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Heat Guy J

★6.1 2002 – 2003 1 Season TV-MA

Heat Guy J is a 26 episode science fiction anime series created by Escaflowne director Kazuki Akane and Satelight. Heat Guy J was licensed and distributed in the U.S. in 2003 by Pioneer. It was re-released by Funimation Entertainment in the fall of 2009. The first 13 episodes of the show also was broadcast on the cable channel MTV2. A one volume manga was created based on the series, and was licensed and distributed by TOKYOPOP. The show was picked up for a UK DVD release by Manga Entertainment starting in March 2006. It was packaged in double DVD sets to make up for the long delayed release of the series.

Seasons & episodes

1 season · 25 episodes

City

Episode 01

City

Dec 2, 2002 · 24 min

Special Services Division operatives Daisuke and Super Android J hit the streets, hot on the trail of a couple of shady characters who’ve arrived in Judoh with an android in tow.

Blaze

Episode 02

Blaze

Oct 9, 2002 · 24 min

Claire Leonelli is tapped to replace his late father as head of Judoh’s criminal underground, and not everyone is pleased with the decision. Claire quickly quiets the opposition.

Rumor

Episode 03

Rumor

Oct 16, 2002 · 24 min

A psychotic bomber has Judoh on edge after a series of random attacks. Daisuke’s at ground zero when one of the bombs goes off, and J’s rescue attempt puts the android in serious danger.

Beast

Episode 04

Beast

Oct 23, 2002 · 24 min

As his casino, Claire Leonelli gains a hired gun over a game of Russian Roulette. The new recruit’s job: Deal a little destruction in Daisuke’s direction.

Doll

Episode 05

Doll

Oct 30, 2002 · 24 min

The Vampire abducts a young boy, while across town, J begins behaving erratically. Later crossing paths with the boy in the street, J mistakes him for an android, and with all eyes on him, J grabs the boy by the neck, inciting panic in town.

Money

Episode 06

Money

Nov 6, 2002 · 24 min

Claire Leonelli devises a scheme that will take care of two birds with one stone: fixing the commodities market and framing Daisuke for the financial burden of thousands that will ensue. The market will be closing soon and the Vampire is out for blood.

Circulation

Episode 07

Circulation

Nov 13, 2002 · 24 min

An altered human makes an attempt at Daisuke's life and though unsuccessful, he is able to strip Daisuke of his father's bullet pendant, causing it to fall into the sewers of Judo. Dice is prepared to head underground to reclaim his father's token.

Brother

Episode 08

Brother

Nov 20, 2002 · 24 min

Daisuke busts up a gang of hoods he sees assaulting a young man for money and comes to learn that the man he aided is Kia Freeborn, son of the famous Blues Dullia. Kia, however, harbors nothing but hatred and resentment for his absentee father.

Trust

Episode 09

Trust

Nov 27, 2002 · 24 min

Monica, despite being so young, has been the breadwinner for her family ever since her mother became a drunk. Daisuke learns of a group that is stealing passports from the citizens of Judo and it turns out Monica's mother has been targeted by the group.

Guns

Episode 10

Guns

Dec 4, 2002 · 24 min

An anonymous bomb threat is made on the Central Tower. Daisuke springs into action, heading to an old military base to ask about explosives being obtained from there and alone, J heads to a different ammunition depot to inspect their explosives records.

Mirage

Episode 11

Mirage

Dec 11, 2002 · 24 min

An old flame of Edmundo's comes to him one night with a possible crime to report, but she is unable to remember the crime, lately having experienced gaps in her memory that she can't account for. The officer contacts Daisuke and requests help on the case.

Visitor

Episode 12

Visitor

Dec 18, 2002 · 24 min

Venturing to Judo every eighteen years, the Celestials prepare to meet with the government to see if the city is still civilized. If not, the Celstials have the power to turn off the station that supplies the essentials of life to the city.

Encounter

Episode 13

Encounter

Dec 25, 2002 · 24 min

With the Celestials ready to turn of the power to the city, Dice and J must race to stop the Vampire from crippling the city.

Arrow

Episode 14

Arrow

Jan 8, 2003 · 24 min

Daisuke is given orders from Shun to head to the village of Siberbia where he is to find a witness with information about the death of their father. Leaving the city, Daisuke meets a young girl in need of a guide and postpones his own plans to help her.

Target

Episode 15

Target

Jan 22, 2003 · 24 min

When Shun comes within an inch of his life after being struck by a sniper bullet, Daisuke is quick to arrive at his side in recovery. Meanwhile, J and Edmundo investigate the assassination attempt and Claire senses a traitor in his midst.

Survival

Episode 16

Survival

Jan 29, 2003 · 24 min

Finally able to set out on their overdue assignment, Daisuke and J arrive at the Siberian Village. But deep within a cave, a man having lived in solitude for 18 years dispatches his androids in order to keep those behind Marius' death in the shadows.

Independence

Episode 17

Independence

Feb 5, 2003 · 24 min

When Dice reports to Shun on the findings of their father's case, Shun shuts down the Special Unit. Meanwhile, a mob war has begun as the various families search for Claire, whose left eye is the key to unlocking the Vita Company's safe filled with gold.

Truth

Episode 18

Truth

Feb 12, 2003 · 24 min

Offered a job with the Special Unit, Boma tries to end his friendship with Daisuke in fear of being betrayed. Meanwhile, a beast master has come to town in order to capture the beast he couldn't tame and Daisuke and Boma face off in an abandoned stadium.

Fake

Episode 19

Fake

Feb 19, 2003 · 24 min

SECT, the company that created J, is suddenly closed due to a lack of resources and a new android that looks exactly like J has just killed a mob boss. Dice and Edmundo investigate further to uncover the truth and absolve their friend of any wrongdoing.

Tears

Episode 20

Tears

Feb 26, 2003 · 24 min

When Romeo Visconti takes it upon himself to learn the whereabouts of the financial wing of the underworld, Senator Noriega has him eliminated. It's up to Edmundo and Daisuke, to weed out those responsible for Romeo's death and bring them before the law.

Fortress

Episode 21

Fortress

Mar 5, 2003 · 24 min

Swiftly appearing and disappearing into the ocean, a mysterious woman from the sea begins to attack sailors. When old tales surface of an island chain some 600 miles south of Judo, the Special Unit commandeer a vessel and head out to the curious islands.

Play

Episode 22

Play

Mar 12, 2003 · 24 min

When her house is burned to the ground by a mob family, Daisuke offers Monica a job at the Special Unit. Edmundo takes an immediate dislike to her, J acts as her surrogate father, and Daisuke learns something about the bullet attached to his necklace.

Alteration

Episode 23

Alteration

Mar 19, 2003 · 24 min

With another attempt made on Shun Aurora's life, dire implications befall the city of Judo. The military tanks, silent for fifty years, begin to roll out. Shogun is attacked and J's program is changed by a secret command buried deep within his system.

Revolution

Episode 24

Revolution

Mar 26, 2003 · 24 min

Below the darkened skies of Judo, military tanks patrol the city as Daisuke, Antonia, and Boma fight to save J. Shun tries to wrest control from the powers of Judo, but Claire and Dice team up to oppose him.

Guys

Episode 25

Guys

Apr 2, 2003 · 24 min

While Daisuke prepares for the final showdown with Shun, Claire and his resistance begin their attack on the military. With J reactivated and on his way to help, Daisuke must press onward and save his partner, his brother, and the people of Judo.

About the series

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Audience score
★ 6.1 /10

based on 7 votes

Synopsis

Heat Guy J is a 26 episode science fiction anime series created by Escaflowne director Kazuki Akane and Satelight. Heat Guy J was licensed and distributed in the U.S. in 2003 by Pioneer. It was re-released by Funimation Entertainment in the fall of 2009. The first 13 episodes of the show also was broadcast on the cable channel MTV2. A one volume manga was created based on the series, and was licensed and distributed by TOKYOPOP. The show was picked up for a UK DVD release by Manga Entertainment starting in March 2006. It was packaged in double DVD sets to make up for the long delayed release of the series.

AnimationAction & AdventureCrimeSci-Fi & Fantasy

Cast

6 principal cast

Masaya Matsukaze

Masaya Matsukaze

Daisuke Aurora (voice)

Saeko Chiba

Saeko Chiba

Kyoko Milchan (voice)

Takayuki Sugo

Takayuki Sugo

J (voice)

Daisuke Sakaguchi

Daisuke Sakaguchi

Claire Leonelli (voice)

Shin-ichiro Miki

Shin-ichiro Miki

Shun Aurora (voice)

Michiko Neya

Michiko Neya

피아 올리베이라 (음성) / Phia Oliveira (voice)

Where to watch Heat Guy J

Heat Guy J is available to stream on Flicksy via 6 verified sources, aggregated from publicly available embed providers. The animation has 1 season and 25 total episodes, rated 6.1/10 by 7 viewers.

Frequently asked

How many seasons does Heat Guy J have?

Heat Guy J has 1 season with 25 episodes in total.

Is Heat Guy J still on the air?

Heat Guy J has ended and is no longer in production.

What network airs Heat Guy J?

Heat Guy J airs on TBS.

When did Heat Guy J first air?

Heat Guy J first aired on December 2, 2002.

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