Patlabor: Early Days (1988–1989)
Plot
In the future, rapidly advancing technology gives birth to giant robots known as "Labors," so named for their usefulness in heavy industry. However, this also gives rise to "Labor crimes," resulting the the need for a new branch of law enforcement equipped with and dedicated to the policing of Labors. When Izumi Noa, a female police officer, becomes the newest recruit of Special Vehicles Division 2, she and her top of the line "Patrol Labor" (or "Patlabor") Alphonse are swept into a series of adventures featuring crazed construction workers, eco-terrorists, and sea monsters.
Episodes by season
Season01
- S01E01
Second Unit, Move Out!April 25, 1988—With the impending shipment of three new labors stuck in traffic, the new recruits must make do with two older labors to defeat a formidable - S01E02
Long ShotJune 25, 1988—As the arrival date of the mayor of New York City draws near, the Labor unit, with the help of exchange officer Sgt. Kanuka Clancy, set up a - S01E03
The 450 Million-Year-Old TrapJuly 25, 1988—A creature from a genetic experiment escapes into Tokyo bay and its up to the Labors to put a stop to it's rampage. - S01E04
The Tragedy of LSeptember 25, 1988—During a routine hostage rescue, the recruits use excessive force and are punished by being sent back to the training academy. - S01E05
The SV2's Longest Day (1)November 10, 1988—During the SV2's vacation, the Decisive Action Unit implements a siege on Tokyo. - S01E06
The SV2's Longest Day (2)December 10, 1988—Goto sets forth a plan using the Labors and SV2 to deceive and out wit Mr. Kai and end his siege over Tokyo. - S01E07
SV2, to the North!June 25, 1989—A truck carrying a mysterious container from Germany is smuggled into Japan. After it is stolen twice and heads across Japan, the SV2 are di
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