Ultraman 60
Happy 60th birthday to the tokusatsu fantasy series created by Godzilla special effects maestro Eiji Tsuburaya - Ultraman
I knew nothing about Ultraman but when I first watched the first episode on YouTube with English subtitles I was blown away & I've been watching other Ultraman shows in my spare time ever since
While Ultraman may be the first it's actually a follow up to the early 1966 title Ultra Q
While the first episode was programmed in Japan on July 18 1966 Ultraman debuted in a special stage play till it was re edited as an episode The Birth of Ultraman on July 10 1966
Shin Hayata was about to lose his life when he accidentally got hit by a red orb that was chasing a blue orb Hayata gave his life to a red & silver ailen from the plant M78 Nebula & uses a beta capsule to transform into a giant red & silver alien to take on giant monsters as Ultraman
Before being followed by Ultraseven from 1967 Ultraman became a phenomenon & since Eiji Tsuburaya passed away on January 25 1970 the Ultraman franchise has been expanded with more entries toys movies & video games
& due to its popularity especially when game designers like Hideo Kojima post a lot of Ultraman content on social media & anime & film makers like Hideaki Anno & Guillermo del Toro it inspires a lot of studios to make their own tokusatsu shows on tv including a mangaka who created a lot of toku shows on Toei including Kamen Rider & Himitsu Sentai Gorenger - Shotaro Ishinomori
Plus the team at Tsuburaya made lots of non Ultraman shows like Mirrorman & Gridman
So thank you so much Ultraman
Here's to the next 40 years (not sure how long I'll live)
Thank you so much for your support
Who's your favourite Ultraman? Mine's Ultraman Tiga from 1996 😊
& happy Ultraman Day 💥
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As a long-time fan who recently discovered Ultraman through its English-subtitled episodes on YouTube, I've been amazed at how this iconic series has influenced so much of sci-fi and pop culture over the past six decades. Ultraman’s unique blend of science fiction, monster battles, and human drama makes it a timeless classic. From the original red and silver hero Shin Hayata embodies, who uses the beta capsule to transform and protect Earth, to later entries like Ultraman Tiga from 1996, each series offers something new while respecting the legacy. One fascinating aspect of Ultraman's history is its connection to Ultra Q, the 1966 title that preceded Ultraman, showing how the franchise evolved over time. The first episode's original stage play format, later edited into "The Birth of Ultraman," provides a glimpse into the creativity behind the scenes by special effects master Eiji Tsuburaya, whose work set new standards in tokusatsu productions. The influence of Ultraman extends well beyond the original series itself. Creators like Hideo Kojima and filmmakers such as Hideaki Anno and Guillermo del Toro have celebrated Ultraman’s impact on their own work, highlighting its role in inspiring a whole genre of tokusatsu and superhero storytelling. Additionally, the Tsuburaya Productions team also contributed to other shows like Mirrorman and Gridman, expanding the universe of giant heroes and monsters. What I particularly enjoy is hearing from fellow fans about their favorite Ultraman characters and series. While Ultraman Tiga holds a special place in my heart for its 1990s revival of the franchise, others appreciate the classic Ultraseven series or the newer adaptations. This diversity shows the franchise's ability to connect with multiple generations. Celebrating Ultraman's 60th anniversary is not just about reminiscing on the past; it’s about looking forward to the future of tokusatsu and giant hero stories. Whether you grew up watching these shows or are just starting your Ultraman journey, the series offers a rich world of heroes, monsters, and thrilling stories that continue to captivate audiences worldwide. Here's to many more years of Ultraman adventures and to new fans joining in the excitement of this legendary tokusatsu icon.
