Patlabor: Early Days (1988): cast, story & where to watch
1988 · Series · ★ 7.4
Released in 1988, Patlabor: Early Days is an animation, sci-fi & fantasy and comedy series.
What it’s about. In the future, rapidly advancing technology gives birth to giant robots known as "Labors," so named for their usefulness in heavy industry. However, this also gives rise to "Labor crimes," resulting the the need for a new branch of law enforcement equipped with and dedicated to the policing of Labors. When Izumi Noa, a female police officer, becomes the newest recruit of Special Vehicles Division 2, she and her top of the line "Patrol Labor" (or "Patlabor") Alphonse are swept into a series of adventures featuring crazed construction workers, eco-terrorists, and sea monsters.
Who’s in it. Patlabor: Early Days stars Mina Tominaga as Noa Izumi (voice), Ryusuke Ohbayashi as Kiichi Gotou (voice), Michihiro Ikemizu as Isao Oota (voice) and Osamu Saka as Seitarou Sakaki (voice), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.4/10, Patlabor: Early Days 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 Patlabor: Early Days page.
If you liked it. Fans of Patlabor: Early Days 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 Patlabor: Early Days (1988)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Patlabor: Early Days change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Patlabor: Early Days worth watching?
- Patlabor: Early Days holds an audience score of 7.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy animation, sci-fi & fantasy and comedy. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Patlabor: Early Days?
- Patlabor: Early Days stars Mina Tominaga, Ryusuke Ohbayashi, Michihiro Ikemizu, Osamu Saka and Toshio Furukawa.
- When was Patlabor: Early Days released?
- Patlabor: Early Days was released in 1988.