Dragonaut: The Resonance (2007)
A Japanese sci-fi anime series where a chosen young pilot and his dragon partner race to protect Earth from cosmic destruction.
Dragonaut: The Resonance - Series Information
- Original Title: ドラゴノーツ -ザ・レゾナンス-
- First Air Year: 2007
- Last Air Year: 2008
- Created by: Shin'ichi Miyazaki
- Type: TV Series
- Genres: Action, Adventure, Animation, Drama, Sci-Fi, Fantasy
- Content Rating (US): TV-14
- Episode Runtime: Average runtime per episode (25 minutes)
- Number of Seasons: 1
- Number of Episodes: 25
- Status: Ended
- Original Language: Japanese
- Spoken Languages: Japanese
- First Air Date: October 4, 2007 (United States - TV-14), October 4, 2007 (Canada - 18+), October 4, 2007 (Australia - M), October 4, 2007 (Mexico - C)
- Networks: TV Tokyo
- Alternative Titles: Dragonaut -The Resonance (US), Dragonaut - The Resonance (FR)
- Production Companies: GONZO, NAS
- Production Countries: Japan
Dragonaut: The Resonance - Plot
An asteroid is headed for Earth and in order to avoid Earth's impending destruction, the ISDA create the "Dragonaut" after finding a dragon egg under the ocean. This weapon's primary purpose is to destroy the asteroid when the time comes. However, they soon find out that the asteroid is not their only threat, as powerful dragon-like creatures, which are bent on destruction, appear.
After witnessing a murder by one of the creatures, Jin Kamishina, a lonely 18-year-old boy who lost his family in a shuttle accident, gets involved in the mysteries of the dragons and becomes the chosen pilot of the Dragonaut. Helping him on his journey is Toa, a mysterious girl who saves him from falling to his death after the creature attacks him.
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Dragonaut: The Resonance - Cast & Crew
Creator(s)
- Shin'ichi Miyazaki
Main Cast
- Miyuki Sawashiro
- Ryoko Ono
- Daisuke Ono
- Minori Chihara
- Junichi Suwabe
- Aya Hirano
- Eiji Maruyama
- Eiji Miyashita
- Mamoru Miyano
- Saeko Chiba
Dragonaut: The Resonance - FAQs
Where can you stream Dragonaut: The Resonance?
Dragonaut: The Resonance is available to stream on Crunchyroll, including through the Crunchyroll Amazon Channel. If you prefer to own it, the series can also be purchased digitally on Amazon Video. Crunchyroll remains the most accessible option for anime fans looking to watch it online.
What is Dragonaut: The Resonance about?
The series follows Jin Kamishina, a grieving teenager drawn into a secret government program after witnessing a dragon attack. With an asteroid threatening Earth and mysterious dragon-like creatures causing chaos, Jin becomes the chosen pilot of the Dragonaut — a powerful dragon weapon — alongside a enigmatic girl named Toa.
Who are the main voice actors in Dragonaut: The Resonance?
The series features a strong Japanese voice cast, including Daisuke Ono as Jin Kamishina, Minori Chihara as Toa, Junichi Suwabe as Gio, Aya Hirano as Garnet McLane, Miyuki Sawashiro as Laura, and Mamoru Miyano as Ashim Jamal, among others.
Is Dragonaut: The Resonance a mecha or dragon anime?
It blends both. Rather than traditional mecha suits, Dragonaut: The Resonance features dragon-based partners that bond with human pilots — a concept closer to creature-bonding fantasy than classic robot anime. The show mixes sci-fi space drama with dragon mythology, romance, and action in a distinctive hybrid style.
How many episodes does Dragonaut: The Resonance have?
The main series runs for 25 episodes across one season, which aired from October 2007 to March 2008 on TV Tokyo. There is also a bonus special episode included in Season 0, bringing the total episode count to 26 when including supplementary content.
When did Dragonaut: The Resonance first air?
Dragonaut: The Resonance premiered on October 4, 2007, on TV Tokyo in Japan. The series concluded in 2008 after one complete season. It was rated TV-14 in the United States, reflecting its action-heavy content and mature themes.
What anime series are similar to Dragonaut: The Resonance?
Fans of Dragonaut: The Resonance often enjoy Cross Ange: Rondo of Angels and Dragons, which shares the dragon-bonding and sci-fi action formula. How Not to Summon a Demon Lord and Hybrid x Heart Magias Academy Ataraxia also offer comparable blends of fantasy action and fan-service-oriented storytelling.
Who created Dragonaut: The Resonance?
Dragonaut: The Resonance was created by Shin'ichi Miyazaki and produced by GONZO, the Japanese animation studio known for titles like Hellsing and Gantz. The series was co-produced with NAS and broadcast on TV Tokyo, with music composed by Kosuke Yamashita.
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