Astro Boy (1980)

After creating a robot in his deceased son's image, Professor Tenma abandons him, leading the robot, now known as Astro Boy, to become a crime-fighting hero in Japan.

CHARACTERS

Atom

Powerful android boy with seven amazing powers, fighting for justice and peace.

Portrayed by Tagami Kazue, Tsumura Makoto, Shimizu Mari, Park Romi

Dr. Ochanomizu

Astro Boy's creator and mentor, Dr. Ochanomizu, guides Astro and his family.

Portrayed by Furukawa Toshio, Katsuta Hisashi

Atlas

Powerful robot, Astro Boy's brother, initially antagonistic but ultimately self-sacrificing.

Portrayed by Mitsueda Akihiko, Mori Katsuji, Hiyama Nobuyuki

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DETAILS FOR THE CURIOUS

Studio

Tezuka Productions

Season

Fall 1980

Start Date

1980-09-29

End Date

1981-12-21

Episodes

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