Great Mazinger vs. Getter Robo (1975): cast, story & where to watch

Released in 1975, Great Mazinger vs. Getter Robo is an action, adventure, animation and science fiction film directed by Masayuki Akehi, running about 30 minutes.

What it’s about. When an UFO delivers a metal-eating monster to the heart of Japan, Getter Robo and Mazinger Z are launched to combat the alien menace. Fighting individually, the space monster's metal-eating and acid-spitting abilities prove too much for Japan's super robot forces - only their combined might stands a chance against defeating it! But with Mazinger Z damaged, can Getter Robo defend against the monster long enough for its comrade to be repaired? And even with forces combined, can they defeat the monster before all of Japan is destroyed?

Who’s in it. Great Mazinger vs. Getter Robo stars Akira Kamiya as Ryo Nagare, Keaton Yamada as Hayato Jin, Hiroshi Ōtake as Boss and Hiroshi Otake as Boss, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, Great Mazinger vs. Getter Robo has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Great Mazinger vs. Getter Robo page.

If you liked it. Fans of Great Mazinger vs. Getter Robo tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.