The 1978 sequel to the seminal sci-fi anime Gatchaman, known internationally as Eagle Riders, has landed on HIDIVE. The full 52-episode series, produced by Tatsunoko Production, is now available with both English dub and subtitles.
Set two years after the original Science Ninja Team's victory, the story sees the return of the evil Galactor organization and the introduction of new threats. The narrative features the science ninja team facing off against the villainous Leader X and his bizarre, child-like yet adult-voiced antagonist Gel Sadra, who was rapidly aged by X.
While the original Gatchaman is celebrated for its tight plotting and iconic character designs, Eagle Riders leans more into episodic adventures and superhero tropes. For fans of classic mecha and superhero teams, the complete series offers a deep dive into a foundational anime franchise.
