Astro Boy
Series Overview
In the year 2000, Dr. Boyton creates a super-robot in his deceased son's image. He calls the robot Astro Boy. Astro Boy can swim oceans, leap over mountains, even fly into space on his own power. However, Astro Boy can't replace his son. Dr. Boyton becomes dissatisfied with the boy robot and disowns him. Astro Boy is befriended by Dr. Packadermus J. Elefun of the Institute of Science, who guides him through his adventures. Endowed with super strength, rocket-powered flight, a selfless heart and a kind demeanor, Astro Boy fights a never-ending crusade against the forces of evil!
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
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1 Season • 193 Episodes
30 min per episode
1963 – 1966
Premiered: Tue, Jan 1, 1963
Creative Production Team
Latest Aired Episode
Season 1, Episode 193: “The Greatest Adventure on Earth”
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Astro Boy (1963) TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2008-02-14
Cast & Creators
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Mari Shimizu
Atom
Kazue Tagami
Atom (voice)
Youko Mizugaki
Uran
Akihiko Mitsueda
Atlas
Seizo Kato
Skank (voice)
Shingo Kanemoto
Detective Tawashi
Kiyoshi Komiyama
Cobalt
Masaaki Yajima
Higeoyaji (Shunsaku Ban)
Hisashi Yokomori
Tenma Hakase
Shinpei Sakamoto
Detective Nakamura
Iemasa Kayumi
Skunk
Kei Taguchi
Lamp
Hisashi Katsuta
Ochanomizu Hakase
Kazuo Kumakura
Higeoyaji (Shunsaku Ban)
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Osamu Tezuka
Osamu Tezuka
Tatsuo Takai
Department Leadership Roster
Tatsuo Takai
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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TV-PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — Contains material parents may find unsuitable for younger children.
International Certification Matrix
General — Suitable for all audiences.
Parental Guidance Suggested — Contains material parents may find unsuitable for younger children.
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Astro Boy
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What is Astro Boy about?
In the year 2000, Dr. Boyton creates a super-robot in his deceased son's image. He calls the robot Astro Boy. Astro Boy can swim oceans, leap over mountains, even fly into space on his own power. However, Astro Boy can't replace his son. Dr. Boyton becomes dissatisfied with the boy robot and disowns him. Astro Boy is befriended by Dr. Packadermus J. Elefun of the Institute of Science, who guides him through his adventures. Endowed with super strength, rocket-powered flight, a selfless heart and a kind demeanor, Astro Boy fights a never-ending crusade against the forces of evil!
How many seasons does Astro Boy have?
Astro Boy comprises 1 season available to explore.
Who stars in Astro Boy?
Key cast members in Astro Boy include Mari Shimizu, Kazue Tagami, Youko Mizugaki, Akihiko Mitsueda, Seizo Kato.
Who created or directed Astro Boy?
Astro Boy was developed and directed by Osamu Tezuka.