Moira
main character
OVA
3.8
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Anime DetailsFINISHED
- Format
- OVA
- Episodes
- 1
- Episode length
- 45 min
- Total watch time
- 45 minutes
- Status
- Finished
- Aired
- September 10, 1986
- Season
- Fall 1986
- Source
- Original story
- Director
- Hisashi Sugai
- Music
- Osamu Shouji
- Age rating
- R — Mild Nudity
- Country
- Japan
- AniList score
- 38/100
Estimated watch time
0h 45m
⚡ 1 days at 5 eps/day
Tags & Tropes
Space79%Aliens79%Super Power79%Cosmic Horror66%Survival60%Female Protagonist60%Male Protagonist60%Primarily Adult Cast50%Primarily Male Cast40%Nudity20%
overview details
Synopsis
When a research crew in deep space discovers the desolate ship "Green Planet" that warps into their area, they encounter Buzz, the commander and sole surivor of the ship. Being too incapacitated to make them aware of the situation of his ship, the research team will soon discover that they have found something far, far worse... (Source: BakaBT)
Should you watch Roots Search?
Roots Search has been poorly received, with an average AniList score of 38/100 — 8% of 676 ratings are 8/10 or higher.
Of the 938 AniList users who started it, 3.2% dropped it, so it is rarely abandoned; 845 have finished it.
At about 45 minutes in total, it is a short commitment — a weekend binge.
Best for viewers who enjoy Horror, Sci-Fi — especially space, aliens, super power, cosmic horror.
Where to Watch Officially
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Main cast & voice actors
Creators & key staff
- Director
- Hisashi Sugai
- Character design
- Sanae Chikanaga
- Music
- Osamu Shouji
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Roots Search FAQ
How many episodes does Roots Search have?
Roots Search has 1 episodes of about 45 minutes each, roughly 45 minutes in total.
Is Roots Search finished?
Yes. Roots Search has finished airing — the final episode aired September 10, 1986.
Is there a season 2 of Roots Search?
No sequel is listed for Roots Search as of October 2026.
Is Roots Search based on a manga?
No. Roots Search is an original anime story, not adapted from a manga or novel.