Quick Info
Status: Ended
Network: Tokyo Channel 12
Type: Scripted
Rating: 4.0/10
Manga Sarutobi Sasuke
Overview
Manga Sarutobi Sasuke is a 24-episode anime series about the young Sarutobi Sasuke, a legendary ninja. It was first aired from October 9, 1979, to April 29, 1980 on Tokyo 12 Channel, and was later dubbed in several languages. The whole 24-episode run was aired in many European and Arabic countries. It is best known to the American fans as Ninja, The Wonder Boy: a highly edited, highly condensed feature-length version of this series. This version, dubbed in English, was produced by Jim Terry Productions of Force Five fame. The names of several characters were changed, with Sarutobi Sasuke becoming "Duke Hayakawa", his female companion Sakura being changed to "Blossom", and the villain Devilman became "Dragon."
This production, originally released in 1979, has captivated audiences with its unique storytelling. As a Scripted series, it brings a fresh perspective to the Animation genre, maintaining a strong viewer rating of 4.0 across its 1 season.
- Storyline Highlights:
- • Explores themes within Animation.
- • Produced in Japan.
- • Original Language: Japanese.
Starring Cast
Yoko Matsuoka
Sarutobi Sasuke
Toku Nishio
Kiyomi priest Miyoshi
Koichi Hashimoto
Saizo Kirigakure
Kiiko Nozaki
Sakura
Run Sasaki
Yukino Princess
Shozo Iizuka
Hattori Hanzo
Hisashi Katsuta
Koumura Shinda
Hisashi Katsuta
Yukimura Sanada
Seasons
Season 1
24 Episodes • Aired 1979-10-09
No season overview provided for this season.