Saber Rider and the Star Sheriffs, Volume 1 (2-DVD)

From the creators of Voltron comes Saber Rider and the Star Sheriffs ! Saber Rider and the Star Sheriffs was a 1980s animated space western following a theme similar to The Galaxy Rangers and Bravestarr. Originally a 1984 Japanese anime series known as Star Musketeer Bismarck created by Studio Pierrot. The series is set in the future, when humankind has reached the stars. There are many outposts and settlement worlds in the galaxy with Old West influenced names. There are also outlaws, bounty hunters... and sheriffs. Saber Rider is the leader of the Star Sheriffs. The Star Sheriffs are the special operatives of Cavalry Command, their main assignment is to protect the Galaxy from the growing threat of the Outriders. Due to the escalating menace of the Outriders, the Cavalry Command is forced to create RA MROD (voiced by Peter Cullen who voiced "Optimus Prime" in the 80s cartoon series "Transformers"), designed and constructed by Commander Eagle, and his daughter, April. RA MROD can transform from an airborne battleship into a giant robot. When RA MROD undergoes the "Challenge Phase" transformation it calls out its rallying cry in a heavy Western drawl, "Head ‘em up, move ‘em out. Power stride and ready to ride!" Volume One consists of episodes 1-17 from the hit TV series, as well as Saber Rider commercials and production art. Don't miss the chance to add an exclusive piece of animation history to your collection.