Patlabor: Early Days

Target, Lock On!

PG1988•30m•7.4/10

AnimationSci-Fi & FantasyComedy

Ratings

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7.4/10(25)

In the future, rapidly advancing technology gives birth to giant robots known as "Labors," so named for their usefulness in heavy industry. However, this also gives rise to "Labor crimes," resulting the the need for a new branch of law enforcement equipped with and dedicated to the policing of Labors. When Izumi Noa, a female police officer, becomes the newest recruit of Special Vehicles Division 2, she and her top of the line "Patrol Labor" (or "Patlabor") Alphonse are swept into a series of adventures featuring crazed construction workers, eco-terrorists, and sea monsters.

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Production

Studio Deen, Headgear

Language

Status

Ended

First Aired

April 25, 1988

Last Aired

June 25, 1989

Where to Watch

Region US · Lang EN

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Seasons & Episodes

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Season

Second Unit, Move Out!

Air date: 1988-04-25

With the impending shipment of three new labors stuck in traffic, the new recruits must make do with two older labors to defeat a formidable opponent who is terrorizing the town.

Long Shot

Air date: 1988-06-25

As the arrival date of the mayor of New York City draws near, the Labor unit, with the help of exchange officer Sgt. Kanuka Clancy, set up and prepare reinforcements for the impending attacks from the Terror networks who oppose the Babylon Project.

The 450 Million-Year-Old Trap

Air date: 1988-07-25

A creature from a genetic experiment escapes into Tokyo bay and its up to the Labors to put a stop to it's rampage.

The Tragedy of L

Air date: 1988-09-25

During a routine hostage rescue, the recruits use excessive force and are punished by being sent back to the training academy.

The SV2's Longest Day (1)

Air date: 1988-11-10

During the SV2's vacation, the Decisive Action Unit implements a siege on Tokyo.

The SV2's Longest Day (2)

Air date: 1988-12-10

Goto sets forth a plan using the Labors and SV2 to deceive and out wit Mr. Kai and end his siege over Tokyo.

SV2, to the North!

Air date: 1989-06-25

A truck carrying a mysterious container from Germany is smuggled into Japan. After it is stolen twice and heads across Japan, the SV2 are dispatched out to stop it. Who could be behind this? Is this just a random criminal act or is there something far more sinister in the works?