Mashin Hero Wataru (1988): cast, story & where to watch
1988 · Series · ★ 7.1
Released in 1988, Mashin Hero Wataru is an animation, action & adventure, kids and sci-fi & fantasy series.
What it’s about. Mashin Hero Wataru is a comedy/adventure Super Robot multimedia franchise originally consisting of 45 episode anime series created by Sunrise first aired on April 15, 1988. Sunrise credited "Hajime Yatate" for the storyline and Shuji Iuchi directed the series. The series employs a kinetic visual gag style, often employing characters running with their feet over their shoulders derived from Sunrise's previous Super Robot anime series Choriki Robo Galatt.
Who’s in it. Mashin Hero Wataru stars Mayumi Tanaka as Wataru Ikusabe (voice), Tessyo Genda as Ryujinmaru (voice), Megumi Hayashibara as Himiko Shinobibe (voice) and Tomomichi Nishimura as Shibaraku Tsurugibe (voice), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.1/10, Mashin Hero Wataru has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Mashin Hero Wataru page.
If you liked it. Fans of Mashin Hero Wataru tend to enjoy Rick and Morty, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba, Attack on Titan and Attack on Titan: No Regrets.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Mashin Hero Wataru (1988)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Mashin Hero Wataru change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Mashin Hero Wataru worth watching?
- Mashin Hero Wataru holds an audience score of 7.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy animation, action & adventure, kids and sci-fi & fantasy. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Mashin Hero Wataru?
- Mashin Hero Wataru stars Mayumi Tanaka, Tessyo Genda, Megumi Hayashibara, Tomomichi Nishimura and Kenichi Ogata.
- When was Mashin Hero Wataru released?
- Mashin Hero Wataru was released in 1988.