The New Adventures of Gigantor

Name: The New Adventures of Gigantor
Genre: Animation, Sci-Fi & Fantasy
Released: 1980-10-03
Rating: 7.2
Cast: Eiko Yamada, Ikuko Tani, Kosei Tomita, Kumiko Takizawa, Yoshio Kaneuchi

7.2First aired 1980-10-03Last aired 1981-09-25Status: Ended

AnimationSci-Fi & Fantasy

Seasons: 1
Episodes: 51
Networks: Nippon TV

Overview

Shotaro Kaneda is a young boy whose dead scientist father created the giant robot Tetsujin 28 after realizing the chances of attacks from outer galaxies. Shotaro has possession of the only controller, kept in an attached case, which enables him to have direct command of the all mighty Tetsujin 28. If the controller goes into the hands of the enemy, this could lead Tetsujin 28 to fight for villains who want to destroy The Earth. Whenever peace in this world is threaten, Shotaro together with his friends, Dr. Shikishima, Detective Otsuka, must unleash the power of our metallic super hero.