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Anime DetailsFINISHED
- Format
- OVA
- Episodes
- 3
- Episode length
- 24 min
- Total watch time
- 1 h 12 min
- Status
- Finished
- Aired
- May 22, 2026
- Season
- Spring 2026
- Source
- Original story
- Studio
- J.C.STAFF
- Director
- Yutaka Izubuchi
- Original creator
- HEADGEAR
- Music
- Kenji Kawai
- Country
- Japan
- AniList score
- 59/100
Estimated watch time
1h 12m
⚡ 1 days at 5 eps/day
Tags & Tropes
Police86%Real Robot80%Cyberpunk73%Crime73%Super Robot28%CGI20%Episodic20%Work20%Primarily Adult Cast20%Ensemble Cast20%
OVAFINISHED2026 SPRING5.9 / 10 AniList score
Kidou Keisatsu Patlabor EZY File 1
機動警察パトレイバー EZY File 1
Synopsis
With the rapidly accelerating development of hyper-technology, a humanoid-type machine called "Labor" is being used in every field of industry. However, it has created the new social menace of "Labor" crime. In order to curb such crimes from happening one after another, the Metropolitan Police Department has established a special department. the "Special Vehicle Section No.2". It consists of company of patrol "Labor" known as Patlabor. Note: - Initially released on May 15, 2026 as a limited theatrical pre-screening.
Should you watch Kidou Keisatsu Patlabor EZY File 1?
Kidou Keisatsu Patlabor EZY File 1 has been poorly received, with an average AniList score of 59/100 — 39% of 110 ratings are 8/10 or higher.
It ranks #4 highest-rated anime of 2026, and #1 most popular anime of 2026 on AniList.
Of the 411 AniList users who started it, 9.0% dropped it, so it is dropped at a typical rate; 158 have finished it.
At about 1 h 12 min in total, it is a short commitment — a weekend binge.
Best for viewers who enjoy Mecha — especially police, real robot, cyberpunk, crime.
Where to Watch Officially
A streaming link is not listed for this title yet.
Trailer
Watch on YouTubeMain cast & voice actors
Creators & key staff
- Original creator
- HEADGEAR
- Director
- Yutaka Izubuchi
- Series composition
- Kazunori Itou
- Character design
- Takamitsu Satou
- Music
- Kenji Kawai
Where it fits in the series
- Watch first: Mobile Police Patlabor: The New Files (1990)
- Watch next: Kidou Keisatsu Patlabor EZY File 2 (2026)
Related entries
Opening & ending themes
Openings (1)
- OP1“Reimei Compass” by Mori Calliope
Endings (1)
- ED1“Baton” by Mariko Nagai
Theme data from AnimeThemes.moe.
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Kidou Keisatsu Patlabor EZY File 1 FAQ
How many episodes does Kidou Keisatsu Patlabor EZY File 1 have?
Kidou Keisatsu Patlabor EZY File 1 has 3 episodes of about 24 minutes each, roughly 1 h 12 min in total.
Is Kidou Keisatsu Patlabor EZY File 1 finished?
Yes. Kidou Keisatsu Patlabor EZY File 1 has finished airing — the final episode aired May 22, 2026.
Is there a season 2 of Kidou Keisatsu Patlabor EZY File 1?
Yes — the story continues in Kidou Keisatsu Patlabor EZY File 2 (2026).
What should I watch before Kidou Keisatsu Patlabor EZY File 1?
Watch Mobile Police Patlabor: The New Files first — Kidou Keisatsu Patlabor EZY File 1 is a direct sequel.
Is Kidou Keisatsu Patlabor EZY File 1 based on a manga?
No. Kidou Keisatsu Patlabor EZY File 1 is an original anime story, not adapted from a manga or novel.
Who animated Kidou Keisatsu Patlabor EZY File 1?
Kidou Keisatsu Patlabor EZY File 1 was animated by J.C.STAFF and directed by Yutaka Izubuchi.
Who sings the opening of Kidou Keisatsu Patlabor EZY File 1?
The opening, "Reimei Compass", is performed by Mori Calliope.