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Devastated over losing his only child in a car accident, Dr. Umatarou Tenma, the director of the Ministry of Science, mobilizes the institution's entire staff to create Atom: an ultimate technology robot made in his late son Tobio's exact image. Aside from unmatched power and intelligence, the robot also possesses the innocence and playfulness of a young boy. However, Atom fails to meet Tenma's expectations when the latter realizes that Tobio's replacement cannot grow.
Unable to recognize Atom for what he is, Tenma wishes to forget the whole affair.
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Which Astro Boy story does this anime adapt?
The 2003 Astro Boy anime reimagines Osamu Tezuka's classic manga about Atom, known as Astro Boy in English. It keeps the origin involving Dr. Tenma and Tobio while updating the setting and robot conflicts for a modern television series.
Who created Astro Boy?
Astro Boy was created by Osamu Tezuka, whose manga first established Atom as one of the most important characters in Japanese animation history. The 2003 television version was produced by Tezuka Productions.
How many episodes does the 2003 Astro Boy anime have?
The 2003 television series has 50 episodes. It was broadcast in Japan in 2003 and combines superhero action with questions about robots, identity, and human treatment of artificial life.
Is Astro Boy a robot or a human child?
Astro Boy is a powerful robot built in the image of Dr. Tenma's deceased son Tobio. His emotional development and desire to understand humans are as important to the series as his rocket-powered abilities.
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