Astro Boy (1963): cast, story & where to watch

Released in 1963, Astro Boy is an animation, mystery, sci-fi & fantasy and kids series.

What it’s about. In the year 2000, Dr. Boyton creates a super-robot in his deceased son's image. He calls the robot Astro Boy. Astro Boy can swim oceans, leap over mountains, even fly into space on his own power. However, Astro Boy can't replace his son. Dr. Boyton becomes dissatisfied with the boy robot and disowns him. Astro Boy is befriended by Dr. Packadermus J. Elefun of the Institute of Science, who guides him through his adventures. Endowed with super strength, rocket-powered flight, a selfless heart and a kind demeanor, Astro Boy fights a never-ending crusade against the forces of evil!

Who’s in it. Astro Boy stars Mari Shimizu as Atom, Kazue Tagami as Atom (voice), Youko Mizugaki as Uran and Akihiko Mitsueda as Atlas, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.3/10, Astro Boy has been warmly received by audiences.

Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads and RetroCrush Amazon Channel and rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Astro Boy page.

If you liked it. Fans of Astro Boy tend to enjoy Rick and Morty, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba, Attack on Titan and Attack on Titan: No Regrets.