Mobile Suit Gundam
A groundbreaking mecha anime franchise that revolutionized the giant robot genre with realistic military themes, complex political narratives, and the horrors of war.
Category
Anime/Manga
Release Year
1979
Origin
Japan
Tags
mechamilitaryspace operawar dramapolitical thrillerscience fiction
Detailed Overview Information
Basic Information
Full Name
Mobile Suit Gundam
Aliases
Gundam, First Gundam, Original Gundam, 機動戦士ガンダム
Type
Mecha Anime Franchise
Release Year
1979
Status
Ongoing Franchise
Origin
Japan
Region
Japan
Creation Information
Creator
Yoshiyuki Tomino
Publisher
Sunrise, Bandai
Original Work
Mobile Suit Gundam anime series
Genre
Mecha, Military, Space Opera, War Drama, Science Fiction, Political Thriller
Content Information
Synopsis
Set in the Universal Century timeline, the series follows the One Year War between the Earth Federation and the Principality of Zeon, focusing on young pilot Amuro Ray and his encounters with the experimental Gundam mobile suit.
Main Characters
Amuro Ray, Char Aznable, Sayla Mass, Bright Noa, Fraw Bow, Kai Shiden, Hayato Kobayashi
Setting
Universal Century 0079, space colonies, Earth, various battlefields across the solar system
Themes
War and its consequences, coming of age, political conflict, human evolution (Newtypes), loss of innocence
Target Audience
Teenagers and adults, mecha fans, military drama enthusiasts
Media Forms
Animated Series
Multiple TV series, OVAs, and films spanning decades
Toy Lines
Gunpla (Gundam plastic models), action figures, collectibles
Video Games
Numerous games across all platforms and genres
Comics
Manga adaptations, side stories, alternate universe stories
Merchandise
Extensive product lines including models, figures, clothing, accessories
Books
Light novels, technical manuals, art books, guidebooks
Digital Content
Streaming anime, mobile games, digital content
Live Events
Gundam exhibitions, model competitions, fan events
Cross Media Adaptations
Live-action films in development, stage plays, theme park attractions
Commercial Information
Sales
Over $5 billion in total franchise revenue
Revenue
Billions in Gunpla sales alone, massive multimedia franchise
Awards
Numerous anime and toy industry awards
Critical Reception
Widely regarded as revolutionary in mecha anime genre
Cultural Impact
Transformed mecha anime from super robot to real robot genre
Market Value
Multi-billion dollar franchise
Licensing
Global licensing for toys, games, merchandise
Merchandise Revenue
Gunpla models generate hundreds of millions annually
Theme Parks
Gundam Base stores, life-size Gundam statues in Japan
Fan Culture
Fanbase
Global community of mecha enthusiasts, model builders, anime fans
Communities
Gunpla building communities, online forums, fan sites
Events
Gunpla World Championship, anime conventions, exhibitions
Quotes
Iconic dialogue about war, Newtypes, and human understanding
Memes
Char's speed obsession, Gundam poses, "It's a Gundam!" reactions
Cosplay
Mobile suit costumes, pilot uniforms, character cosplay
Fan Art
Custom Gunpla builds, fan art, mechanical designs
Fan Projects
Fan films, custom models, tribute videos
Cultural References
Referenced in discussions of war, technology, and human evolution
Social Media
Strong presence with model showcases and anime discussions
Collectibles
High-end Perfect Grade models, limited editions, rare variants
Historical Development
1979
Original Mobile Suit Gundam TV series premieres
1981
Compilation films released, franchise gains popularity
1985
Mobile Suit Zeta Gundam continues the Universal Century
1988
Mobile Suit Gundam: Char's Counterattack film released
1995
Gundam Wing introduces franchise to Western audiences
1999
Turn A Gundam celebrates 20th anniversary
2002
Mobile Suit Gundam SEED revitalizes franchise
2007
Mobile Suit Gundam 00 brings franchise to modern era
2009
Life-size Gundam statue erected in Tokyo
2015
Iron-Blooded Orphans explores new timeline
2019
40th anniversary celebrations worldwide
2024
Franchise continues with new series and projects
Related Links
www.gundam.info
www.enjoyip.com