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The Jungle Book: The Adventures of Mowgli

Series Overview

Jungle Book Shōnen Mowgli is an anime adaptation of Rudyard Kipling's original collection of stories, The Jungle Book. It aired in 1989, and consists of a total of 52 episodes. The series, a compromise between the original Mowgli stories and the Walt Disney version, received international acclaim and was aired in different countries around the world.

Broadcast Schedule & Network Information

Airing status, episode counts, upcoming schedule, and network syndication.

EndedScripted
Original Network
TV Tokyo
Episodes & Seasons

1 Season • 52 Episodes

24 min per episode

Air Date Window

1989 – 1990

Premiered: Mon, Oct 2, 1989

Created By
Kimio YabukiKimio Yabuki

Latest Aired Episode

Aired: Mon, Oct 29, 1990

Season 1, Episode 52: “A Word to Mowgli”

Mowgli decides to leave the jungle, but before going to live in the village with Jumeirah and her family, he bids farewell to all his animal friends, except Bagheera, who will accompany him

Seasons & Episodes Breakdown

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Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Fumio Kurokawa

Department Leadership Roster

Fumio Kurokawa

Fumio Kurokawa

Director

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: 6

6: FSK 6 — Restricted to viewers aged 6 and older.

International Certification Matrix

Germany (FSK)6

FSK 6 — Restricted to viewers aged 6 and older.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Jungle Book: The Adventures of Mowgli

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What is The Jungle Book: The Adventures of Mowgli about?

Jungle Book Shōnen Mowgli is an anime adaptation of Rudyard Kipling's original collection of stories, The Jungle Book. It aired in 1989, and consists of a total of 52 episodes. The series, a compromise between the original Mowgli stories and the Walt Disney version, received international acclaim and was aired in different countries around the world.

How many seasons does The Jungle Book: The Adventures of Mowgli have?

The Jungle Book: The Adventures of Mowgli comprises 1 season available to explore.

Who stars in The Jungle Book: The Adventures of Mowgli?

Key cast members in The Jungle Book: The Adventures of Mowgli include Urara Takano, Yoko Matsuoka, Banjo Ginga, Hiroya Ishimaru, Mari Yokoo.

Who created or directed The Jungle Book: The Adventures of Mowgli?

The Jungle Book: The Adventures of Mowgli was developed and directed by Fumio Kurokawa.