Gekisou Sentai Carranger

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  • TV-14
  • 1996
  • 1 Season
  • 6.6  (182)

Gekisou Sentai Carranger was a Japanese television show that aired from 1996 to 1997. The show was part of the long-running Super Sentai franchise, which featured a team of heroes who fought against evil forces. Gekisou Sentai Carranger was the twentieth entry in the Super Sentai series, and it followed a team of five ordinary workers who transformed into superheroes to save the world from an evil space empire.

The show's premise centered around a group of people who worked at a car factory in Japan. The team consisted of Kyosuke Jinnai, Naoki Domon, Minoru Uesugi, Natsumi Shinohara, and Youko Yagami. Each of the workers had different skills and personalities, but they shared a common goal of wanting to make a difference in the world.

One day, the evil space empire known as the Bowzock invaded the world, with the goal of turning it into a giant parking lot. The Bowzock were led by a group of villains who were obsessed with cars, and they had a fleet of powerful vehicles at their disposal. They were ruthless and determined to destroy anyone who got in their way.

The five workers from the car factory were chosen by a mysterious being known as Hazardian Dappu to become the Carranger, a team of superheroes who had the power to stop the Bowzock and save the world. Dappu gave each of them a special device called a "Carmagic" which allowed them to transform into the Carranger.

The Carranger were not your typical Super Sentai team. They were not trained warriors or soldiers, but ordinary people who had to learn how to fight and work together to overcome their enemies. This made for a lot of comedic moments, as the team often struggled with their new roles as superheroes. They would often argue and bicker, and their fights were sometimes more comical than intense.

However, despite their differences, the Carranger always came together when it mattered most. They had to face off against a variety of villains, such as the car-themed monsters called the "Mettsu Bosshu", and the Bowzock's elite fighters known as the "Baribarian". But no matter how powerful their opponents were, the Carranger never gave up, and always found a way to come out on top.

One of the standout features of Gekisou Sentai Carranger was its use of humor. The show was often compared to the American television show Power Rangers, but while Power Rangers was more serious and action-focused, Carranger was much more lighthearted and comedic. The show's humor came from a variety of sources, such as the characters' interactions with each other and the absurdity of the situations they found themselves in.

Another memorable aspect of the show was its use of mecha, or giant robots. The Carranger had their own fleet of powerful vehicles that could transform into giant robots, which they used to battle the Bowzock's giant monsters. The mecha designs were often wacky and over-the-top, and the fights were very flashy and colorful.

Gekisou Sentai Carranger was a critical and commercial success in Japan, and it gained a cult following in the United States as well. The show was notable for being the inspiration for the American television show Power Rangers Turbo, which was heavily based on Carranger's storyline and characters.

Overall, Gekisou Sentai Carranger was a fun and entertaining show that combined action, humor, and mecha in a unique way. It was a refreshing take on the Super Sentai genre, and it served as a precursor to the more comedic and self-aware Super Sentai shows that came after it.

Gekisou Sentai Carranger is a series that is currently running and has 1 seasons (48 episodes). The series first aired on March 1, 1996.

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Forever Traffic Safety!!
48. Forever Traffic Safety!!
February 7, 1997
The Carranger face off in a final confrontation with Exhaus for the fate of Earth; but against an enemy with the evil powers of the universe on his side, can they finally bring peace (and traffic safety) once and for all?
Hit And Break!? The Death-Defying Space Drive
47. Hit And Break!? The Death-Defying Space Drive
January 31, 1997
Without their Carmagic, the Carranger face their darkest hour while Exhaus reveals his final, true intention for the Bowzock and the destruction of Earth.
Suddenly Ineffective!? Transformation Power
46. Suddenly Ineffective!? Transformation Power
January 24, 1997
The Bowzock commanders are sent to Earth against the seemingly unstoppable Carranger, while Exhaus manipulates a celestial event to steal away the power of their Carmagic.
The Starting Point Of True Love
45. The Starting Point Of True Love
January 17, 1997
Kyosuke decides to try and draw Zonnette away from the Bowzock once and for all with his love for her, while Exhaus sends a love-manipulating Gorotsuki to finally marry her to Gynamo for Earth's destruction.
The Persistently, Wacky Gekisou Chase!
44. The Persistently, Wacky Gekisou Chase!
January 10, 1997
Natsumi loses her will as a mechanic when her prized wrench is taken by a Gorotsuki to become a wrench of ultimate evil adaptation.
Merry Carmagic Christmas!!
43. Merry Carmagic Christmas!!
December 20, 1996
With the Carmagic of their mech nearly used up and Dapp recaptured for the Bowzock mechs, the Carranger must work out their problems with their alien ally if they are to live to see a Merry Christmas.
Engine Stall On All Cars! Desperate Situation For The Giant Robo!!
42. Engine Stall On All Cars! Desperate Situation For The Giant Robo!!
December 13, 1996
With Dapp captured by Exhaus and the Bowzock, the Carranger discover the truth regarding the source of their powers from VRV Master and attempt to hold on against the evil mechs with the limited energy they have left.
The Reckless Dash Emperor's Frightful Fuel Check
41. The Reckless Dash Emperor's Frightful Fuel Check
December 6, 1996
As the Carranger make Christmas plans, Dapp tries to figure out how to spend it with his "family" while Exhaus starts targeting him due to his connection to the team's Carmagic.
Naniwhatever Anyway, A Scramble Intersection Robo!?
40. Naniwhatever Anyway, A Scramble Intersection Robo!?
November 29, 1996
Minoru befriends a traitorous Gorotsuki and shows him the ways of Osaka, unknowing of the true nature of the Bowzock's plans against the Carranger.
Love Roads!! The Space Pet
39. Love Roads!! The Space Pet
November 22, 1996
Naoki adopts a space creature intended by Exhaus and the Bowzock to be used to eat away all of the roads of Earth.
Back Alright!? Imo-Youkan Life
38. Back Alright!? Imo-Youkan Life
November 15, 1996
A scheme by the Bowzock to protect their imo-youkan supply turns the elderly Imochou owner into a young man, which Youko believes is the man of her dreams.
The Dreadful Universal Highway Project
37. The Dreadful Universal Highway Project
November 8, 1996
As the Carranger abuse advantages of their fame, the Bowzock gain assistance from the mysterious Exhaus to defeat them and secretly advance his own twisted scheme for Earth's destruction.
The Suspicious Exhaust Purging Operation
36. The Suspicious Exhaust Purging Operation
November 1, 1996
With Signalman altered and allied with the Bowzock, the Carranger and Dapp must work out a way to remove the influence of the mind-altering gas to save both him and Sigtarou.
The Traitorous Signalman
35. The Traitorous Signalman
October 25, 1996
Signalman returns to Earth, but has suddenly turned evil under a mysterious influence, ignoring all his previous friendships and entering a rampage over a personal trauma.
Meddling In Love, The Intruding Girl
34. Meddling In Love, The Intruding Girl
October 18, 1996
Realizing that her older sister Vanity Mirror is Zonnette of the Bowzock, Radietta returns to meet with her, where she ends up meddling in the facets of her complicated love with Red Racer.
Awaken! Gekisou Dappu
33. Awaken! Gekisou Dappu
October 11, 1996
As Dapp finally awakens from his hibernation, he ends up helping the Carranger indirectly face a hot-headed Gorotsuki as they prepare for his surprise party.
RV Robo's Wrong-Way Run!
32. RV Robo's Wrong-Way Run!
October 4, 1996
After reading a farewell letter from VRV Master acknowledging him as a leader, Kyosuke goes all out in facing a Gorotsuki piloting the captured RV Robo in order to get the RV Robo back.
It's A Full Model Change! VRV Robo
31. It's A Full Model Change! VRV Robo
September 27, 1996
VRV Master continues to train the Carranger to fully utilize the potential of their new mechs, which they must complete on their own before their climactic battle with RitchiRitchihiker and his upgraded Braking.
A Shocking Debut! Working Cars!!
30. A Shocking Debut! Working Cars!!
September 20, 1996
With RV Robo abducted by RitchiRitchihiker and no other means to fight back, the Carranger are approached by the mysterious VRV Master, who offers them new vehicle mecha to fight Braking. But can he be trusted?
The Unexpected Great Monster Accident!!
29. The Unexpected Great Monster Accident!!
September 13, 1996
With his mind and body strengthened by evil energy and a newly bought giant mech, RitchiRitchihiker begins a campaign against all of his enemies, including the Carranger (who are suddenly without Dappu) and Gynamo.
Farewell, Signalman!
28. Farewell, Signalman!
September 6, 1996
With Ichitarou captured for the ceremonial Bowzock Festival, Signalman and the Carranger scramble to get him back before he is used to grant them a greater evil power.
The Crossroads Of Transferring Away From Homeƒ
27. The Crossroads Of Transferring Away From Homeƒ
August 30, 1996
When Signalman receives a letter from his family back home, he is forced to determine whether to leave Earth to the Carranger or stay to protect it from the Bowzock.
The Nonstop Home Delivery Weapon
26. The Nonstop Home Delivery Weapon
August 23, 1996
After accidentally sending off the Carranger's new weapon for delivery, Minoru goes on a mad chase to Hokkaido to get it back while the others try to hold firm against a Gorotsuki with an innumerable arsenal.
The Mysterious Intruding Girl!
25. The Mysterious Intruding Girl!
August 16, 1996
Radietta Fanbelt, a self-proclaimed Carranger fangirl, arrives on Earth to meet with her heroes as they face off against a fake team of "heroic" Gorotsuki.
Urgent Launch?! New Leader
24. Urgent Launch?! New Leader
August 9, 1996
A disagreement regarding the usage of the Carranger to help others makes Kyosuke force Minoru to become the leader of the team to force him to realize his point.
Overheating For A Princess!
23. Overheating For A Princess!
August 2, 1996
Naoki must work through his emotions in order to protect a princess being pursued by an Olympic-themed Gorotsuki trying to capture a jewel for the Bowzock.
The Tragic Traffic Rule Habit
22. The Tragic Traffic Rule Habit
July 26, 1996
Signalman's by-the-book rules obsessions ends up getting him in trouble with Kyosuke after Ichitarou gets abducted from summer school for a plot to create new Bowzock members.
The Carnavi That Surpassed Carnavi
21. The Carnavi That Surpassed Carnavi
July 19, 1996
Youko's terrible navigation skills force her and Natsumi to invent the ultimate navigation device after the male Carranger are abducted by a disappearing shaman Gorotsuki.
Test Drive The Ultimate Famous Cars!!
20. Test Drive The Ultimate Famous Cars!!
July 12, 1996
Kyosuke becomes more obsessed with his test-driving dreams after being embarrassed by Naoki's skills just as two Wild Cars from space arrive on Earth that test the limits and wills of both of them.
The Hit-And-Run Girl Of Love
19. The Hit-And-Run Girl Of Love
July 5, 1996
When a pitching Gorotsuki is sent after the still-vacationing Carranger, Zonnette intervenes in the proceedings with her confused heart for Red Racer while Kyosuke tries to prove his love for her.
A Lying Heart Under Adjustment
18. A Lying Heart Under Adjustment
June 28, 1996
On a company vacation to Nasu Kougen, Natsumi protects a little girl accused of lying about the appearance of an alien in the area (in actuality a Gorotsuki on research assignment)
Wearing Authority, Head-On Collision!
17. Wearing Authority, Head-On Collision!
June 21, 1996
Ritchihiker enlists a fashion designer Gorotsuki to create a mind-controlling outfit that brainwashes Signalman and Sirender under his control to fight the Carranger.
Bad Wisdom, Merging Caution
16. Bad Wisdom, Merging Caution
June 14, 1996
In hoping to improve their battles with the Carranger, the Bowzock hire Instructor Ritchihiker for consultation, unaware of his own long history with Signalman.
Evil With A Learner's Permit In Love
15. Evil With A Learner's Permit In Love
June 7, 1996
Having strange feelings of love towards her enemy Red Racer, Zonnette and her cockroach servant cause chaos on Earth in order for her to reveal these feelings to a confused Kyosuke.
Full Acceleration To Hellish Lightning
14. Full Acceleration To Hellish Lightning
May 31, 1996
A ritual by Zelmoda to surpass the speed limit of his bike to obtain a legendary power (using a fuel additive Minoru sold him) forces both the Bowzock warrior and Green Racer to face their respective fears of lightning.
Dispatch!! The Proud Emergency Vehicle
13. Dispatch!! The Proud Emergency Vehicle
May 24, 1996
With the other Bowzock fearing Signalman, Zonnette and a revived UU Urin head to Earth to trick him to fight against the Carranger, leading to trouble for both Kyosuke and Youko.
The Signalman Who Came From Space
12. The Signalman Who Came From Space
May 17, 1996
Signalman, an officer from Planet Police, comes to Earth to take charge in taking down Gynamo and the Bowzock...while simultaneously causing nothing but problems for the Carranger.
The Overweight Of Fury
11. The Overweight Of Fury
May 10, 1996
Youko goes on an obsessive diet spree after an encounter with a number-crunching Gorotsuki makes her think she has gained too much weight.
A Great Reversal!! Bicycle Training
10. A Great Reversal!! Bicycle Training
May 3, 1996
Natsumi decides to adopt Naoki as her little brother and help him out when they're confronted by a female bancho Gorotsuki and her rampaging army of bicycle riders.
A U-Turn To The Stars
9. A U-Turn To The Stars
April 26, 1996
Kyosuke quits the Pegasus Garage hoping to pursue his racing dreams, while encountering a peculiar Gorotsuki dish-cleaner who may be connected to Dapp's childhood racing hero.
Transformation Brace Lost
8. Transformation Brace Lost
April 19, 1996
After defeating a Bowzock racer, Minoru loses his Accel Changer just as the defeated opponent's little brother has targeted him for revenge.
Blue Has No Entry?!
7. Blue Has No Entry?!
April 12, 1996
Naoki is strangely being ignored by the rest of Carranger after meeting with a rival car-maker, while Glutch invents a weight-loss spray with peculiar side effects that he gives to a graffiti-making Bowzock thug.
We Are.One-Way Traffic
6. We Are.One-Way Traffic
April 5, 1996
An argument between Natsumi and Youko ruins the Carranger's teamwork during a battle with a detective Gorotsuki searching for a necklace for Zonnette.
Up Ahead, Gekisou Fusion
5. Up Ahead, Gekisou Fusion
March 29, 1996
Having figured out the key to growth being a certain imo-youkan, Grotch unleashes the full potential of Bowzock's best eater, forcing the Carranger to fully utilize their new dream vehicles and merge into a giant robot to face it.
A Red Light To Enlarging
4. A Red Light To Enlarging
March 22, 1996
On a trip to Earth to sample the local delicacies, Inventor Grotch accidentally becomes a giant from something he ate, forcing the Carranger into a situation where they must create a means to fight larger threats.
The Beginner's Mark Of Justice
3. The Beginner's Mark Of Justice
March 15, 1996
Tiring of his Carranger training, Kyosuke stays behind to work on the boss' car while the others take on a guts-enhancing Gorotsuki.
Dancing Noise Pollution
2. Dancing Noise Pollution
March 8, 1996
The Carranger escape from Dappu's explanation of their new Giga Formula weapon only to need it to take on a Gorotsuki who wants to use car noises as a signal to get the Earth blown up by other aliens.
Fighting For Traffic Safety
1. Fighting For Traffic Safety
March 1, 1996
After witnessing the destruction of his home, Hazardian Dapp must find (and somehow convince) five humans of the Pegasus Garage who possess the connection with legendary car constellations to become the Carranger and save their planet from the destructive force of the evil planet-destroying Bowzock.
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Gekisou Sentai Carranger is available for streaming on the Shout! Factory TV website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch Gekisou Sentai Carranger on demand at Amazon Prime and Tubi TV.
  • Premiere Date
    March 1, 1996
  • IMDB Rating
    6.6  (182)