When did the anime series Gurren Lagann air in Japan?
Gurren Lagann aired in Japan between April 1 and the 30th of September 2007 on TXN stations. The series consisted of 27 episodes plus two specials including an uncensored version of episode six.
Questions about Gurren Lagann
Short answers, pulled from the story.
Who created the mecha known as Gurren Lagann?
Kamina hijacked an enemy Gunmen and named it Gurren to combine with Simon's Lagann. Together they formed the mecha known as Gurren Lagann which inspired other humans to steal their own Gunmen and join Team Dai-Gurren.
What happened to Kamina during the battle against Lordgenome?
Lordgenome sent one of his four generals to destroy them and that general killed Kamina during the preceding battle. Simon sank into depression following the loss of his brother figure before meeting Nia who helped him come to terms with the death.
Why did Takami Akai resign from Gurren Lagann effective episode five?
Takami Akai announced he would resign his position effective episode five which aired on the 29th of April 2007 after making disparaging remarks about comments criticizing the animation style of the fourth episode. Fans later became aware of these comments and he departed from the company he helped found.
When was the animated film Childhood's End released in Japanese theaters?
An animated film titled Childhood's End premiered in Japanese theaters on the 6th of September 2008. It compiled events from episodes one through fifteen with around twenty minutes of newly animated scenes.