“Mobile Suit Gundam: Char’s Counterattack” (機動戦士ガンダム 逆襲のシャア), Original Japanese Movie Poster 1988, B2 Size (51 × 73 cm) B158
This is an original Japanese B2 theatrical poster printed in 1988 for the first release of Mobile Suit Gundam: Char’s Counterattack (Kidō Senshi Gundam: Gyakushū no Shā), the landmark anime feature written and directed by Yoshiyuki Tomino.
Released as the climactic theatrical chapter of the Universal Century Gundam saga, Char’s Counterattack brings the legendary rivalry between Amuro Ray and Char Aznable to its definitive conclusion. The film features the voice talents of Tōru Furuya, Shūichi Ikeda, Hirotaka Suzuoki, Maria Kawamura, and Keiko Han, and remains one of the most important and enduring titles in the entire Gundam franchise.
Film background
By 1988, Gundam had already transformed Japanese science-fiction animation, but Char’s Counterattack elevated the series further by giving its two most iconic characters a full-scale cinematic finale. Adapted from Tomino’s novel Beltorchika’s Children in spirit, the film combines large-scale mecha action with the political and philosophical depth that made Gundam so influential.
For collectors, this is a key title not only because of the film’s importance, but because original first-release posters for major 1980s anime features have become increasingly sought after. Among Gundam titles, Char’s Counterattack stands near the top in both historical importance and visual appeal.
Poster design
This is a superb and highly dramatic design. The composition is dominated by the immense head of the ν Gundam, looming almost icon-like over the scene, with the green-eyed machine rendered in striking detail. Below, the film’s major human characters appear in portrait form, including Amuro Ray and Char Aznable, while battle scenes, mobile suits, and flashes of energy radiate across the centre of the image.
Compared with more action-driven Gundam posters, this design has a more epic, operatic quality. It balances character drama and mecha spectacle beautifully, making it especially appealing to collectors who want a poster that captures both the emotional and visual identity of the film. The large red “GUNDAM” title across the lower half gives the piece exceptional wall presence.
Collectibility
Original Japanese posters for Char’s Counterattack are highly collectible, particularly in clean B2 format. As the film represents the final canonical showdown between Amuro and Char, it has remained a cornerstone title for serious Gundam collectors for decades. This design is especially desirable for its classic late-1980s anime illustration style and its strong, balanced composition.
Condition
Very Good / Excellent. Please review the photos—they show the exact poster for sale.
Authenticity
This is an original 1988 Japanese theatrical poster, not a reproduction or later reprint.
Certificate of Authenticity included.
It is over 38 years old!
