Superbook
Series Overview
Superbook, also known as Animated Parent and Child Theatre, is an anime television series initially produced by Tatsunoko Productions in Japan in conjunction with the Christian Broadcasting Network in the United States and more recently solely produced by CBN for global distribution and broadcast. The series chronicled the events of the Bible's Old and New Testaments in its 52 episode run. The first 26 episodes aired from October 1, 1981 to March 29, 1982. The series returned as Superbook II with 26 episodes to air from April 4, 1983 to September 26, 1983. Between both series in the first run was the companion series The Flying House. The Christian Broadcasting Network is currently producing a new Superbook series and has released fourteen episodes.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
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2 Seasons • 52 Episodes
25 min per episode
1981 – 1983
Premiered: Thu, Oct 1, 1981
Creative Production Team
Latest Aired Episode
Season 2, Episode 26: “A Matter Of Time”
The children find themselves in a country about to be invaded by the might Assyrian army. However, God intervenes and destroys the Assyrians. The children then return to the 20th Century.
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Superbook ED 1 Japanese version
Type: Opening Credits • Published 2015-09-15
Cast & Creators
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Masako Sugaya
Sho Asuka
Katsue Miwa
Azusa Yamato
Hiroshi Masuoka
Zenmai Jikake
Fumio Matsuoka
Professor Asuka
Runa Akiyama
Yuu Asuka
Eiji Maruyama
God
Masako Sugaya
Tottori Ryo
Asami Mukaidono
Sho Asuka
Takako Tsutsui
Azusa Yamato
Koji Totani
Time Book
Chiyoko Kawashima
Eve
Chiyoko Kawashima
Rebecca
Kohei Miyauchi
Abraham
Minoru Yada
Noah
Yoku Shioya
Adam
Yoku Shioya
Jacob
Yoshiko Matsuo
Isaac
Peter Fernandez
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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TV-G: General Audience — Suitable for all ages.
International Certification Matrix
General Audience — Suitable for all ages.
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Superbook
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What is Superbook about?
Superbook, also known as Animated Parent and Child Theatre, is an anime television series initially produced by Tatsunoko Productions in Japan in conjunction with the Christian Broadcasting Network in the United States and more recently solely produced by CBN for global distribution and broadcast. The series chronicled the events of the Bible's Old and New Testaments in its 52 episode run. The first 26 episodes aired from October 1, 1981 to March 29, 1982. The series returned as Superbook II with 26 episodes to air from April 4, 1983 to September 26, 1983. Between both series in the first run was the companion series The Flying House. The Christian Broadcasting Network is currently producing a new Superbook series and has released fourteen episodes.
How many seasons does Superbook have?
Superbook comprises 2 seasons available to explore.
Who stars in Superbook?
Key cast members in Superbook include Masako Sugaya, Katsue Miwa, Hiroshi Masuoka, Fumio Matsuoka, Runa Akiyama.
Who created or directed Superbook?
Superbook was developed and directed by Not specified.