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Macross Frontier and Delta Launch in the UK Exclusively, US Fans Left Waiting

Published July 11, 2024

Following March's announcement, the Macross franchise has made a significant leap forward internationally by debuting its series Macross Frontier and Delta on streaming platforms exclusively in the UK. Despite the considerable fanbase in the United States, these additions currently skirt around an American release. This development marks a notable reverse in the trend where U.S. markets are typically among the first to receive Japanese media exports.

Macross Frontier: A Voyage From 2008

Macross Frontier, which premiered in 2008, brought a revitalization to the venerable Macross franchise. The narrative, which intertwines mecha action with space opera elements and a captivating musical score, propelled the series to mainstream success. It spawned several movies that expanded on the story and allowed the franchise to flourish.

Macross Delta: Continuing the Legacy

The directly successive series, Macross Delta, kept up the momentum, although it garnered a somewhat polarized reception. Released in 2016, Delta built upon the franchise's rich lore, weaving all-new characters and plotlines into its established universe. As of now, this series, along with Frontier, enjoys its debut on UK streaming channels, offering a fresh avenue for British fans to indulge in the anime phenomenon.

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