Explosive Run! Tomica Hero Grand Prix

The Tomica Hero Grand Prix pits the five Rescue Force members against each other in a short, turbocharged race to claim the title of 'Fastest in Rescue Force.' What starts as friendly rivalry quickly turns dangerous when Neo Thera interferes with the competitors, tampering with vehicles and creating sudden obstacles on the track. With speeds rising and trust fraying, the team balances competitiveness with their duty to protect civilians, while the tension builds toward a nail biting photo finish. This brief film showcases high speed action, clever vehicle work, and close calls, all presented as a prelude to the feature Tomica Hero: Rescue Force Explosive Movie: Rescue the Mach Train! without resolving the larger franchise stakes. It stays quick, fun.

Released in 2008, the short was created by Kei Era and features Kenta Izuka, Seigo Noguchi, Haruno, Emi Hasegawa, and Yu Hayami. It screened before Tomica Hero: Rescue Force Explosive Movie, serving as a promotional lead in theatrical runs nationwide.

As a short attached to the main feature, it didn't have a separate box office and isn't tracked with standalone grosses. Its exposure came through screenings paired with the feature, so impact ties to the main release and later home media.

Among fans of the Tomica Hero franchise, the Grand Prix short is remembered for its concentrated racing sequences and stunt model work. Clips and stills were used in promotional materials, and the fast, competitive setup is often actively referenced by collectors and fan forums discussing the Rescue Force team's dynamics.

Audience reaction has been positive in niche circles, reflected in the 8.0 user score on one site, with particular praise for tight pacing and stock car style spectacle. The short highlights themes of team loyalty, fair competition, and technological skill, delivering quick thrills while reinforcing the Rescue Force characters' teamwork.