Kidou Senshi Gundam 0080: Pocket no Naka no Sensou


Mobile Suit Gundam 0080: War in the Pocket

Edit
What would you like to edit?
 

Alternative Titles

Japanese: 機動戦士ガンダム 0080 ポケットの中の戦争
English: Mobile Suit Gundam 0080: War in the Pocket
More titles

Information

Type: OVA
Episodes: 6
Status: Finished Airing
Aired: Mar 25, 1989 to Aug 25, 1989
Producers: Bandai Visual
Studios: Sunrise
Source: Original
Genres: ActionAction, DramaDrama, Sci-FiSci-Fi
Themes: MechaMecha, MilitaryMilitary, SpaceSpace
Duration: 27 min. per ep.
Rating: PG-13 - Teens 13 or older

Statistics

Score: 7.981 (scored by 3547235,472 users)
1 indicates a weighted score.
Ranked: #6832
2 based on the top anime page. Please note that 'Not yet aired' and 'R18+' titles are excluded.
Popularity: #2878
Members: 64,161
Favorites: 1,084

Available At


Resources

7.98
Ranked #683Popularity #2878Members 64,161
Add to My List
Episodes: /6

Synopsis

Alfred Izuruha is a 10-year-old who lives in the neutral colony cluster of Side 6 and, like most boys his age, is obsessed with the war between the Earth Federation and the Principality of Zeon. Unbeknownst to him, Al's next-door neighbor, Christina, is the test pilot of a prototype Gundam being developed in secret by the Earth Federation in the colony. A Zeon Special Forces team is assembled and tasked with infiltrating the colony in order to either steal or destroy it.

When a skirmish breaks out between the Federation and infiltrating Zeon forces, the fascinated Alfred stumbles upon a Zaku mobile suit that has been shot down, piloted by Zeon rookie Bernard "Bernie" Wiseman. After this encounter, the two start a mutual friendship, so Alfred can learn more about the war that interests him so much, and Bernie can acquire inside information about the colony to aid his team's mission.

[Written by MAL Rewrite]

Background

Mobile Suit Gundam 0080: War in the Pocket was a project made to commemorate the 10th anniversary of the franchise. It marked the first time someone other than Yoshiyuki Tomino had directed a Gundam project, with Fumihiko Takayama acting as lead director.

Characters & Voice Actors


Staff



Edit

Opening Theme

Preview
Spotify
Apple Music
Amazon Music
Youtube Music
"Itsuka Sora ni Todoite" by Megumi Shiina
Edit

Ending Theme

"Tooi Kioku" by Megumi Shiina




Reviews

Jul 27, 2017
"War does not determine who is right - only who is left" -Bertrand Russell

Sometimes, the best war stories are not told from the perspective of the people who fight, but from those who don't. Without offering any sort of resistance in most cases, civilians are defenseless against the cruelties which are present at these times. This way, some horrific stories remain hidden without record and linger profusely in the wounded hearts of many. Gundam is a series that usually relies heavily on action to show off the designs of the mechs, which are the main selling point of the franchise. By this method, a ...
Sep 29, 2024
Mixed Feelings
(LAZAROTH REVIEW - SHORT LENGTH - SPOILER FREE)

"MSG: War in the pocket" revolves around the relationship of a small boy and a Zeon soldier as they become friends, and later accomplices, in crimes against the Federation army. It's entirely seen through the eyes of the young boy, so the perspective is entirely unique for the Gundam franchise. It's a decent, albeit unimportant, anime that caps off the One year storyline in a tame, yet satisfying way. This is a medium length review because, unlike with the other Gundam entries, I don't have much to say about this anime.

Following mainly children, seeing their disillusionment of ...
Feb 19, 2024
FunnyFunny
It was awful, the only positive thing that I can say that is was competently and not offensively bad. The creator wanted to tell a story. and 0080 told that story, the problem was that their story was terrible.

I think the fact that the title says 0080 (after the peace treaty) but the show takes place during 0079 (before the peace treaty) already tells a lot about the world-building. It's like if they'd call a movie 1946 Recovery from the War, but it would take place in 1945 April during the Siege of Berlin.
Second big problem was with the power-levels, the mobile suits get defeated ...

Interest Stacks

by spuq
50 Entries · 80 Restacks
by iklone
15 Entries · 53 Restacks

Recommendations


Recent News

North American Anime & Manga Releases for October

North American Anime & Manga Releases for October

Here are the North American anime & manga releases for October Week 1: October 1 - 7 Anime Releases Beyblade Burst Complete Collection DVD Beyblade Burst God Com...read more

North American Anime & Manga Releases for January

North American Anime & Manga Releases for January

Here are the North American anime & manga releases for January Week 1: January 3 - 9 Anime Releases Kami nomi zo Shiru Sekai (incl. Season 1, Season 2, Season 3,...read more


Recent Forum Discussion


The Multiverse of Gundam

The Multiverse of Gundam

We’re closing in on the 40th anniversary of the Gundam franchise from when it debuted back in 1979 and fans around the world are going through a renaissance of material as Sunrise is collaborating with distributors to bring their crown jewels out for release.

by MAL_editing_team

31,049 views

Advertorial
Review
The Timelines of Gundam: Ultimate Beginner's Guide

The Timelines of Gundam: Ultimate Beginner's Guide

Gundam is one of the largest anime franchises today, made up of more than a dozen TV shows, as well as movies, OVAs, and more. With so many stories split up into multiple timelines, it can be tough to know where to start. But don't worry. This comprehensive Gundam guide will help light your way.