{"id":349519,"date":"2023-08-09T21:59:31","date_gmt":"2023-08-10T02:59:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/needmoretv.com\/shows-like-ultraman-nexus-2004\/"},"modified":"2024-03-02T17:29:54","modified_gmt":"2024-03-02T23:29:54","slug":"shows-like-ultraman-nexus-2004","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/needmoretv.com\/shows-like-ultraman-nexus-2004\/","title":{"rendered":"Shows Like Ultraman Nexus (2004)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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8.5 \/ 10<\/strong> (based on 373 reviews)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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The 18th show in Tsuburaya Productions’ ULTRA series. Komon Kazuki is the latest member of TLT, a secret organization that destroy the invading “space beasts”.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

Genre:<\/strong> Action, Adventure, Drama, Mystery, Sci-Fi, Thriller<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

Main Cast:<\/strong> Takuji Kawakubo, Yasue Sat\u00f4, Tamotsu Ishibashi, Masami Horiuchi
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1 season, 37 episodes, 24-minute runtime<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Urutoraman Zetto (2020)<\/h3>\n \n
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7.8 \/ 10<\/strong> (based on 258 reviews)<\/p>\n <\/div>\n \n\n \n

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The newest Ultra Hero is Ultraman Zett, the disciple of Ultraman Zero, who is now celebrating his tenth anniversary. An admirer of Zero, Zett worked hard to become a member of the “Inter Galactic Defense Force.” With a passion inherited from his teacher Zero, Zett is an Ultraman who always looks forward and forges ahead.<\/p>\n \n\n \n

Genre:<\/strong> Action, Adventure, Comedy, Drama, Fantasy, Sci-Fi<\/p>\n \n\n \n

Main Cast:<\/strong> Koshu Hirano, Rima Matsuda, Hikari Kuroki, Takaya Aoyagi
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1 season, 26 episodes, 25.0-minute runtime<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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Urutoraman \u00d4bu (2016)<\/h3>\n \n
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8.1 \/ 10<\/strong> (based on 202 reviews)<\/p>\n <\/div>\n \n\n \n

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Ultraman Orb, a warrior of light, battles monsters and aliens threatening Earth.<\/p>\n \n\n \n

Genre:<\/strong> Action, Adventure, Comedy, Drama, Fantasy, Sci-Fi<\/p>\n \n\n \n

Main Cast:<\/strong> Hideo Ishiguro, Miyabi Matsuura, Naoto Takahashi, Hiroaki Nerio
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1 season, 26 episodes, 25.0-minute runtime<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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Ultraman X (2015)<\/h3>\n \n
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7.6 \/ 10<\/strong> (based on 158 reviews)<\/p>\n <\/div>\n \n\n \n

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A solar flare has awakened Spark Dolls from the depths of the earth and the ocean. Fifteen years later, Daichi Ozora transforms into Ultraman X to battle threats from both aliens and monsters.<\/p>\n \n\n \n

Genre:<\/strong> Action, Adventure, Comedy, Drama, Fantasy, Sci-Fi<\/p>\n \n\n \n

Main Cast:<\/strong> Kensuke Takahashi, Akane Sakanoue, Yoshihiko Hosoda, Uky\u00f4 Matsumoto
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1 season, 24 episodes, 30.0-minute runtime<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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Ultraman R\u00fbbu (2018)<\/h3>\n \n
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7.5 \/ 10<\/strong> (based on 119 reviews)<\/p>\n <\/div>\n \n\n \n

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When two brothers with clashing personalities obtain incredible powers, they focus on overcoming their differences to defend Earth as a superhero team.<\/p>\n \n\n \n

Genre:<\/strong> Action, Adventure, Comedy, Drama, Fantasy, Sci-Fi<\/p>\n \n\n \n

Main Cast:<\/strong> Yuya Hirata, Ryosuke Koike, Arisa Sonohara, Ginnoj\u00f4 Yamazaki
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1 season, 25 episodes, 25.0-minute runtime<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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Urutoraman Taiga (2019)<\/h3>\n \n
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7.7 \/ 10<\/strong> (based on 96 reviews)<\/p>\n <\/div>\n \n\n \n

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Aliens have been emigrating to Earth secretly, but only a handful knows about this truth. Living in such a society, Hiroyuki Kudo begins working at a private security organization E.G.I.S. The organization takes care of cases related with aliens, and Hiroyuki works day and night to protect peace.<\/p>\n \n\n \n

Genre:<\/strong> Action, Adventure, Comedy, Drama, Fantasy, Sci-Fi<\/p>\n \n\n \n

Main Cast:<\/strong> Yuki Inoue, Ayuri Yoshinaga, Ry\u00f4tar\u00f4, Kou Nanase
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1 season, 26 episodes, 25.0-minute runtime<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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7.9 \/ 10<\/strong> (based on 874 reviews)<\/p>\n <\/div>\n \n\n \n

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A human member of a defense force is given the life and ability to change into a giant super-hero to battle the monsters that wreaks havoc on Earth.<\/p>\n \n\n \n

Genre:<\/strong> Action, Adventure, Comedy, Drama, Sci-Fi, Thriller<\/p>\n \n\n \n

Main Cast:<\/strong> Susumu Kurobe, Sanday\u00fb Dokumamushi, Masaya Nihei, Bin Furuya
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1 season, 40 episodes, 30.0-minute runtime<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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Ultraman J\u00eedo (2017)<\/h3>\n \n
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7.8 \/ 10<\/strong> (based on 155 reviews)<\/p>\n <\/div>\n \n\n \n

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After escaping from the raid of giant monster Skull Gomora, Riku Asakura and his partner Pega stumbled upon a secret base lied 500 m underground. Given the Geed Riser and Ultra Capsules by operating system Rem, he transforms into Ultraman Geed and becomes a hero that his childhood inspired.<\/p>\n \n\n \n

Genre:<\/strong> Action, Adventure, Comedy, Drama, Fantasy, Sci-Fi<\/p>\n \n\n \n

Main Cast:<\/strong> Tatsuomi Hamada, Chihiro Yamamoto, Megumi Han, Y\u00fbta Ozawa
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1 season, 26 episodes, 25.0-minute runtime<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n

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In the world of television, especially when it comes to the realm of tokusatsu (special effects) series, there’s a treasure trove of shows that have left an indelible mark on pop culture. Among these, the Ultraman series stands tall, a franchise that has captivated audiences for decades with its unique blend of monster-fighting heroes and intricate storytelling. Within this storied lineage, “Ultraman Nexus” (2004) emerges as a noteworthy entry, diverging from its predecessors in tone, narrative depth, and character development. Let’s take a closer look at what sets Ultraman Nexus apart and why it remains a significant piece of the Ultraman saga.<\/p>\n

The Premise<\/h2>\n

At its core, Ultraman Nexus adopts the familiar premise of the Ultraman series: a giant hero battles monstrous creatures (known as Space Beasts) to protect Earth. However, Nexus takes a darker, more mature approach to this formula. The show is set in a world where the existence of these monsters is kept secret from the public by an organization called TLT (Terrestrial Liberation Trust). This secrecy adds a layer of intrigue and complexity to the narrative, as characters navigate the challenges of fighting an unseen war while dealing with personal demons and ethical dilemmas.<\/p>\n

Characters and Development<\/h2>\n

One of the standout features of Ultraman Nexus is its focus on character development. Unlike many tokusatsu series where characters can sometimes feel one-dimensional, Nexus invests deeply in its cast, making their journeys and growth central to the story.<\/p>\n

Komon Kazuki<\/h3>\n

The protagonist, Komon Kazuki, is a young recruit to the Night Raiders (a special team within TLT tasked with combating the Space Beasts). Unlike traditional heroes who are chosen because of their exceptional skills or lineage, Komon is an everyman, relatable in his fears and uncertainties. His growth from a naive recruit to a seasoned fighter, and eventually becoming the host for Ultraman Nexus, is a compelling narrative arc that offers a fresh take on the hero’s journey.<\/p>\n

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