Animation and direction
Fight choreography, lighting, and character acting help 86 stand out among other acclaimed animation series.
86 is called “Juggernaut,” these are the unmanned combat drones developed by the Republic of San Magnolia in answer to the attacks by the autonomous unmanned drones of the neighboring Empire of Giad, the “Legion”..
At a Glance
Full title86
CountryJP
LanguageJapanese
Original networkGunma TV
GenreAnimation · Action & Adventure · Sci-Fi & Fantasy · War & Politics
Final episodeMar 2022
Why 86 is worth your time
Mecha warfare on the frontier where expendable pilots are called by numbers
86 (2021–2022) opens with called “Juggernaut,” these are the unmanned combat drones developed by the Republic of San Magnolia in answer to the attacks by the autonomous unmanned drones of the neighboring Empire of Giad, the “Legion”..
In reality, they are piloted by the Eighty-sixers—those considered to be less than human and treated as mere tools.
Determined to achieve his own mysterious ends, Shin, the captain of Spearhead Squadron, which is comprised of Eighty-sixers, continues to fight a hopeless war on a battlefield where only death awaits him.
The Republic of San Magnolia fights a safe humane war using drones.
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Called “Juggernaut,” these are the unmanned combat drones developed by the Republic of San Magnolia in answer to the attacks by the autonomous unmanned drones of the neighboring Empire of Giad, the “Legion”.
Characters you follow
The cast grows under pressure — viewers stay for relationships and choices, not only battles or plot twists.
Pacing and structure
86 mixes quiet scenes with spikes of tension, making it strong for binge sessions and rewatch hunting for foreshadowing.
Where to start
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Story
Mecha warfare on the frontier where expendable pilots are called by numbers
01
World and premise
Called “Juggernaut,” these are the unmanned combat drones developed by the Republic of San Magnolia in answer to the attacks by the autonomous unmanned drones of the neighboring Empire of Giad, the “Legion”.
02
How the story starts
In reality, they are piloted by the Eighty-sixers—those considered to be less than human and treated as mere tools.
03
Characters and conflict
Determined to achieve his own mysterious ends, Shin, the captain of Spearhead Squadron, which is comprised of Eighty-sixers, continues to fight a hopeless war on a battlefield where only death awaits him.
04
Stakes rise
The Republic of San Magnolia fights a safe humane war using drones.
05
Themes and tone
In reality, however, the drones are piloted by humans called 86s, who are called “pigs” and considered less than human.
06
Why fans keep watching
As Lena lives a life of safety and comfort inside the walls of her city, the 86ers fight a terrible battle against an unstoppable and inhuman enemy.
Cast
Main characters and performers
Behind the Scenes
1 season(s), 23 episodes — premiered Apr 2021.
Status: Ended.
Genres: Animation, Action & Adventure, Sci-Fi & Fantasy, War & Politics.
Studios / networks: A-1 Pictures, Shirogumi, Aniplex.
TMDB user score: 8.1/10.
Rotten Tomatoes Popcornmeter: 95%.
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FAQ
What is 86 about?
Called “Juggernaut,” these are the unmanned combat drones developed by the Republic of San Magnolia in answer to the attacks by the autonomous unmanned drones of the neighboring Empire of Giad, the “Legion”. In reality, they are piloted by the Eighty-sixers—those considered to be less than human and treated as mere tools.
How many episodes does 86 have?
1 season(s), 23 episodes (2021–2022).
Is 86 worth watching?
With a TMDB score of 8.1/10, 86 ranks among the most discussed anime in its category. Fans praise its pacing, animation, and character work.
Where can I watch 86?
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