The first season of Mobile Suit Gundam 00, a foundational entry in the long-running franchise, has arrived on Hulu, offering both English dub and subtitled options. The series, produced by Sunrise, dives into a near-future where Earth's energy crisis has fractured humanity into three superpowers locked in a cold war.
Set in 2307 AD, the story centers on Celestial Being, an enigmatic paramilitary organization wielding advanced mobile suits known as Gundams. These Gundams, piloted by four uniquely skilled individuals, are deployed to intervene in global conflicts, aiming to eradicate war itself. The series distinguishes itself with a focus on political intrigue, terrorism, and the complex ethical dilemmas that arise from imposing peace through military force.
Mobile Suit Gundam 00 holds a solid 8.10 rating on MyAnimeList, with over 128,000 voters recognizing its mature storytelling and compelling real robot action. Sunrise, a studio renowned for its mecha and sci-fi epics like Code Geass and Cowboy Bebop, delivers a visually striking and thematically rich experience.
This first season sets the stage for the escalating conflict and character development that continues into Mobile Suit Gundam 00: Second Season. With the complete 25-episode run now accessible on Hulu, fans can immerse themselves in this critical examination of global politics and the human cost of war, from its initial premise to its explosive conclusion.
