Ryu the Primitive Boy
Series Overview
When Ryuu is born his tribe tries to sacrifice him to a Tyrannosaurus named Shirano because of the color of his skin. He is however saved by a monkey who raises him as her own son. Meanwhile Ryuu's mother has left the tribe and is out on a quest to find Ryuu. 16 years later Ryuu meets a girl named Ran who was sold to the tribe Ryuu originaly came from. The tribe is not happy to see Ryuu alive and tries to sacrifice him again, this time by burning him alive. Before they can get the deed done the tribe is massacred along with Ryuu's adoptive mother by Shirano. Ryuu then sets out on a quest together with Ran to find his mother and Ran's brother Don.
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1 Season • 22 Episodes
25 min per episode
1971 – 1972
Premiered: Sat, Oct 30, 1971
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Latest Aired Episode
Season 1, Episode 22: “Towards Tomorrow”
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Cast & Creators
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Masayuki Akehi
Takeo Watanabe
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What is Ryu the Primitive Boy about?
When Ryuu is born his tribe tries to sacrifice him to a Tyrannosaurus named Shirano because of the color of his skin. He is however saved by a monkey who raises him as her own son. Meanwhile Ryuu's mother has left the tribe and is out on a quest to find Ryuu. 16 years later Ryuu meets a girl named Ran who was sold to the tribe Ryuu originaly came from. The tribe is not happy to see Ryuu alive and tries to sacrifice him again, this time by burning him alive. Before they can get the deed done the tribe is massacred along with Ryuu's adoptive mother by Shirano. Ryuu then sets out on a quest together with Ran to find his mother and Ran's brother Don.
How many seasons does Ryu the Primitive Boy have?
Ryu the Primitive Boy comprises 1 season available to explore.
Who stars in Ryu the Primitive Boy?
Key cast members in Ryu the Primitive Boy include Makio Inoue, Eken Mine, Gorō Naya.
Who created or directed Ryu the Primitive Boy?
Ryu the Primitive Boy was developed and directed by Masayuki Akehi.