Patlabor is the main franchise title for the series commonly known as Kidou Keisatsu Patlabor. It follows a near-future world where special police units use giant robots called Labors to handle crimes and incidents involving them. The franchise includes multiple TV series, OVAs, and theatrical films, with distinct story versions and continuities. The title is usually matched under the broader Patlabor name rather than the specific movie subtitle, making it the best master title for identifying the series across variants.