisfy its thematic goals.
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Technical Details
- Network: NHK
- Seasons: 1
- Years: 2024 - 2025
- Genre: Animation, Anime, Drama, History
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