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Status: Ended
Network: Fuji TV
Type: Scripted
Rating: 7.4/10
Gigantor
Overview
Gigantor is an American adaptation of the anime version of Tetsujin 28-go, a manga by Mitsuteru Yokoyama released in 1956. Jimmy Sparks controls a gigantic, powerful robot and uses it to fight crime. It debuted on U.S. television in 1964. As with Speed Racer, the characters' original names were altered and the original series' violence was toned down for American viewers.
This production, originally released in 1963, 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 7.4 across its 2 seasons.
- Storyline Highlights:
- • Explores themes within Animation and Sci-Fi & Fantasy.
- • Produced in Japan.
- • Original Language: English.
Starring Cast
Kazue Takahashi
Jimmy Sparks / Kaneda Shotaro
Kosei Tomita
Inspector Blooper / Captain Otsuka
Minoru Yada
Dr. Bob Brilliant / Professor Shikishima
Yuzuru Fujimoto
Fuyumi Shiraishi
Toshio Andou
Dick Strong / Murasame Kenji
Seasons
Season 1
52 Episodes • Aired 1963-10-20
No season overview provided for this season.
Season 2
26 Episodes • Aired TBA
No season overview provided for this season.