Kaiketsu Zubat (1977): cast, story & where to watch

1977 · Series · ★ 7.4

Kaiketsu Zubat poster

Released in 1977, Kaiketsu Zubat is an action & adventure, crime and western series.

What it’s about. Kaiketsu Zubat, translated as Extraordinary Zubat or Magnificent Zubat, was a tokusatsu superhero series that aired in 1977. Created by Shotaro Ishinomori, this 32-episode series, harkens back to tokusatsu superhero shows of the 1950s, but with a late-1970s twist.

Who’s in it. Kaiketsu Zubat stars Hiroshi Miyauchi as Ken Hayakawa / Zubat, Makoto Saito as Detective Shingo Toiyo, Nobuko Ōshiro as Midori Asuka and Nobuyuki Nakano as Osamu Terada, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.4/10, Kaiketsu Zubat 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 Kaiketsu Zubat page.

If you liked it. Fans of Kaiketsu Zubat 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 Kaiketsu Zubat (1977)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Kaiketsu Zubat change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Kaiketsu Zubat worth watching?
Kaiketsu Zubat holds an audience score of 7.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action & adventure, crime and western. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Kaiketsu Zubat?
Kaiketsu Zubat stars Hiroshi Miyauchi, Makoto Saito, Nobuko Ōshiro, Nobuyuki Nakano and Ryūji Hayami.
When was Kaiketsu Zubat released?
Kaiketsu Zubat was released in 1977.