Tetsuwan Atom (1980)

Tetsuwan Atom (1980), Astro Boy, Astroboy, 鉄腕アトム, Astro Boy (1980), Astro Le Petit Robot

Episodes: 52 / 52

Type: TV

Plot Summary: 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.

Genre: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi, Shounen

Studios: Tezuka Productions

Producers: Nippon Television Network

Licensors: Discotek Media, Manga Entertainment

Type: TV

Released: Oct 1, 1980 to Dec 23, 1981

Country: Japan

Status: Finished

Tags: #Robots, #Episodic, #Artificial Intelligence, #Shounen, #Tragedy, #Aliens, #Primarily Male Cast, #Male Protagonist, #School