Galaxy Express 999: Episodes, Story and Where to Watch
Galaxy Express 999 (1978): what the anime is about, key facts and where to watch, in one evergreen guide.
Galaxy Express 999 (1978) is a adventure, drama, sci-fi anime produced by Toei Animation. On MyAnimeList it holds a community score of 7.78/10 from 8,135 ratings.
What is Galaxy Express 999 about?
In the distant future, humanity has found a way to live forever by purchasing mechanical bodies, but this way to immortality is extraordinarily expensive. An impoverished boy, Tetsurou Hoshino, desires to purchase a pass on the Galaxy Express 999—a train that travels throughout the universe—because it is said that at the end of the line, those aboard can obtain a mechanical body for free. When Tetsurou's mother is gunned down by the villainous machine-man hybrid Count Mecha, however, all seems lost.
Key details
Galaxy Express 999 runs for 113 episodes and its status is "finished airing". It premiered in the fall 1978 season. Content rating: G - All Ages.
Where to watch Galaxy Express 999
Streaming availability changes by region. Major anime platforms like Crunchyroll, Netflix and Hidive rotate their catalogs, so check your local listings for Galaxy Express 999.
Frequently asked questions
What is Galaxy Express 999 about?
In the distant future, humanity has found a way to live forever by purchasing mechanical bodies, but this way to immortality is extraordinarily expensive. An impoverished boy, Tetsurou Hoshino, desires to purchase a pass on the Galaxy Express 999—a t
How many episodes does Galaxy Express 999 have?
Galaxy Express 999 has 113 episodes.
What is the MAL rating of Galaxy Express 999?
Galaxy Express 999 is rated 7.78/10 on MyAnimeList.
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