---
title: "The Adventures of the Little Prince"
year: 1978
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-adventures-of-the-little-prince-1978"
media_type: "tv"
tmdb_id: 27436
imdb_id: null
status: "Ended"
seasons_count: 1
episodes_count: 35
runtime_minutes: 24
community_rating: 7.2
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# The Adventures of the Little Prince (1978) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-adventures-of-the-little-prince-1978

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The Adventures of the Little Prince is a television series first released in 1978. Catalogued under Animation, Action & Adventure, Kids. Produced and broadcast by tv asahi. Current status: Ended. Spans 1 seasons and 35 tracked episodes.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A whimsical anime expands the Little Prince’s journey with new friends across the stars."

### Why Watch
- Expands the classic tale with fresh characters
- Bright animation suited for kids
- Action‑filled adventure across space

### Caveats & Content Note
- May diverge from the original book’s tone
- Animation style reflects its 1970s era
- Tone & Suitability: The series is light‑hearted, action‑oriented, and appropriate for a young audience.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: whimsical, adventurous, family-friendly

## Streaming Availability Matrix

Direct streaming licensing updates dynamically. Consult the live tracking interface at https://www.archytele.com/show/the-adventures-of-the-little-prince-1978#watch.

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Taiki Matsuno** as *Little Prince (voice)*
- **Masaaki Yajima** as *Narrator (voice)*
- **Hiroko Maruyama** as *Claude (voice)*
- **Nobuo Tanaka** as *Frank (voice)*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is the source material for the series?
It is based on Antoine de Saint‑Exupéry’s book The Little Prince.

### Q: Who are the main companions of the Little Prince in the show?
The series features Swifty the Space Bird and the Rose Girl alongside the Little Prince.

### Q: What genre does the series belong to?
It is an animated action‑adventure series aimed at kids.

### Q: When was the series originally released?
The Adventures of the Little Prince premiered in 1978.

### Q: Is the series suitable for children?
Yes, its tone is light‑hearted and family‑friendly.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [The Adventures of the Little Prince — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/tv/27436)

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