Following a galaxy‑wide conflict at the dawn of the 21st century, Earth was left devastated and its biosphere largely obliterated. With survival on the planet impossible, humanity was compelled to relocate to other worlds where conditions might be more hospitable.
The Deep Galactic Trade Organization, a despotic regime that governs many of the newly settled planets, has declared music to be an evil force and resolved to eradicate it entirely. A new idol collective called AKB0048 was quickly assembled from the original AKB48 members who once inhabited Earth. Though their songs are now outlawed worldwide, they vow to revive the art by journeying from planet to planet and staging as many shows as possible. They must train with an entirely new regimen to reach peak performance while constantly evading arrest for their melodies. Follow the interstellar pop stars of AKB0048 as they fight to restore harmony through music! Their clandestine concerts become legendary across the star‑spanning network, drawing crowds that risk everything to witness the forbidden sound. Despite the Organization"s relentless pursuit, AKB0048's defiant performances inspire hope and awaken a quiet rebellion among the colonists. Their music echoes through the void, reminding everyone that freedom still exists.
Satelight Japan