Space Adventure Cobra
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Season 1:
Ended on May 19, 1983 -
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"A cigar-chomping rogue and his robotic partner redefine cool in a neon-soaked galaxy of high-stakes gambling and bounty hunting."
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Series Deep Dive:
Directed by the legendary Osamu Dezaki, Space Adventure Cobra remains a landmark of 1980s animation. Adapting Buichi Terasawa’s manga, the series follows a rogue pirate with a Psychogun arm who underwent surgery to hide from his enemies. Its legacy is defined by a unique fusion of Western pulp aesthetics, James Bond-inspired swagger, and psychedelic sci-fi landscapes. The show’s technical prowess, characterized by Dezaki’s signature 'harmony' still frames and cinematic lighting, elevated the medium's visual language. By blending hard-boiled noir with galactic exploration, it carved a permanent niche in the space opera genre. Decades later, its influence persists in the archetypes of charming outlaws and the sleek, chrome-heavy art direction that defined a golden era of Japanese television production.
Season: 1
| Watched? | # | Air Date | Episode Name |
|---|---|---|---|
| E1 | Oct 07, 1982 | 復活！サイコガン | |
| E2 | Oct 14, 1982 | 奇怪！ジゴバ | |
| E3 | Oct 21, 1982 | 宿敵！クリスタルボーイ | |
| E4 | Oct 28, 1982 | 脱走！！シド刑務所 | |
| E5 | Nov 04, 1982 | 謎！強敵スナイパーは？ | |
| E6 | Nov 11, 1982 | 魔術師の正体！！ | |
| E7 | Nov 18, 1982 | ジェーンの仇！ | |
| E8 | Nov 25, 1982 | 激闘！コブラ対ボーイ | |
| E9 | Dec 02, 1982 | 出現！！海賊スノウ・ゴリラ | |
| E10 | Dec 09, 1982 | イレズミの秘密 | |
| E11 | Dec 16, 1982 | 砂の惑星ザドス | |
| E12 | Dec 23, 1982 | 恐るべし最終兵器 | |
| E13 | Dec 30, 1982 | 死のルーレット | |
| E14 | Jan 06, 1983 | 大魔王ガルタン | |
| E15 | Jan 13, 1983 | 竜水晶の友よ！ | |
| E16 | Jan 20, 1983 | 地獄へ！ラグボール | |
| E17 | Jan 27, 1983 | ならず者チーム | |
| E18 | Feb 03, 1983 | デスゲーム！００７８時 | |
| E19 | Feb 10, 1983 | なるか！？逆転ホームラン | |
| E20 | Feb 17, 1983 | 死闘！砂の海の恐怖 | |
| E21 | Feb 24, 1983 | ２人のソード王 | |
| E22 | Mar 03, 1983 | 地底の客 | |
| E23 | Mar 10, 1983 | 海底の墓標 | |
| E24 | Mar 17, 1983 | ロボットはいかが？ | |
| E25 | Mar 24, 1983 | コブラが死んだ！？ | |
| E26 | Mar 31, 1983 | 戦火の彼方に | |
| E27 | Apr 07, 1983 | 悪の帝王！サラマンダー | |
| E28 | Apr 21, 1983 | コブラ怒りの報復へ | |
| E29 | May 05, 1983 | 極北の男・熱き血よ | |
| E30 | May 12, 1983 | サラマンダーを倒す法 | |
| E31 | May 19, 1983 | あばよ！おれのコブラ |
Series Legacy & Historical Archive
Franchise Status: Legacy status with periodic revivals including the 2008-2010 OVA series and TV series marking the 30th anniversary.
Space Adventure Cobra remains a definitive pillar of space opera television, having concluded its influential run on Fuji TV. Created by Buichi Terasawa, the series introduced a unique blend of hard-boiled pulp fiction and psychedelic sci-fi aesthetics that separated it from the mecha-heavy trends of its era. The protagonist, with his iconic Psychogun and cynical wit, established a blueprint for the charming rogue archetype that would later influence legendary characters in series like Cowboy Bebop.
The show remains a rewatch staple because of its masterful direction by Osamu Dezaki and its timeless exploration of freedom against galactic tyranny. Its visual identity, characterized by vibrant colors and experimental cinematography, ensures that the animation feels stylish rather than dated. Fans return to the series for its high-stakes gambling arcs, creative alien designs, and the sophisticated chemistry between Cobra and Lady Armaroid, which continues to define the peak of adult-oriented adventure anime.
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Technical Details
- Network: Fuji TV
- Seasons: 1
- Years: 1982 - 1983
- Genre: Action, Adventure, Animation, Anime, Science Fiction
- Rating: TV-14