Rumors have been swirling that the iconic tokusatsu franchise, Super Sentai, is set to conclude its nearly half-century-long heroic saga after the current series, Dai Sentai Gojūsha. This news has left countless fans both shocked and bewildered.
However, a report from Japanese outlet Nikkan Sports today (November 3) suggests a different story. Citing multiple sources, the paper claims that the Super Sentai time slot won't remain vacant. Instead, Toei is reportedly preparing a brand-new tokusatsu hero action series: a Reiwa-era reboot of "Space Sheriff Gavan." This bombshell report instantly ignited a firestorm of discussion across social media.
▼ The news quickly became a hot trending topic on X (formerly Twitter).
According to production insiders, "casting auditions have already wrapped up, and the lead actor has been confirmed." Bidding for the theme song and other musical elements is also expected to kick off soon. This Reiwa-era "Space Sheriff Gavan" reboot isn't just a new show; it signals the official return of the beloved Metal Hero series! When asked for comment, TV Asahi's official PR department simply stated, "We are currently unable to respond to questions regarding program adjustments."
For the uninitiated, the "Metal Hero Series" kicked off in 1982 with the debut of "Space Sheriff Gavan." It spawned a whole universe of Space Sheriffs, including "Sharivan" and "Shaider," alongside other fan favorites like "Rescue Police" and "B-Fighter." The franchise even got a theatrical film in 2012, solidifying its status as a truly classic tokusatsu property.
With its distinct worldview and character designs, Metal Hero stood apart from the Super Sentai and Kamen Rider franchises. It garnered a massive following and even influenced the iconic look of Hollywood's "RoboCop" film back in the day.
But don't panic just yet! The report also clarifies that the Super Sentai series isn't vanishing completely. Producers are reportedly exploring options to keep the franchise alive on other platforms or TV channels. From its 1975 debut with "Himitsu Sentai Gorenger" all the way to the current "Dai Sentai Gojūsha," Super Sentai has built a half-century legacy, and there's hope it will continue to entertain fans in exciting new forms.
Of course, it's worth noting that neither TV Asahi nor Toei has officially confirmed the end of the Super Sentai series. However, with Japanese media outlets consistently dropping these reports – even revealing potential successors and their rollout plans – the future of the franchise remains a hot topic. We'll have to wait for an official statement to truly know what's next!
via： 日刊スポーツ