---
title: "Future Boy Conan"
year: 1978
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/future-boy-conan-1978"
media_type: "tv"
tmdb_id: 19239
imdb_id: "tt0077013"
status: "Ended"
seasons_count: 1
episodes_count: 26
runtime_minutes: 29
community_rating: 8.4
vote_count: 217
content_rating: "TV-PG"
---

# Future Boy Conan (1978) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/future-boy-conan-1978

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Future Boy Conan is a 1978 television series set in a post-apocalyptic world. The story takes place after a global catastrophe that submerged most of the Earth's landmasses beneath the oceans. The main character, Conan, lives in isolation on a remote island with his grandfather, having never encountered another human being. His peaceful existence changes when a young girl named Lana arrives on his shore. After the two quickly form a friendship, Lana is kidnapped and transported to Industria, a technologically advanced remnant of the pre-disaster world. This event prompts Conan to leave his isolated island home and venture into unknown territories in search of his friend. During his journey, he encounters various new people who become either allies or adversaries. The series follows Conan's adventures as he navigates this changed world and faces numerous challenges beyond his island home.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A boy raised in isolation embarks on a global quest to rescue a kidnapped friend."

### Why Watch
- engaging world-building
- strong sense of adventure

### Caveats & Content Note
- features dated animation
- pacing varies throughout
- Tone & Suitability: The series contains depictions of war and environmental disaster themes suitable for general audiences.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: adventurous, post-apocalyptic, heartfelt, classic

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Philo, YouTube TV, Retrocrush, Fandor Amazon Channel, RetroCrush Amazon Channel | Retrocrush, Cineverse | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, Fandango At Home |
| **Canada (CA)** | Retrocrush | Retrocrush, Cineverse | Apple TV Store |

## Season Architecture & Lore Primers

### Season 1 (26 Episodes)
## Filler vs. Essential Episode Classifier

- **Total Tracked Episodes**: 26
- **Crucial Mytharc Episodes**: 3 (12%)
- **Character Core Episodes**: 23 (88%)
- **Side Quest / Filler Episodes**: 0 (0%)

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Noriko Ohara** as *Conan (voice)*
- **Mieko Nobusawa** as *Lana (voice)*
- **Kazuyo Aoki** as *Jimsy (voice)*
- **Ichiro Nagai** as *Dyce (voice)*
- **Rihoko Yoshida** as *Monsley (voice)*
- **Tetsuo Mizutori** as *Additional Voices (voice)*
- **Takuzō Kamiyama** as *Dongoroth (voice)*
- **Norio Wakamoto** as *Additional Voices (voice)*
- **Masato Yamanouchi** as *Dr. Briac Lao (voice)*
- **Iemasa Kayumi** as *Lepka (voice)*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is the setting of the series?
The story takes place in a world largely covered by ocean following a major disaster.

### Q: Who is the protagonist?
The protagonist is a boy named Conan who lives on a remote island.

### Q: How does the story begin?
The plot is set in motion when a mysterious girl named Lana washes up on Conan's beach.

### Q: What is Industria?
Industria is described as a technological remainder from the world that existed before the disaster.

### Q: What is the central conflict?
Conan must leave his home to rescue Lana after she is kidnapped by forces from Industria.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Future Boy Conan — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/tv/19239)

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*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*