What is Girls’ Frontline?#
Set in the year 2045, Girls’ Frontline (also known as Dolls’ Frontline) takes place in a world devastated by World War III and the lingering effects of Collapse Fluid pollution. With civilization on the brink of collapse and a severe shortage of labor, humanity turned to mechanical technology, creating androids that mimic humans but possess far superior capabilities.
Among these are the Tactical Dolls (T-Dolls), specialized androids utilized by private military companies in various brushfire wars. The story follows the “Anti-Rain” Squad, an elite group of T-Dolls from the private military company Griffin & Kryuger, as they investigate a sudden rebellion by the AI of the munitions company Sangvis Ferri.
If you are looking to dive into this futuristic conflict, you can watch the anime on Prime Video.
Is the Anime Really Finished?#
When deciding whether to commit to Girls’ Frontline, the primary question is whether the story reaches a satisfying conclusion. Based on our data, there is only one anime series released in 2022. It is important to note that the anime is based on the Girls’ Frontline game, as indicated by production news from Warner Bros. Japan.
Because the anime adapts material from a game, viewers who want the full scope of the narrative may find that the anime serves as an introduction rather than a complete retelling of the entire franchise’s lore. If you find yourself wanting more after the credits roll, you may want to explore related manga or light novels to fill in the gaps.
Audience and Appeal#
Girls’ Frontline is best suited for fans of the following themes:
- Sci-Fi and Cybernetics: The core of the show revolves around the relationship between humans and advanced AI/androids.
- Military Strategy: The focus on private military companies and tactical squads provides a grounded look at futuristic warfare.
- Post-Apocalyptic Settings: The backdrop of a world ravaged by pollution and war creates a moody, high-stakes atmosphere.
If you enjoy stories about elite squads fighting against rogue AI in a dying world, this is a great pick. You can also pick up some Girls’ Frontline merchandise to show your support for the Anti-Rain Squad!
Watch Order and Completion Guide#
For those wondering how to approach the series, the process is currently very straightforward.
Recommended and Release Order#
Since there is only one main anime entry released on January 7, 2022, the release order and the recommended watch order are the same: simply start with the Girls’ Frontline TV anime.
For Completionists#
If you are a completionist who wants every piece of the story, we recommend starting with the anime and then moving toward the source material (the game) or official written adaptations. You can refer to our anime relationship tree below to see how the titles are structured.
For Those Who Don’t Mind Source Material#
If you prefer the depth of the original story, you can jump straight into the game or manga, though watching the anime first provides a high-quality visual introduction to the characters and the world of T-Dolls.
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Additional Information#
For those who prefer different viewing options, the series has been distributed globally via Funimation (including an English dub) and has also aired in India on Sony YAY.
Girls' Frontline • anime • 2022-01-07
