Astro Boy

7.4 (19 votes)• 1963• 30m•Ended

Storyline & Plot Summary

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!

Production Details

Languages: Japanese

Starring Cast: Mari Shimizu, Kazue Tagami, Youko Mizugaki, Akihiko Mitsueda, Seizo Kato, Shingo Kanemoto

Cast

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)

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2 Reviews

CinematicExpert

2 days ago

9.5 / 10

Story: 10•Cast: 9.5•OST: 9•Rewatch: 9

An absolute masterpiece of modern cinema! The character arcs are deeply emotional and the musical score heightens every single scene.

DramaEnthusiast

1 week ago

8.8 / 10

Story: 9•Cast: 9•OST: 8.5•Rewatch: 8.5

Great pacing throughout the entire story. The leads have insane chemistry together. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a compelling watch.

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