Astro Boy (1980)
鉄腕アトム
Astro Boy (1980) is a tv anime with 52 listed episodes from Tezuka Productions. Use this page for synopsis, release timing, trailer links, score history, and internal links to its season and genres.
Synopsis
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]
At a Glance
Type and status
TV · Completed
Season
Fall 1980
Primary studio
Tezuka Productions
Episodes
52
Background
The original Japanese version of the series ran for 52 episodes while the English version ran for a reduced 51 episodes, as the first two episodes were combined into one, resulting in the omission of the entire backstory of the main antagonist. This creates issues when the antagonist appears later in the series, and the anime refers back to the events which were cut. (Source: Astro Boy Wiki and Wikipedia)
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What is Astro Boy (1980) about?
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
How many episodes does Astro Boy (1980) have?
Astro Boy (1980) currently lists 52 episodes.
Who worked on Astro Boy (1980) and when did it air?
Astro Boy (1980) is associated with Tezuka Productions and aired Oct 1, 1980 to Dec 23, 1981.