Quick Info
Status: Ended
Network: Nippon TV
Type: Scripted
Rating: 7.2/10
The New Adventures of Gigantor
Overview
Shotaro Kaneda is a young boy whose dead scientist father created the giant robot Tetsujin 28 after realizing the chances of attacks from outer galaxies. Shotaro has possession of the only controller, kept in an attached case, which enables him to have direct command of the all mighty Tetsujin 28. If the controller goes into the hands of the enemy, this could lead Tetsujin 28 to fight for villains who want to destroy The Earth. Whenever peace in this world is threaten, Shotaro together with his friends, Dr. Shikishima, Detective Otsuka, must unleash the power of our metallic super hero.
This production, originally released in 1980, has captivated audiences with its unique storytelling. As a Scripted series, it brings a fresh perspective to the Animation, Sci-Fi & Fantasy genre, maintaining a strong viewer rating of 7.2 across its 1 season.
- Storyline Highlights:
- • Explores themes within Animation and Sci-Fi & Fantasy.
- • Produced in Japan.
- • Original Language: Japanese.
Starring Cast
Eiko Yamada
Shotaro Kaneda (voice)
Ikuko Tani
Utako Shikishima (voice)
Kosei Tomita
Inspector Ohtsuka (voice)
Kumiko Takizawa
Makiko Shikishima (voice)
Yoshio Kaneuchi
Dr. Shikishima (voice)
Aiko Konoshima
Gina Hayakawa (voice)
Ikuo Nishikawa
Robi (voice)
Keiko Toda
Gura King Jr. (voice)
Seasons
Season 1
51 Episodes • Aired 1980-10-03
Shotaro had become an Interpol agent, working with Branch Robo, the antirobot crime unit of that organization. He still employs Tetsujin.