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Flint: The Time Detective 1998

★ 6.4/10 · 7 votes AnimationAction & AdventureComedyMysterySci-Fi & FantasyCrime 1 seasons · 39 eps Ended
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What is Flint: The Time Detective?

Flint the Time Detective is an animated Japanese television series directed by Hiroshi Fukutomi. The series is based on a manga published by Kodansha in Japan, created by Hideki Sonoda and Akira Yamauchi.

Type
TV series
Year
1998
Status
Ended
Episodes
39
Runtime
25 minutes
First aired
Oct 1, 1998
Last aired
Dec 17, 2000
Original language
JA
Origin
JP
Networks
TV Tokyo
Genres
Animation, Action & Adventure, Comedy, Mystery
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Overview

Flint the Time Detective is an animated Japanese television series directed by Hiroshi Fukutomi. The series is based on a manga published by Kodansha in Japan, created by Hideki Sonoda and Akira Yamauchi. It initially aired in Japan from 1998 to 1999 and consisted of 39 episodes. The anime was later broadcast in the United States from March 5, 2000, to November 5, 2000. Additionally, the series was aired in the Philippines via GMA 7, where it was dubbed in the Filipino language, running from late 2000 to mid-2001. The license to Flint the Time Detective is held by Enoki Films and Sanrio. The series is also known by the title Space-Time Detective Genshi-kun in Japan. The anime has been made available to audiences in multiple countries, including the United States and the Philippines, through various broadcasts.

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Should you watch it?

“A time-traveling detective embarks on adventurous cases across history.”

Reasons to watch
  • Creative time-travel premise
  • Distinct 90s animation style
  • Dubbed versions for US and Philippines audiences
Keep in mind
  • Limited episode count may leave story arcs unresolved
  • Older animation may feel dated

Watch it if you enjoy nostalgic 90s anime adventures with a time-travel twist.

Suitable for older children and family viewing, with light adventure themes.

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Frequently asked questions

When did the series originally air in Japan?

It aired from 1998 to 1999.

How many episodes does the series have?

The series consists of 39 episodes.

Who directed Flint: The Time Detective?

The series was directed by Hiroshi Fukutomi.

Which companies hold the license for the series?

Enoki Films and Sanrio hold the license.

Was the series broadcast outside Japan?

Yes, it aired in the United States in 2000 and was dubbed in Filipino for the Philippines later.