Anime Overview
Astro Boy (1980)
In a near future world where robots have gained increasing independence, Tetsuwan Atom follows the adventures of Atom, a childlike robot who acts as both protector and symbol in a conflicted society. Built to resemble a lost child, he is taken under the care of Dr. Ochanomizu, whose guidance shapes Atom’s moral compass and sense of purpose. As Atom confront…
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Related Anime
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Atom: The Beginning
Prequel | 2017
Astro Boy
Alternative Version | 1963
Astro Boy (2003)
Alternative Version | 2003
Go Astro Boy Go!
Alternative Version | 2019
Robot Atom
Alternative Version
Staff
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Ishiguro, Noboru
Director
Murano, Moribi
Storyboard, Screenplay
Yamakawa, Norio
Producer
Yamamoto, Satoru
Producer
Yamamoto, Satoshi
Producer
Saegusa, Shigeaki
Music
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Episode 12: Damdam's Neck
Aired Dec 17, 1980
Episode 11: Rag the Robot President
Aired Dec 10, 1980
Episode 10: The Vehicle, White Planet
Aired Dec 3, 1980
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Astro Boy (1980) episode guide
51 tracked episodes
Astro Boy (1980) characters
6 featured characters
Astro Boy (1980) staff
6 featured staff credits
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