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After the Interstellar Alliance established peace among most of the planets in the universe, they created the Cosmo Academy. The academy is renowned as the most elite school in existence, with its graduates guaranteed virtually any job they desire. However, one can only become a student if they pass the entrance examinations held every three years, making the competition for admission extremely fierce. Lane Tadatos is a Terran who has managed to reach the final stage of examinations.
Placed in a group of 10, he is sent to the Esperanza—a ship stranded in orbit.
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Why are there eleven people if the Cosmo Academy test only allows ten teams?
The central mystery of "They Were Eleven" revolves around the fact that the cadets arrive at their test site and discover an eleventh person among them when only ten were assigned. The group must figure out who the imposter is before the mysterious invader sabotages their final exam or kills them.
Is the "They Were Eleven" anime a movie or an OVA?
"They Were Eleven" was originally released as a feature-length anime film in 1986, directed by Satoshi Dezaki. It is adapted from a highly acclaimed 1975 shoujo science fiction manga created by Moto Hagio.
What is the survival test in the Cosmo Academy?
The test requires the team of cadets to survive 53 days aboard a drifting spaceship without any outside contact or intervention. They must maintain the ship's failing life support systems and navigate deadly environmental hazards while dealing with severe paranoia induced by the eleventh person.
Where can I watch the "They Were Eleven" anime legally?
Because it is a vintage 1986 film, legal streaming options are highly limited, and physical media availability depends on the region. Discotek Media acquired the North American licensing rights for "They Were Eleven," releasing it on a dedicated DVD format for Western audiences.
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