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Gigantor 1963

★ 7.3/10 AnimationSci-Fi & Fantasy 2 seasons · 78 eps Ended
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What is Gigantor?

Gigantor is an American television series. It is an adaptation of the anime version of a manga by Mitsuteru Yokoyama, which was released in 1956.

Type
TV series
Year
1963
Status
Ended
Episodes
78
Runtime
25 minutes
First aired
Oct 20, 1963
Networks
Fuji TV
Genres
Animation, Sci-Fi & Fantasy
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Gigantor is an American television series. It is an adaptation of the anime version of a manga by Mitsuteru Yokoyama, which was released in 1956. The series features a main character who controls a gigantic, powerful robot. This robot is used for a specific purpose. The original series' content was altered for American viewers. The characters' original names were changed. The violence present in the original series was toned down for the U.S. audience. Gigantor debuted on U.S. television in 1964. The series is also associated with another American television series, Speed Racer.

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“Jimmy Sparks uses a remote control to command a gigantic, powerful robot against crime.”

Reasons to watch
  • features a powerful robot fighting crime
  • classic adaptation of a manga
Keep in mind
  • violence was toned down for American viewers

Watch it if you want to see a classic animated series about a boy controlling a giant robot.

The original series violence was toned down for American viewers.

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Episode guide

Season 1 · 52 episodes
Season 2 · 26 episodes

Frequently asked questions

What is Gigantor?

Gigantor is an American adaptation of the anime version of Tetsujin 28-go.

Who created the original manga?

The original manga was created by Mitsuteru Yokoyama and released in 1956.

Who controls the robot?

Jimmy Sparks controls the gigantic, powerful robot.

When did it debut on U.S. television?

It debuted on U.S. television in 1964.

How was the show changed for the American release?

The characters' original names were altered and the original series' violence was toned down.