Crunchyroll recently announced that they have added the 2003 anime adaptation of Makoto Yukimura’s Planetes manga for streaming with an English dub. The series will also have subtitles available in English, Spanish, Portuguese, French, German, and Italian. Fans can look forward to watching this series on Crunchyroll and immerse themselves in the world of commercial space travel in the year 2075.
The story follows the Toy Box crew, who are tasked with cleaning up debris in space to ensure the safety of space travelers. Amidst their work, they navigate through life goals, low pay, and the deeper meaning behind it all. The English dub of the series was produced by Bang Zoom! Entertainment back in 2005.
For fans who prefer physical copies, Crunchyroll will also be releasing the series on Blu-ray Disc for the first time in North America on November 5. This release will give fans the opportunity to own a piece of this beloved series and enjoy it in high quality.
Makoto Yukimura originally released the Planetes manga in Kodansha’s Morning magazine from January 1999 to January 2004. The series has garnered a dedicated fan base over the years, and the addition of the English dub on Crunchyroll will surely attract new viewers to experience the adventures of the Toy Box crew.
In addition to the anime adaptation, Dark Horse Comics released an omnibus format of the manga in 2015, including all color pages. The series has had a lasting impact on fans and continues to be a beloved title in the world of manga and anime.
Overall, the addition of Planetes with an English dub on Crunchyroll is exciting news for fans of the series. Whether you’re a longtime fan or new to the world of Planetes, this release offers a great opportunity to dive into a captivating story set in a futuristic world of space exploration. Be sure to check it out on Crunchyroll and experience the thrill of commercial space travel with the Toy Box crew.
