Space Sweepers features Bubs, a robot who identifies as female and openly expresses a desire for gender transition surgery. The film portrays this aspiration respectfully, with other characters accepting and supporting Bubs's goal without judgment or ridicule, thus affirming her identity.

Space Sweepers features Bubs, a robot character who openly expresses the desire to undergo gender reassignment surgery to become a woman. This aspiration is treated with dignity and respect throughout the narrative, serving as a key motivator for Bubs' actions and character arc. The film concludes with Bubs achieving this goal, presenting an affirming portrayal of gender transition as a valid and celebrated personal journey.