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Shaider
is a tokusatsu television show that aired from March 2, 1984 to March 8, 1985. It is the last of the "Space Sheriff Series" of the broader Metal Hero Series franchise, the previous two being ''Space Sheriff Gavan'' and '' Space Sheriff Sharivan''. Action footage from ''Shaider'' was used for Season 2 of ''VR Troopers''. For distribution purposes, Toei refers to this television series as ''Space Captain Sheider''. Plot In college studying archaeology, Dai Sawamura deciphers the symbols of the Nazca Lines in Peru. Impressed by this feat, the recruit and train him to be Earth's third Space Sheriff. He's given the code name ''Shaider'' in memory of an ancient warrior who defeated Emperor Kubilai and brought down his Fuuma Empire 12,000 years ago. When Fuuma returns, Dai is deputized as he returns to Earth to battle Fuuma. Characters Vavilos Crew , serves as the headquarters of Shaider and Annie as it circles around the Earth. In combat, Vavilos can fire the from its wings. Wh ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Metal Hero Series
The is a metaseries of tokusatsu superhero TV series produced by Toei for Japanese television. The protagonists of the ''Metal Hero Series'' are mainly space, military and police-based characters who are typically either androids, cyborgs, or human beings who don "metallic" armored suits. Henceforth, most of the Metal Heroes are also referenced as another example of the "Henshin (transforming) Heroes" genre. Usually, the genre revolves around a technological theme where technology, in the right hands, can be used for the greater good. The shows were produced by Toei from 1982 through 1999 in conjunction with their other Tokusatsu superhero shows, '' Kamen Rider'' and '' Super Sentai''. In addition to Japan, they are also popular in France, Brazil, the Philippines, Malaysia and Indonesia. During the 1990s, Saban Entertainment used some of the shows to produce programs similar to their ''Power Rangers'' series. Some of the ''Metal Hero Series'' even spawned such sequels wh ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
VR Troopers
''VR Troopers'' is a syndicated live action superhero-adventure television series produced and distributed by Saban Entertainment from 1994 to 1996. The show tried to profit from the fascination with virtual reality in the mid-1990s as well as the success of Saban's other property, ''Power Rangers''. ''VR Troopers'' was the first official "sister series" to ''Mighty Morphin' Power Rangers''. Much like it, this was an Americanization of a Japanese tokusatsu children's program series by Toei Company. The series is a co-production of Toei and Cyberprod. The show featured early CGI and video effects mixed with Japanese stock footage from three different ''Metal Hero Series'': '' Superhuman Machine Metalder'', '' Dimensional Warrior Spielban'' and ''Space Sheriff Shaider''. On May 7, 2010, the copyright for ''VR Troopers'' was transferred from BVS Entertainment to Saban Capital Group. While the series was almost as successful as ''Power Rangers,'' it was canceled after only two seaso ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Naomi Morinaga
is a former Japanese actress and stuntwoman. She is known for her performance as Annie, the title character's sidekick in the tokusatsu television series '' Uchuu Keiji Shaider''and as Hellen/Hellvira, the protagonist's sister in ''Jikuu Senshi Spielban''. She retired from acting in 1998, but briefly reprised her role as older Annie in the 2014 film '' Space Sheriff: THE NEXT GENERATION''. Works Film * ''Space Sheriff Shaider: The Movie'' (1984), as Annie * ''Space Sheriff Shaider: Pursuit! Shigi Shigi Abduction Plan'' (1984), as Annie * ''Hissatsu 4: Urami Harashimasu'' (Sure-Fire Death 4: We Will Avenge You) (1987) * ''Oazuke'' (1990), as Woman Warrior * ''Angel Target'' (1991) * '' Kamen Rider ZO'' (1993) * ''Captive'' (1994) * ''Supernatural Woman Legend Seiraine 4'' (1996) * ''Space Sheriff: THE NEXT GENERATION'' (2014) TV * '' Uchuu Keiji Shaider'' (Space Sheriff Shaider) (1984–1985), as Annie * ''Hissatsu Shigotonin V'' (1985) * ''Jikuu Senshi Spielban is a Japane ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Hiroshi Tsuburaya
was a Japanese actor. The grandchild of Eiji Tsuburaya, who was also the first creator of the Ultraman Series, and the third son of Hajime Tsuburaya who became the second creator of the Ultraman Series after Eiji Tsuburaya's death on January 25, 1970. He was born in Setagaya, Tokyo. He became known to ''tokusatsu'' series audiences for playing the leading role in '' Uchuu Keiji Shaider'' (''Space Sheriff Shaider'') as Dai Sawamura/Shaider. Death Tsuburaya died of liver cancer on July 24, 2001, due to alcoholism developed through the years. He was 37 years old. His best friends, actors Hiroshi Watari who played the title role in ''Sharivan'' and ''Spielvan'', and Kenji Ohba, who played the title role in ''Space Sheriff Gavan'', attended his funeral. Movies * '' Ultra Q The Movie: Legend of the Stars'' * '' Ultraman Tiga & Ultraman Dyna: Warriors of the Star of Light'' TV * '' Uchuu Keiji Shaider'' (1984) *''Sanada Taiheiki'' (1985–86), Toyotomi Hideyori *'' Ultra Seven ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Space Sheriff Gavan
, also known as ''Space Cop Gabin'' and ''Space Cop Gaban'', is a Japanese Tokusatsu series produced by Toei Company that aired on TV Asahi from March 5, 1982 to February 25, 1983. The series launched the Metal Hero franchise and was the first installment in the ''Space Sheriff'' series. Plot Earth is invaded by the criminal organization known as Makuu, led by Don Horror, who had first destroyed a space colony near Earth. Don Horror wants to dominate the whole universe, and the Earth represents an obstacle that he has to overcome by turning it into a domain for all evil. In response to Makuu's attack, Space Sheriff Gavan of the is deployed to Earth to defend his mother's home world. Gavan is helped by Mimi, the daughter of Commander Qom, and is given information by Qom, assisted by Marin on his home planet. Gavan goes to Earth to defend it against Don Horror and his devilish schemes. He settles on Earth ''incognito'' as Retsu Ichijouji, taking a job at the Avalon Youth Club i ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Akira Kushida
, is a Japanese vocalist who is well known for his work in the soundtracks for anime and tokusatsu productions, most notably ''Taiyou Sentai Sun Vulcan'', ''Kinnikuman'', and '' Space Sheriff Gavan''. His nickname from his fans is . His real given name is . Discography Only opening and ending themes are included on this list. Anime television * * * * * * *"KA・BU・TO" ('' Karasu Tengu Kabuto'' OP/1990) * * * * * * * * OVA * * *"Gods" ('' New Getter Robo'' ED/2004) Tokusatsu ;''Taiyou Sentai Sun Vulcan'' (1981) * * * ;'' Space Sheriff Gavan'' (1982) * * ;'' Space Sheriff Sharivan'' (1983) * * ;'' Space Sheriff Shaider'' (1984) * * ;''Birth of the 10th! Kamen Riders All Together!!'' (1984) * *"FORGET MEMORIES" (ED) ;'' MegaBeast Investigator Juspion'' (1985) *"Chou Wakusei Sentou Hokan Daileon" ;''Sekai Ninja Sen Jiraiya'' (1988) * *"SHI-NO-BI '88" (ED) ;'' The Mobile Cop Jiban'' (1989) * * ;'' Hyakujuu Sentai Gaoranger'' (2001) * ;''Ninpu Sentai Hurricaneger'' (2002) *WIND & T ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Tokusatsu
is a Japanese term for live action film or television drama that makes heavy use of practical special effects. ''Tokusatsu'' entertainment mainly refers to science fiction, war, fantasy, or horror media featuring such technology but is sometimes dubbed a genre itself. The most popular subgenres of include ''kaiju'' such as the ''Godzilla'' and ''Gamera'' series; superhero such as the ''Kamen Rider'' and ''Metal Hero'' series; and mecha like ''Giant Robo'' and ''Super Robot Red Baron''. Some television programs combine several of these subgenres, for example the ''Ultraman'' and ''Super Sentai'' series. is one of the most popular forms of Japanese entertainment, but only a small proportion of films and television programs are widely known outside of Japan. Nevertheless, certain properties have attained popularity outside of Japan; ''Godzilla'' is featured in popular American-made movies, and the ''Super Sentai Series'' was adapted into the ''Power Rangers'' series and broa ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Tōru Ōhira
was a Japanese narrator and voice actor from the Tokyo Metropolitan Area. He was the founder of Ōhira Production and was also attached to 81 Produce. One of his best-known roles was the dub voice of Darth Vader in ''Star Wars'', on the series' home video releases and playing the title character Moguro Fukuzō in the original The Laughing Salesman. He was also known for his many narration roles, most notably in the ''Super Sentai'' series. Overview Ōhira was a very influential figure in the dubbing industry during the Shōwa period. After graduating from Tokyo Metropolitan University Jōnan Senior High School (in which he was also the supervisor of the school's volleyball team), he went on to graduate from the Meiji University Department of Political Science and Economics. In 1954, he joined the Nippon Broadcasting System, in which he became an announcer and producer. In 1955, with the opening of the Tokyo Broadcasting System, he enlisted in its theatrical company. He left t ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
List Of VR Troopers Characters
This is a list of fictional characters from the TV series ''VR Troopers''. VR Troopers Ryan Steele Ryan Steele / VR Ryan (portrayed by Brad Hawkins) is the son of Tyler Steele and leader of the VR Troopers . Ryan learns the nature of his father's mysterious disappearance when he, Kaitlin Star and J.B. Reese are all recruited by Professor Hart to become V.R. Troopers. Ryan's responsibilities sometimes take a backseat to an obsession with finding his father. Ryan is the principal character of the series, directly linked through blood to the unfolding agenda of Grimlord...who uses Tyler in areas to increase his evil hold on virtual reality, and to continue his war against the Troopers to conquer their (read: our) universe. Every episode begins and ends with Ryan reflecting on his father's teachings at a Buddhist Temple where Tyler trained young Ryan in martial arts and in other lessons in life. Ryan's obsessive quest to locate his dad is mellowed by a desire not to see his friends, ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Shinichiro Sawai
was a Japanese film director and screenwriter. Career Born in Hamamatsu, Sawai studied German at Tokyo University of Foreign Studies. Graduating in 1961, he joined the Toei Company as an assistant director and worked under such directors as Masahiro Makino and Noribumi Suzuki. He also collaborated on scripts such as those for the 'Torakku Yarō, Truck Yarō' series. He made his debut as a director in 1981 with ''Nogiku no haka'', a vehicle for the Japanese idol, idol singer Seiko Matsuda. He won the Directors Guild of Japan New Directors Award in 1985, and the Japan Academy Prize for Director of the Year in 1986. Selected filmography * ''W's Tragedy'' (1984) * ''Early Spring Story'' (1985) * ''Maison Ikkoku'' (1986) * ''Bloom in the Moonlight'' (1993) * ''Genghis Khan: To the Ends of the Earth and Sea'' (2007) Television credits asterisk = series director * ''Daigekito Mad Police ‘80'' (1980) * ''G-Men '75, G-Men ‘75'' (1982) * ''Getsuyo Wide Gekijo'' (1982) * ''Spac ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Space Sheriff Sharivan
is the second installment in Toei's Metal Hero Series franchise and aired on TV Asahi from March 4, 1983 to February 24, 1984. It served as a direct sequel to its predecessor, ''Space Sheriff Gavan'' and featured many of the same characters. It was aired in the Philippines on RPN from 1986 to 1987. For distribution purposes, Toei refers to this television series as ''Space Guardian Shariban''. Plot Initially appearing in ''Space Sheriff Gavan'', Den Iga is attacked by a monster called Buffalo Doubler, member of the Space Mafia Makuu. Den is seriously injured in the attack when he is found by Gavan, who takes him to Planet Bird for medical assistance. Qom, leader of the , is impressed by Den's courage. Den returns in the final episode of Gavan, saving Gavan himself in his newly acquired form of Space Sheriff Sharivan during Gavan's final battle. After Don Horror is defeated, Sharivan is assigned to Earth and is partnered together with Lily from the planet Bird as he deals wi ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
