86 EIGHTY-SIX
86: Eighty Six
What is 86 EIGHTY-SIX?
86 EIGHTY-SIX is a mecha action drama that aired in spring 2021 as a complete 11-episode series. The show explores a brutal military conflict where the Republic of San Magnolia deploys unmanned combat drones called Juggernauts against the Empire of Giad's Legion units. The twist lies in the pilots: the Eighty-sixers, a marginalized human underclass forced to operate these machines remotely while being officially classified as less than human. The narrative follows Shin, captain of Spearhead Squadron, as he leads his fellow Eighty-sixers through relentless combat despite the overwhelming odds stacked against them.
86 EIGHTY-SIX balances high-stakes mecha combat with deep character drama and social commentary. Rather than glorifying war, it examines the cost of dehumanization and systemic inequality through the lens of a conflict designed to be unwinnable. The series combines sci-fi worldbuilding with emotional storytelling, making it appealing to viewers seeking substantive narratives alongside action sequences. With its complete 11-episode run already finished, the entire first season is available to watch without waiting for new releases.
Called “Juggernaut,” these are the unmanned combat drones developed by the Republic of San Magnolia in answer to the attacks by the autonomous unmanned drones of the neighboring Empire of Giad, the “Legion”. But they’re only unmanned in name. In reality, they are piloted by the Eighty-sixers—those considered to be less than human and treated as mere tools. Determined to achieve his own mysterious ends, Shin, the captain of Spearhead Squadron, which is comprised of Eighty-sixers, continues to fight a hopeless war on a battlefield where only death awaits him. (Source: Crunchyroll)
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the latest episode of 86 EIGHTY-SIX?
- The most recent episode is Episode 11, which aired on June 19, 2021.
- How many episodes does 86 EIGHTY-SIX have?
- 86 EIGHTY-SIX has 11 episodes.
- When did 86 EIGHTY-SIX come out?
- 86 EIGHTY-SIX premiered on April 11, 2021.
- Is 86 EIGHTY-SIX finished?
- 86 EIGHTY-SIX has finished airing and every episode has been released.