Ultraman: A Special Effects Fantasy Series

Original title : Urutora Sakusen Dai Ichigo
First Aired : 17.07.1966
Director : Hajime Tsuburaya
Writing credits : Tetsuo Kinjo, Shinichi Sekizawa
Cast : Teruo Aragaki (Bemler)

The Story : The Ultraman legacy begins : When Science Patrol agent Hayata is mortally wonded during an intergalactic pursuit of the ferocious monster Bemler, Ultraman fuses with the dying man and saves his life…

Original title : Shinryakusha o Ute
First Aired : 24.07.1966
Director : Toshihiro Iijima
Writing credits : Toshihiro Iijima
Cast : Takeshi Sato (Baltan)

The Story : Mysterious electromagnetic transmissions are detected over the skies of Tokyo. Soon, a strange lobster like creature is stalking the halls of the Science and Technology Center. Can Ultraman and the Science Patrol stop the invader before times runs out ?

Original title : Katokutai Shutugeki Seyo
First Aired : 31.07.1966
Director : Toshihiro Iijima
Writing credits : Masahiro Yamada
Cast : Haruo Nakajima (Neronga)

The Story : As Fuji and Hoshino investigate strange noises coming from the well near Mount Iwami, a nearly invisible monster attacks and destroy a power plant. The Science Patrol teams up with the Japan Self Defense to guard the creature's suspected next target. Can they avert disaster a second time ?

Original title : Detonation: Five Seconds
First Aired : 07.08.1966
Director : Mimachi Nonagase
Writing credits : Ryu Minamikawa
Cast : Umenosuke Izumi (Ragon)

The Story : When a rocket carrying a payload of nuclear explosives crashes on the sea, the Science Patrol leads the recovery effort. After all but one have been found, a mysterious monster begins terrorizing the Japanese seaside – right Science Patrol member Fuji is trying to take a vacation!

Original title : Secret of the Miloganda
First Aired : 14.08.1966
Director : Toshihiro Iijima
Writing credits : Keisuke Fujikawa
Cast : Haruyoshi Nakamura (Greenmons), Akihiko Hirata (Professor Iwamoto), Akiko Wakabayashi (Photographer Setsuko Hamaguchi)

The Story : When members of an expedition to a distant island are killed by a strange plant-monster, the Science Patrol puts the remaining survivor into protective custody. Unfortunately, the energy from their weapons accidentally enlarges the creature to enormous proportions. Now only Ultraman can save the day!

Original title : The Coast Guard Command
First Aired : 21.08.1966
Director : Mimachi Nonagase
Writing credits : Masahiro Yamada
Cast : Teruo Aragaki (Gesura) , Hisaya Ito (Diamond Kick)

The Story : A strange monster with a sweet tooth for chocolate appears in Yokohama Bay. Meanwhile, young Honshino has been kidnapped by a gang of jewel thieves. Unfortunately, their hideout is a warehouse full of delicious coco beans. Can Ultraman and the Science Patrol members find Honshino before the monster attacks ?

Original title : Baraji no Aoi Ishi
First Aired : 28.08.1966
Director : Mimachi Nonagase
Writing credits : Tetsuo Kinjo
Cast : Teruo Aragaki (Antlar)

The Story : The Science Patrol investigates a series of plane crashes in the Middle East, where they encounter a vicious insect-monster that brings Ultraman to his knees. This time, It's up to the Science Patrol to try and turn the tables!

Original title : Kaiju Muho Chitai
First Aired : 04.09.1966
Director : Hajime Tsubaraya
Writing credits : Tetsuo Kinjo
Cast : Teruo Aragaki (Red King), Yukihiro Seino (Chandrah), Umenosuke Izumi (Maglar), Shuji Fujita (Pigmon)

The Story : Contact has been lost with a meteorological station on a distant Pacific Island. When the Science Patrol investigates, they encounter a lone survivor, carnivorous plant, giant monsters, and a diminutive, friendly creature! Can it help make their way off the island in one piece ?

Original title : Denkosekka Sakusen
First Aired : 11.09.1966
Director : Mimachi Nonagase
Writing credits : Masahiro Yamada
Cast : Haruo Nakajima (Gabora)

The Story : When a uranium-eating monster disrupts efforts to rebuild a village after a tropical storm, the Science Patrol intervenes. However, they only succeed in diverting the hungry creature's path of destruction. It's up to Ultraman to prevent further casualties !

Original title : Nazo no Uchu Kichi
First Aired : 18.09.1966
Director : Kazuho Manda
Writing credits : Tetsuo Kinjo
Cast : Haruo Nakajima (Jirass), Kanta Mori (Professor Nakamura), Jun Haichi (Professor Nikaido), Ikuko Tani (Boys' Club Reporter Tomoko Kubo)

The Story : A dinosaur-like monster emerges from the depths of Lake Kitayama. The Science Patrol uncovers a mysterious connection between it and the legend of Loch Ness. When they find the creature too powerful to subdue my normal means, Ultraman steps it to take it down one and for all…

Original title : Uchu kara Kita Abarenbo
First Aired : 25.09.1966
Director : Kazuho Manda
Writing credits : Tatsuo Miyata
Cast : Teruo Aragaki (Gango)

The Story : A con artist discovers a meteorite with the power to make wishes come true. He uses it to conjure up a strange creature and begins terrorizing his neighbours. After creating a giant-sized version of the creature, only Ultraman and the Science Patrol can set things right…

Original title : Miira no Sakebi
First Aired : 02.10.1966
Director : Hajime Tsuburaya
Writing credits : Keisuke Fujiawa
Cast : Teruo Aragaki (Dodongo (front half)), Hideyo Mangetsu (The Human Mummy), Yukihiro Seino (Dodongo (rear half))

The Story : A seven thousand year old mummy is awakened by scientific experiments and goes on a rampage. When finally cornered, it summons an enormous, four-legged dragon so powerful than only Ultraman stands a chance of defeating it…

Original title : SOS, Oiru Esu O Esu
First Aired : 09.10.1966
Director : Hajime Tsuburaya
Writing credits : Tetsuo Kinjo
Cast : Teruo Aragaki (Pestar), Yukihiro Seino (Pestar)

The Story : An enormous starfish monster that feeds on petroleum products is preying upon oil tankers in Tokyo Bay. Before long, it sets its sights on bigger game: a massive oil storage facility in the port. Only the Science Patrol and Ultraman have the power to stop it before Japan's energy supplies are cut off!

Original title : Shinjugai Boei Shirei
First Aired : 16.10.1966
Director : Akio Jissoji
Writing credits : Mamoru Sasaki
Cast : Teruo Aragaki (Gamakujira)

The Story : A strange creature with the face of a frog and the body of a whale is attacking pearl farms on the Japanese coastline. When napalm bombs and electrical nets fail to stop the rampage, ultraman comes to the rescue!

Original title : Kyofu no Uchusen
First Aired : 23.10.1966
Director : Akio Jissoji
Writing credits : Mamoru Sasaki
Cast : Teruo Aragaki (Gavadon)

The Story : An unusual form of space radiation turns a child's chalk sketch into a real-life giant monster that's all but impervious to the Science Patrol's attacks. As the creature mutates, only Ultraman has the power to stop it.

Original title : Katokutai Uchu e
First Aired : 30.10.1966
Director : Toshihiro Lijima
Writing credits : Toshihiro Lijima
Cast : Masao Tobiura (Baltan II)

The Story : When a manned spacecraft bound for Venus is hijacked by aliens, the Science Patrol outfits the Jet VTOL for interstellar travel. When it becomes clear that the incident is a springboard for Baltan's alien race to invade the Earth, Ultraman goes on the defense.

Original title : Mugen e no Pasupoto
First Aired : 06.11.1966
Director : Toshihiro Lijima
Writing credits : Keisuke Fujikawa
Cast : Teruo Aragaki (Bulton)

The Story : A pair of unusual meteors discovered by an American explorer fuse together after being exposed to a special beam. They mutate into a bizarre fourth-dimensional monster capable of warping reality as we know it. Can Ultraman overcome this psychedelic menace in time to save the day?

Original title : Yusei kara Kita Kyodai
First Aired : 11.11.1966
Director : Mimachi Nonagase
Writing credits : Tetsuo Kinjo, Ryu Minarmikaw
Cast : Fumio Ikeda (Fake Ultraman), Takeshi Aono (Zarab)

The Story : A mysterious radioactive fog settles over Tokyo. An even more mysterious alien arrives to clean it up. But can this good samaritan really be trusted? And what is his connection to the evil doppelganger of Ultraman that's terrorizing the city?

Original title : Akuma wa Futatabi
First Aired : 20.11.1966
Director : Mimachi Nonagase
Writing credits : Masahijo Yamada, Ryu Minarmikaw
Cast : Haruyoshi Nakamura (Abolas), Yasuhiro Tajiri (Banila)

The Story : A pair of ancient capsules unearthed at a construction site unleash a pair of monsters who are mortal enemies sealed away a long time ago by the ancestors of mankind. Can Ultraman stop them before their blood feud reduces Tokyo to rubble?

Original title : Kyofu no Ruto Hachijunana
First Aired : 27.11.1966
Director : Yuuzo Higushi
Writing credits : Tetsuo Kinjo
Cast : Teruo Aragaki (Hidora)

The Story : An enormous bird-monster is attacking motorists on Route 87. The Science Patrol discovers a supernatural link between the monster and a statue located nearby. Once they realize the connection, it's up to Ultraman to put a stop to this terror once and for all.

Original title : Fun'en Toppa seyo
First Aired : 04.12.1966
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Original title : Chijo Hakai Kosaku
First Aired : 11.12.1966
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Original title : Kokyo wa Chikyu
First Aired : 18.12.1966
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Original title : Kaitei Kagaku Kichi
First Aired : 25.12.1966
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Original title : Kai Susei Tsuifon
First Aired : 01.01.1967
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Cast : Haruo Nakajima (Middle-Aged Man)

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Original title : Kaiju Denka Zenpen
First Aired : 08.01.1967
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Original title : Kaiju Denka Kohen
First Aired : 15.01.1967
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Original title : Ningen Hyohon Go Roku
First Aired : 22.01.1967
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Original title : Chitei e no Chosen
First Aired : 29.01.1967
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Original title : Maboroshi no Yukiyama
First Aired : 05.02.1967
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Original title : Kita no wa Dare da
First Aired : 12.02.1967
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Original title : Hateshinaki Gyakushu
First Aired : 19.02.1967
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Original title : Kinjirareta Kotoba
First Aired : 26.02.1967
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Original title : Sora no Okurimono
First Aired : 05.03.1967
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Original title : Kaiju Hakaba
First Aired : 12.03.1967
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Original title : Utsuna! Arashi
First Aired : 19.03.1967
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Original title : Chiisana Eiyu
First Aired : 26.03.1967
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Original title : Uchusen Kyujo Meirei
First Aired : 02.04.1967
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Cast : Haruo Nakajima (Keelar)

The Story : The Science Patrol takes to the stars and learns that a missing piece of equipment could cause Space Station V2 to explode. After determining that the closest replacement is on a nearby planet, the Science Patrol makes a beeline for it...only to encounter a pair of ferocious monsters in their path.

Original title : Saraba Urutoraman
First Aired : 09.04.1967
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The Story : In this final episode of the Ultraman television series, a fiendish alien race, the Z-Ton Aliens, plots to conquer Earth. While plotting to cripple the Science Patrol Headquarters, they dispatch their giant insect-like monster, Z-Ton, to destroy it from the outside. After the Science Patrol destroy the Z-Ton fleet, Ultraman intervenes, but the monster proves to be more than a match for him! Will Ultraman, or the Science Patrol, be able to destroy Z-Ton? If Ultraman fails, what will happen next . . .