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2007 · TV SERIES

Gurren Lagann

A timid teen and his fearless friend steal a giant robot to break through the earth’s underground prisons, daring to claim the surface while battling an oppressive tyrant and the colossal forces that guard it.

First aired
2007
Rated
TV-14
Seasons
1 season
AnimationAction & AdventureSci-Fi & Fantasy
Streaming on
  • Paramount+

In the distant future, humanity has lived underground for centuries, enduring frequent earthquakes and cave-ins. In one such subterranean village, two young men reside: Simon, who is shy and naive, and Kamina, who believes in the existence of a "surface" world above them.

Seasons & Episodes

  1. 1.01Bust Through the Heavens with Your Drill!!Apr 1, 2007Rate

    Simon and Kamina, residents of the underground Giha Village, aspire to explore the surface world. When their village is attacked from above, they must unlock the secrets of the powerful mecha Lagann to defend their home.

  2. 1.02I Said I'm Gonna Pilot That Thing!!Apr 8, 2007Rate

    Simon and Kamina, having reached the surface, ally with Yoko and her village to fight off the Beastmen chasing them.

  3. 1.03Who Do You Think You Are, Having Two Faces!!Apr 15, 2007Rate

    Kamina and Simon form an uneasy alliance to confront a powerful and dangerous new Beastman threat.

  4. 1.04Having Lots of Faces Doesn't Make You Great!Apr 22, 2007Rate

    Team Gurren forms an uneasy alliance with the unpredictable Black Syblings to battle a powerful Beastman enemy while dealing with the challenge of fighting on empty stomachs.

  5. 1.05I Don't Get It, Not One Bit!Apr 29, 2007Rate

    Team Gurren becomes trapped in an enigmatic underground village where Gunmen are revered as gods and must navigate the challenges of the community to escape.

  6. 1.06Sit in the Hot Tub 'Til You're Sick!!May 6, 2007Rate

    Team Gurren arrives at a remote hot springs resort, which turns out to be the Gunmen's designated meeting point, leading to unexpected encounters and challenges.

  7. 1.07You're Gonna Do It!!May 13, 2007Rate

    Thymilph, one of the Four Divine Generals serving the enigmatic Spiral King, arrives to aid Viral's forces by deploying the colossal mobile fortress Dai-Ganzan. Kamina and Simon take to the skies in the Gurren-Lagann as they face a daunting battle against the overwhelming power of the enemy stronghold.

  8. 1.08Later, BuddyMay 20, 2007Rate

    Team Gurren, joined by new allies, forms "Team Dai-Gurren" to launch a major offensive against the regrouped Gunmen forces, following their temporary setback of Viral and Thymilph.

  9. 1.09What, Exactly, Is a Human?May 27, 2007Rate

    Team Dai-Gurren secures an enemy fortress but remains grief-stricken by the loss of a comrade, particularly affecting Simon. While wandering near a cliff, Simon stumbles upon a capsule thrown into a deep valley by a Gunman and discovers a young human girl named Nia inside using his drill key. Their meeting is interrupted by the sudden appearance of another enemy Gunman.

  10. 1.10Who Is This Bro?Jun 3, 2007Rate

    Nia's true identity is uncovered as she uses her authority to eliminate Adiane, one of the Four Divine Generals. The Great Gurren Brigade grows wary of Nia's motives, though she focuses on helping the troubled Simon. Adiane returns, empowered by Lordgenome, to confront them.

  11. 1.11Simon, Hands OffJun 10, 2007Rate

    Team Dai-Gurren is captured and imprisoned underground by Guame, the third of the Four Divine Generals. As they attempt to escape, Simon gains insight into Kamina's final message, and Nia learns the truth behind her abandonment after a conversation with Guame.

  12. 1.12Yoko, Will You Do Me a Favor?Jun 17, 2007Rate

    Team Dai-Gurren must cross a vast ocean to reach the Beastmen's capital, Teppelin, requiring modifications to their ship. As they wait, the crew relaxes at a nearby beach before setting sail. Their journey is soon interrupted by an unexpected ambush.

  13. 1.13Eat Up Everyone!Jun 24, 2007Rate

    Nia takes on the role of cook for Team Dai-Gurren, eager to contribute, but before her food can be tasted, the team is attacked by Cytomander, the fourth of the Divine Generals. Simon and Yoko, substituting for the ill Rossiu, pilot the Gurren-Lagann to defend the Dai-Gurren against the aerial assault.

  14. 1.14Well Met, EveryoneJul 1, 2007Rate

    Team Dai-Gurren reaches the outskirts of Teppelin but must first confront a joint assault by Cytomander and Guame's armies before proceeding into the city.

  15. 1.15I Will Head Towards TomorrowJul 8, 2007Rate

    The final Divine General is defeated as Teppelin falls, exposing a massive Gunman. Simon and Nia fight to navigate through the chaos in hopes of confronting Nia's father, the Spiral King.

  16. 1.16Compilation EpisodeJul 15, 2007Rate

    This episode serves as a summary of key events that have occurred in the series up to this point, highlighting major character developments and plot points from earlier episodes.

  17. 1.17You Don't Know Anything!Jul 22, 2007Rate

    A new civilization flourishes under Simon's guidance over the next seven years. But as Lordgenome's final warning begins to materialize, the peace and prosperity of this society are put at risk.

  18. 1.18Tell Me the Secrets of This WorldJul 29, 2007Rate

    Simon frantically searches for Nia following her shocking revelation and the initial assault by the Anti-Spirals, while Rossiu brings his long-awaited secret project to completion.

  19. 1.19We Will Survive By Any Means NecessaryAug 5, 2007Rate

    Rossiu stages a coup to placate public sentiment, arresting Simon. When Kamina City faces a major Anti-Spiral assault, Rossiu reluctantly allows Simon to pilot the Gurren-Lagann, employing drastic measures to ensure compliance.

  20. 1.20How Far Will God Test Us?Aug 12, 2007Rate

    Simon's arrival at prison leads to an unexpected encounter with Viral, who remarks on his downfall. At the same time, details about Rossiu's emergency plan and its impact on those remaining on Earth are uncovered.

  21. 1.21You Are Someone Who Ought to SurviveAug 19, 2007Rate

    Yoko begins teaching at a school on an island but soon returns to Teppelin after learning of Simon's predicament. Reuniting with Simon, Team Dai-Gurren, now including Viral as Gurren-Lagann's co-pilot, ventures into space to defend the Arc-Gurren from enemy attacks.

  22. 1.22This Is My Final Duty!Aug 26, 2007Rate

    The Gurren-Lagann combines with the Arc-Gurren to create the powerful Arc-Gurren-Lagann in an effort to confront and stop the Human Annihilation System.

  23. 1.23Let's Go, This Is the Final BattleSep 2, 2007Rate

    As Team Dai-Gurren prepares for the impending conflict with the Anti-Spirals, Rossiu goes missing, raising concerns. Simon and Kinon, after a revealing conversation, become determined to find him.

  24. 1.24I'll Never Forget This Minute, This SecondSep 9, 2007Rate

    Driven by Simon and Nia's growing bond, Team Dai-Gurren crosses dimensional boundaries in pursuit of the Anti-Spirals' home world. However, they fall into an ambush that results in devastating losses among their ranks.

  25. 1.25I Accept Your Last Wish!Sep 16, 2007Rate

    Team Dai-Gurren faces overwhelming odds as they battle to escape the Anti-Spirals' ocean of despair, but their efforts are in vain until a tragic sacrifice forces them to confront their deepest fears and losses once more.

  26. 1.26Let's Go, BuddySep 23, 2007Rate

    Simon and his allies power up their ship into the Super Galactic Gurren-Lagann to defend against their opponents. As the battle intensifies, the enemy exploits their emotional vulnerabilities, prompting Kamina to return and assist them.

  27. 1.27The Lights in the Sky Are StarsSep 30, 2007Rate

    Simon and Nia are finally reunited as Team Dai-Gurren unites to confront the Anti-Spiral forces. By combining their powers, they create the massive Tengen Toppa Gurren-Lagann and engage in a climactic battle that will decide the fate of the universe.

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