Watch Super Dimension Cavalry Southern Cross (English Subtitled)

TV-PG
1984
1 Season

Super Dimension Cavalry Southern Cross is a Science Fiction anime series from Japan that was originally released in 1984. However, it has recently been given new life through an English subtitled version that is available to watch on the FilmRise streaming platform. The show is set in a distant future where humanity has colonized the galaxy and wars between different factions of humans are commonplace.

The story revolves around a group of young soldiers who are tasked with protecting a crucial factory on the planet Gloire from an invasion by the forces of the Zor Empire. The soldiers are part of the Southern Cross Army, which is one of the main military forces that fights to keep the peace. The main protagonist of the show is Jeanne Francaix, a young woman who has just graduated from the military academy and is eager to prove herself on the battlefield.

Jeanne is assigned to the Tactical Armored Space Corps, which is responsible for piloting the mecha known as the Spartan. The Spartan is a powerful weapon that is used to fight against the Zor forces, which are also equipped with their own mecha units. The story follows Jeanne and her fellow pilots as they train and prepare for the upcoming battle against the Zor Empire.

The show's plot is divided into several story arcs, with each one focusing on a different mission or objective that the Southern Cross Army must accomplish. The first arc focuses on the defense of the factory on Gloire, which produces a key resource that is vital to the war effort. As the Zor forces close in on the factory, Jeanne and her fellow pilots must work together to repel the invaders and protect the factory at all costs.

One of the strengths of Super Dimension Cavalry Southern Cross is its well-developed cast of characters. Each of the main characters has their own distinct personality and background that is explored throughout the show. Jeanne is a strong and determined fighter who is fiercely loyal to her comrades, while fellow pilot Marie Angel is more laid-back and cares deeply for her friends. The relationships between the characters are also a highlight of the series, as they form close bonds with each other as they fight together on the battlefield.

The show also features some impressive animation and action sequences. The mecha designs are intricate and detailed, making them stand out from other similar anime series. The battles between the Spartan and the Zor mecha are fast-paced and exciting, with plenty of explosions and laser fire to keep viewers engaged.

In addition to the action, Super Dimension Cavalry Southern Cross also features some interesting themes and commentary on war and duty. The show explores the toll that war takes on the soldiers who fight it, and the sacrifices they must make to protect their loved ones and their country. The characters grapple with the morality of their actions and the consequences of their decisions, making the show more than just a mindless action series.

Overall, Super Dimension Cavalry Southern Cross is a classic anime series that still holds up today. Its well-developed characters, impressive animation, and engaging story make it an enjoyable watch for both long-time anime fans and newcomers alike. The English subtitled version on FilmRise allows a new generation of viewers to experience this classic anime series for themselves.

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Seasons

23. Genesis

September 30, 1984

The Zor Fleet Commanders answer the all-out assault from the Southern Cross forces with an offensive of their own. The flagship is dispatched to recover the Protozor from the ruins while the others destroy the fleet and inhabitants. Eventually, The Zor commanders reveal their origins.

22. Catastrophe

September 23, 1984

Supreme Commander Claude Leon launches the entire fleet against the Zor in an all-or-nothing attempt to destroy them. General Emerson is tasked with not letting the Zor through to the planet.

21. Nightmare

September 16, 1984

Bowie takes Musica to the Zor ruins. Meanwhile, Lana forces Jeanne and her squad to assist in locating the AWOL Bowie and the Zor spy.

20. Daydream

September 9, 1984

The 15th squad sneaks Musica past the GMP by dressing her up as a soldier. While at the 15th ATAC headquarters, Musica sings an old song about a flower that is the center of the Zor civilization. Jeanne hears this and wonders if they are the flowers found in the Zor ruins.

19. Crisis

September 2, 1984

The Zor observe the captured members of the 15th bicker with each other while in captivity. Musica manages to jog Seifriet's memory to where he can recall parts of his past, as well as his experiences as a biohuman. Unfortunately, Seifriet is shot and recaptured by the Zor guards.

18. Wonderland

August 26, 1984

Seifriet escapes from Jeanne and Andrejz and they eventually rejoin the rest of their band. The group finds the civilian population center within the ship and attempts to blend in to avoid capture. However, when the squad is brought to the attention of the guards, they split into two groups inside the Zor large city ship as they search for a means to destroy it.

17. Bio Psycher

August 19, 1984

While playing video games with Jeanne, Louis invents an optical tracking system that follows where the user looks and targets where they focus. Two officers from the Special Technical Corps approach Louis to use this design for training. Meanwhile, The 15th ATAC launches with the next wave to assault the Zor flagship, but the Biopsychers are out in full strength providing strong resistance.

16. Hunter Killer

August 5, 1984

Emerson tries to slip his fleet past the Zor forces and reinforce the moon bases. The Zor let him think he has escaped before unleashing forces in pursuit. To complement forces, Transport Squadron 85 arrives from deep space with additional troops and supplies. Meanwhile, The Zors experiment with a new control system for their Bioroids, the Biopsycher.

15. Love Story

July 29, 1984

Supreme Commander Claude Leon decides to mount a two-pronged attack on the Zor by forming a large attack fleet. He places General Rolf Emerson in command of the offensive along with all the officers who disagree with the Commander's policies. Meanwhile, PSC Charles de Etouard decides to have some fun with Marie by leaving her waiting for their date.

14. Iron Lady

July 22, 1984

The Zor are utilizing Seifriet's implants to learn the plans of the Southern Cross Army. A relief fleet of at least 13 battlecruisers is dispatched to reinforce and revitalize the Aluce Development Center.

13. Triple Mirror

July 15, 1984

Supreme Commander Leon is tired of their numerous defeats and decides to take the offensive with a new weapon called Auroran, a transformable helicopter. The Tactical Space Corps takes a beating and 2LT Marie Angel manages to rally the troops and retreat to a base on the moon Alus. Meanwhile, back on Glorie, Jeanne decides to take Seifriet to the mounds containing the Zor ruins.

12. Lost Memory

July 8, 1984

Impressed by Jeanne's results in jogging Seifriet's memories, General Emerson has him assigned to the 15th ATAC squad. A number of the squad members have difficulties accepting Seifriet into the ranks considering their fellow squadmates whom he has slain.

11. Dejà Vu

July 1, 1984

General Emerson sees to it that Seifriet is taken to a doctor of his choosing so that this biohuman isn't destroyed like the last one. Efforts to restore his memory prove useless, so he is moved to a military hospital in attempts to remind him of his military background.

10. Outsider

June 24, 1984

Seifriet is taken in for questioning after being found by Lana, barely conscious on the battlefield. Major George Lombard arrives from the Liberty Patrol fleet to assist Glorie against the Zor. The Southern Cross High Command is disturbed when they realize this is the only help Supreme Commander Reinhardt has sent from Liberty.

9. Star Dust

June 17, 1984

Bowie introduces Jeanne to George Sullivan, a Lieutenant in the Special Technical Corps who is trying to determine a way to destroy the Zor vessels after his sister was killed in a Zor attack. Meanwhile, another of the Zor vessels descends to rescue the downed flagship.

8. Metal Fire

June 10, 1984

The captured bioroid is analyzed and the pilot is determined to be an advanced android despite Jeanne's pleas to the contrary. Later, the Zor launch an attack on the population centers of Glorie to gather more biohumans to pilot the bioroids.

7. Labyrinth

May 27, 1984

The 15th squad is cut off from the Southern Cross command by the Zor commanders. They split up in an attempt to gather more information and to find a way back out. Bowie meets Musica, the decisive one of the musical triad. Meanwhile, the Zor fleet commanders contact Claude Leon and offer a peaceful settlement if the humans agree to become biohumans, like Seifriet.

6. Prelude

May 20, 1984

The members of the 15th squad prepare to explore the downed Zor space ship to learn about their foe. Bowie does some soul searching and wonders whether if he wants to be a member of the military, when his real dream is to be a pianist.

5. Trouble City

May 13, 1984

Corporal Louis Ducasse figures out a plan to disable the drive system on the large Zor space ships. The 15th is dispatched to enact a plan.

4. Half Moon

May 6, 1984

Jeanne and Bowie move their patrol into an out-of-bounds territory near some old ruins. They encounter Seifriet and a landing ship exploring the area. Bowie's Flash Clapper is destroyed and he is captured.

3. Star Angel

April 29, 1984

SGM Jeanne volunteers herself and members of her squad to assist in a mission to try to break through the Zor blockade and contact Liberty for assistance in repelling the Zor forces. When the engines of Lt. Borg's shuttle refuse to shutoff, the shuttle plows into the energy barriers of one the Zor ships and attracts fire from the Zor forces.

2. Makeup

April 22, 1984

The Southern Cross Army manages to decode and decipher a number of transmissions from inside the large Zor ships. With the information learned, the Southern Cross High Command has decided to launch a pre-emptive strike against one of the Zor city ships.

1. Prisoner

April 14, 1984

SGM Jeanne leads her squad on unapproved recon maneuvers even though the army is on alert due to a recent attack on the Development Center on the moon, Alpha. Meanwhile, the Zor have arrived around Glorie and one of their city ships begins the decent into the atmosphere.

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