FINISHED

Status Explanation

For fans wondering about the beloved mecha series, Patlabor the Mobile Police has indeed concluded its original animated run. The franchise offers a rich collection of content, including multiple TV series, Original Video Animations (OVAs), and movies, each contributing to its unique timeline and narrative.

Watch Order

Navigating the world of Patlabor can seem a bit complex due to its various interconnected stories and timelines. To help you dive in, here’s a recommended watch order that many viewers find ideal for experiencing the full scope of the series:

Movie Timeline

  • Mobile Police Patlabor: Early Days OVA: A great starting point to introduce the characters and the world.
  • Mobile Police Patlabor: The Movie: The first full-length feature film in this continuity.
  • WXIII: Patlabor the Movie 3: A unique story set within the movie timeline.
  • Mobile Police Patlabor 2: The Movie: Often considered a powerful conclusion to the film series.

TV Timeline

  • Mobile Police Patlabor: On Television: The primary television series, offering a longer, episodic journey.
  • Mobile Police Patlabor: The New Files: A sequel OVA series that continues the story from the TV series.

Additional Recommendations

  • Mini Pato: A short, light-hearted series that can be enjoyed at any point for a fun diversion.
  • The Next Generation: Patlabor (Live Action): A live-action adaptation that aligns with the movie timeline.

Similar Animes

If you’ve enjoyed the blend of mecha action, police procedural elements, and engaging characters in Patlabor, you might also like these similar anime:

  • Ghost in the Shell: Another acclaimed cyberpunk series exploring themes of technology and humanity, often featuring police investigations and advanced machinery.
  • Mobile Suit Gundam: Iron-Blooded Orphans: A mecha series known for its compelling characters, intricate political themes, and gritty action.
  • You’re Under Arrest: A police procedural anime that mixes action with comedy, focusing on the daily lives and cases of a pair of female police officers.