“Sky-trains span galaxies; hot-headed Manabu joins the SDF to protect them from cosmic threats.”
The Galaxy Railways
銀河鉄道物語
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Synopsis
Sky-trains span galaxies; hot-headed Manabu joins the SDF to protect them from cosmic threats.
In the distant future, trains are no longer bound by their physical tracks. Instead, they take to the skies and travel across the universe on the Galaxy Railways, transporting mankind from planet to planet. However, the Galaxy Railways are no safer than traditional trains: criminals, terrorists, and vile aliens always find a way to stir up trouble. Manabu Yuuki, a rash and hot-headed man, is the latest addition to the Galaxy Railways' elite Space Defence Force (SDF). These brave men and women are responsible for protecting the railways and responding to any unprecedented danger, risking their lives to protect the innocent from evil. But as this drama unfolds and the SDF's greatest crisis draws nearer, Manabu must truly learn what it means to be a member of the SDF before it is too late.
What people say
Community consensus
Derived from 6 sampled reviews
What 6 viewers settled on.
Polarized
σ 2.87 · split reception
7.3 pts
Recommenders 8.3 · others 1.0
↓ 2.33
Running avg · Jul 2008 → Apr 2025
- 10 “I've watched many many anime to find the "one" with a great story, drama, and a hint of romance. The Galaxy Railways has all the things I was looking for. Interesting story, well developed...”
- 7 “This was an interesting story where space exploration is achieved through highly advanced locomotives. The SDF is a police force of sorts that protects those on the railways. Story 7/10: I liked it...”
- 9 “It always surprises me when I find a series that approaches perfection. I just finished watching Galaxy Railways, and have to say, if you even remotely enjoy anime, it is easily worth your time to...”
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- Format 26 × 24′ eps × min
- Total runtime 10h 24m all episodes
- Aired Oct 2003 – Apr 2004 Fall 2003
- Source Tv media type
- Rated PG 13 - Teens 13 or older
- Ref. BS-1353 catalog
Produced by
- Ginga Ya Producer
- Studio Kyuuma Producer
- Trilogy Future Studio Producer
Licensed by
- Funimation Licensor