Fireman (1973): cast, story & where to watch

1973 · Series · ★ 6.5

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Released in 1973, Fireman is an action & adventure and sci-fi & fantasy series.

What it’s about. Fireman, known as Magma Man in some markets, is a Japanese tokusatsu television series about a superhero, the title character, who fights kaiju and other villains. Produced by Tsuburaya Productions, the show was broadcast on Nippon Television from January 7 to July 31, 1973, with a total of 30 episodes. This was also one of several shows Tsuburaya did to celebrate the company's 10th Anniversary.

Who’s in it. Fireman stars Naoya Makoto as Daisuke Misaki / Fireman, Sei Hiraizumi as Futoshi Chiba, Shin Kishida as Dr. Saburo Mizusima and Gorō Mutsumi as Dr. Gunpachi Umino, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, Fireman 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 Fireman page.

If you liked it. Fans of Fireman 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 Fireman (1973)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Fireman change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Fireman worth watching?
Fireman holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action & adventure and sci-fi & fantasy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Fireman?
Fireman stars Naoya Makoto, Sei Hiraizumi, Shin Kishida, Gorō Mutsumi and Michihiro Ikemizu.
When was Fireman released?
Fireman was released in 1973.