86 EIGHTY-SIX (2021)
86 EIGHTY-SIX is streaming in Japan on Hulu, U-NEXT, Anime Times Amazon Channel.
The verdict
86 EIGHTY-SIX stood out as one of the better-rated Japanese series of its release window. It carries an 8.1/10 on TMDB across 270 ratings — comfortably clear of the pack. Episodes clock in around 24 minutes. In Japan you can stream it on Hulu, U-NEXT, Anime Times Amazon Channel.
Is it worth starting?
This is a first season — Japanese animation, leaning action & adventure.
- Why
- Currently 8.1/10 from 270 ratings, which is a good sign this early.
- Skip if
- you want live action tonight
- Best for
- A slow burn across the week
Story
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.
Good to know
| Runtime | ~24 min per episode |
| Genre | Animation / Action & Adventure |
| Language | Japanese |
| Best screen | Stream at home |
Cast
Where to watch in Japan
Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.
Availability as of 23 Sept 2026 — platforms may change over time.
Trailer
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