Astro Boy (1980)
Set in a future where machines have advanced to the point of autonomy and become a point of major contention in the political and social realms, Astro Boy (1980) chronicles the struggles of a crime-fighting young robot named Atom. Created in the image of his enigmatic inventor's deceased son, Atom survives rough beginnings, getting saved and adopted by the benevolent Dr. Ochanomizu. In his pursuit of justice, Atom finds himself in the midst of numerous clashes with various factions, and is often faced with the harsh realities of the world. [Written by MAL Rewrite]
Production
Tezuka Productions
Producers
Nippon Television Network,
Astro Boy (1980)
Set in a future where machines have advanced to the point of autonomy and become a point of major contention in the political and social realms, Astro Boy (1980) chronicles the struggles of a crime-fighting young robot named Atom. Created in the image of his enigmatic inventor's deceased son, Atom survives rough beginnings, getting saved and adopted by the benevolent Dr. Ochanomizu. In his pursuit of justice, Atom finds himself in the midst of numerous clashes with various factions, and is often faced with the harsh realities of the world. [Written by MAL Rewrite]
Anime Information
Genres, Themes & Demographics
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Demographics:
Related Anime
Prequel
Side Story
Alternative Version
Broadcast Information
Broadcast: Wednesdays at 19:00 (JST)
Season: fall
Theme Songs
Opening Theme:
"Tetsuwan Atom (鉄腕アトム)" by Atoms (アトムズ)
Ending Themes:
1: "Mirai ni Mukatte: New Tetsuwan Atom (未来に向かって~ニュー鉄腕アトム~)" by ANKH (eps 1-13,15-29,31-44,46-52)
2: "Uran no Theme (ウランのテーマ)" by Urans (ウランズ) (eps 14,30,45)