Synopsis
After being tricked into signing a document by someone he considered a friend, Shin Kazama is forced to become a fighter pilot in the foreign legion of mercenaries, who are fighting in a civil war for the nation of Aslan. Hellbent on earning enough money to break his contract and return to Japan, Shin has managed to become one of the most lethal pilots at the base known as Area 88. But having spent so much time in a place where one's life is always in jeopardy, will Shin remain the same man if a...
Background
Area 88 was published by Central Park Media as three VHS tapes and laserdiscs in 1992. In 2000, the first two episodes were released on DVD. In 2006, ADV Films acquired the license and released a DVD version of the OVA edited into two long episodes. Discotek Media published a remaster of Area 88 on ...
Audience Guidance
AIRecommended age: 15+
moderate
ViolenceAerial combat with plane shootdowns, character deaths, and some blood
moderate
Disturbing themesPsychological toll of mercenary warfare, forced conscription, and moral ambiguity
A mercenary pilot fights in a civil war to buy his freedom, facing intense dogfights and the psychological cost of killing. Contains moderate combat violence and mature war themes.
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FAQ
Area 88 has 3 episodes.
Area 88 is currently finished airing.
Area 88 was produced by Studio Pierrot.
Area 88 aired Feb 5, 1985 to Jun 15, 1986.
Area 88 is based on a Manga.
A mercenary pilot fights in a civil war to buy his freedom, facing intense dogfights and the psychological cost of killing. Contains moderate combat violence and mature war themes.
