Set in 1889, this high-seas adventure follows Nadia, a young circus performer with a mysterious past, and Jean, a brilliant boy inventor, as they flee from a trio of jewel thieves. Their journey quickly escalates into a global conflict involving the high-tech submarine Nautilus, its enigmatic Captain Nemo, and the sinister Neo-Atlantean forces seeking world domination. Inspired by the works of Jules Verne, Nadia: The Secret of Blue Water combines historical sci-fi, breathtaking exploration, and a coming-of-age story that defined an era of anime. Notable Staff & Voice Talent Director: Hideaki Anno (Neon Genesis Evangelion, Gunbuster) Studio: Gainax (FLCL, Gurren Lagann) / Group TAC Cast: Meg Bauman as Nadia Nathan Parsons as Jean Japanese Title: ふしぎの海のナディア (Fushigi no Umi no Nadia)Runtime: 90 minutesAnime Release Year: 1990 (North American VHS Release: 1992-1993)Rating: TV-PG (Sci-fi violence, mild language, and thematic elements)Region: NTSC (English Dubbed / Subtitled)Genre: Adventure, Steampunk, Sci-FiThemes: The ethics of technology, environmentalism, the weight of legacy, and the discovery of one's origins. Media assumed VG+ or better unless otherwise noted.