Jinzo Toriumi

Science Ninja Team Gatchaman

Science Ninja Team Gatchaman is a five-member superhero team that is composed of the main characters in several anime created by Tatsuo Yoshida and originally produced in Japan by Tatsunoko Productions and later adapted into several English-language versions. It is also known by the abbreviated name Gatchaman. The original series, produced in 1972, was eponymously named Kagaku Ninja Tai Gatchaman and is most well known to the English-speaking world as the adaptation titled Battle of the Planets. The series received additional English adaptations with G-Force: Guardians of Space and ADV Films' uncut 2005 release. Tatsunoko also uses the official translation Science Commando Gatchaman, as shown in numerous related products and media. Because the English-language versions are notoriously inconsistent not only with one another but also with the original Japanese series, viewers most familiar with the English versions often experience some confusion upon re-examining the series after a long hiatus. The original 1972 Kagaku Ninja Tai Gatchaman series was followed by an animated film, two sequel series, Gatchaman II, and Gatchaman Fighter. In the 90's, episodes from both series were dubbed into English by Saban as Eagle Riders. In 1994, the original series was remade as a condensed OVA series.

Release Date1972-10-01

DepartmentWriting

JobWriter

Episode Count205

Vote Count85

Armored Trooper VOTOMS

The story of stoic Armored Trooper pilot Chirico Cuvie and his quest for answers after a sudden betrayal leaves him on the run from his own military.

Release Date1983-04-01

DepartmentWriting

JobWriter

Episode Count20

Vote Count15

Astro Boy

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!

Release Date1963-01-01

DepartmentCrew

JobScript

Episode Count193

Vote Count15

Mister Ajikko

Mister Ajikko is a Japanese manga series written and illustrated by Daisuke Terasawa about a young boy cook. It was later adapted into anime series, produced by TV Tokyo and Sunrise. This show was broadcast from October 8, 1987 to September 28, 1989 with a total of 99 episodes. One of the earliest cooking/battle related manga and anime of its kind, there are some indications that this series is the inspiration for the live action competitive cooking show, Iron Chef.

Release Date1987-10-08

DepartmentWriting

JobWriter

Episode Count1

Vote Count5

Ronin Warriors

Five young men with mystical armor fight to save the mortal from the evil Talpa.

Release Date1988-04-30

DepartmentWriting

JobWriter

Episode Count10

Vote Count25

Time Bokan Series: Yatterman

The Yatterman duo and an evil trio led by the beautiful Florina engage in a struggle to obtain the Skull Stone—which is said to reveal the location of a gold mine. The trio seem to constantly have the upper hand, but are always foiled by Yatterman, who are able to stop their evil schemes.

Release Date1977-01-01

DepartmentWriting

JobWriter

Episode Count108

Vote Count6

Pinocchio: The Series

Mokku of the Oak Tree, also known as Mokku Woody the Oak Tree, or Saban's Adventures of Pinocchio in the United States, is a 52 episode anime series by Tatsunoko Productions first aired on Fuji Television in 1972. The story is based on the novel The Adventures of Pinocchio by Italian author Carlo Collodi. Unlike the more cheerful lighter tones of the Disney Version and Nippon Animation's version Piccolino no Bōken, this series has a distinctly sadistic darker theme and portrays the main character, Pinocchio, as suffering from constant physical and psychological abuse and freak accidents.

Release Date1972-01-04

DepartmentWriting

JobWriter

Episode Count52

Vote Count10

Galaxy Warring State Chronicle Rai

Thunder Jet is a 52-episode anime adaptation of the Japanese manga, Ginga Sengoku Gun Yuuden Rai (trans. The Heroes of Galaxy Wars), which was written and illustrated by Johji Manabe.

Release Date1994-04-08

DepartmentCreator

JobCreator

Vote Count8

Casshan

Dr. Azuma creates robots to benefit mankind, but they unexpectedly rebel and begin to destroy everything in their paths. To deal with the catastrophe, Dr. Azuma's son volunteers to become a human robot, even though he knows he will never be able to return to human form again. He confronts this grave situation to ensure a bright future for all humans.

Release Date1973-10-02

DepartmentCrew

JobScript

Episode Count1

Vote Count8

Decision

Release Date1971-04-03

DepartmentDirecting

JobScript Supervisor

Episode Count25

Vote Count1

Jungle King Taa-chan

Ta-chan is the king of jungle. He was abandoned in savanna, and has been raised by a chimpanzee, Etekichi. He has a dearest wife, Jane who used to be a top model in New York, but now she looks…Anyway, to protect animals from poachers, Ta-chan is fighting against them with his disciple, Pedro, and a master of Chinese martial arts, Ryo. This anime is based on the manga with the same title; it begins as a comical parody of Tarzan. The first several episodes are comedies, but the rest of the series consists of (rather) serious episodes.

Release Date1993-10-14

DepartmentWriting

JobSeries Composition

Episode Count50

Vote Count2

Hurricane Polymar

Onigawara, the director of the International Secret Police Agency, looked forward to making Takeshi a top-notch criminal investigator. Takeshi was given training, which turned him into an all-around sportsman as well as martial arts expert. However, Takeshi's attitude toward crime-fighting was so incompatible with Onigawara's, that he disowned him. For a while Takeshi investigated crime alone; then he became a private detective's assistant and general handyman. Secretly, however, Takeshi obtained from a scientist a new artificial polymer, polymet, that was far stronger than steel. With this polymet Takeshi transformed himself into Hurricane Polymar, an invincible costumed hero.

Release Date1974-10-04

DepartmentWriting

JobWriter

Episode Count1

Vote Count6

Kerokko Demetan

A poor young frog living in Rainbow Pond with his mother and father (a toymaker), who becomes friends with a popular and sweet girl frog named Ranatan, despite the differences in their social standings: Ranatan is the daughter of the leader of Rainbow Pond, while Demetan and his parents are tree frogs, which make them automatic outcasts in the community. Together, Demetan and Ranatan enjoy many adventures.

Release Date1973-01-02

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JobCreator

Vote Count3

Spirit of Youth

Japanese youth film.

Release Date1964-05-13

DepartmentWriting

JobScreenplay

Super Dimension Cavalry Southern Cross

By 2120, humans have successfully colonized other planets following the devastation of Earth from the last great world war. One such colony is surprised at the arrival of The Zor, coming to reclaim their former home world. A relentless war erupts between both races.

Release Date1984-04-12

DepartmentWriting

JobSeries Composition

Episode Count23

Vote Count6

The Legend of Kentauros

The Centaurs are a racing team of 93 bikers from the port city of Yokohama who are named after the legendary Greek horse/men. Arthur and Ken fall out over their love for the same lady deciding to settle their competition with a race.

Release Date1987-12-21

DepartmentWriting

JobScreenplay

Panzer World Galient

Mader is trying to unify the land of Asato using giant robots. A legend says that a champion, the giant of Iron, will come to destroy all lesser armour. Mader's ambitious son Hai tries to kill him and his other children, Hai's own brother Jordy and little sister Chururu, wanting no question as to the succession.

Release Date1986-01-21

DepartmentWriting

JobScreenplay

Vote Count3

Gatchaman: The Movie

Five young superhero ninja employed by the International Science Organization oppose an international terrorist organization of technologically advanced villains who are trying to control Earth's natural resources.

Release Date1978-07-14

DepartmentWriting

JobWriter

Vote Count4

Tobidase! Machine Hiryuu

Release Date1977-10-05

DepartmentCreator

JobCreator

Judo Boy

Sanshiro, a teenage martial artist, trains in the Kurenai School of Jiujitsu and searches for his father's killer. Accompanying Sanshiro is an orphaned boy named Kenbo and his pet dog Boke. Sanshiro's only clue to his father's murderer is a glass eye left on the scene of the crime, suggesting that his father's murderer was one-eyed.

Release Date1969-04-02

DepartmentWriting

JobWriter

Episode Count26

Vote Count4

Female Prisoners: Demon of Sex

A revenge drama of a female prisoner directed by Seiji Izumi. Three women escape from prison to regain Reiko’s memory.

Release Date1976-05-11

DepartmentWriting

JobScreenplay

Vote Count2

Panzer World Galient: Crest of Iron

Alternative universe spin-off of the 'Panzer World Galient' TV series

Release Date1986-08-05

DepartmentWriting

JobScreenplay

Vote Count1

Call of the Wild

Release Date1982-04-17

DepartmentWriting

JobScreenplay

Episode Count26

Panzer World Galient: Chapter of the Sky

Recap of episodes 14-25 from the Panzer World Galient TV series.

Release Date1986-03-21

DepartmentWriting

JobScreenplay

Vote Count1

Speed Racer

Speed ​​Racer is a teenage driver who races around the world in his super-technological car, the Mach 5, created by his father, a former racer. The car has several special features that help Speed ​​tackle difficult terrain and get rid of dishonest opponents—which happens frequently. He experiences these adventures alongside his girlfriend Trixie, his younger brother Spridle, and his pet monkey, Chim-Chim. Together, they face thrilling challenges and show that courage and fair play make all the difference.

Release Date1967-09-23

DepartmentWriting

JobWriter

Episode Count2

Vote Count130

The Brave Frog

Feature-length english language translation of the anime series about a male frog of humble origin who befriends a female frog of high social class.

Release Date1989-01-01

DepartmentWriting

JobWriter

Vote Count2

Panzer World Galient: Chapter of the Land

Recap of episodes 01-13 from the Panzer World Galient TV series.

Release Date1986-01-21

DepartmentWriting

JobScreenplay

Vote Count1

Speed Racer: The Great Plan

Speed Racer enters his first race to win money for his family. Meanwhile, a gang of robbers are after Pops's secret plans... which he hid in the windshield of Speed's car. A re-edit of the first two episodes of the TV series.

Release Date1967-04-02

DepartmentWriting

JobWriter

Armored Trooper VOTOMS: Vol.1 Stories of the 'A.T. VOTOMS'

A chronological compilation of the TV series.

Release Date1985-06-21

DepartmentWriting

JobScreenplay

Armored Trooper VOTOMS: Vol.2 Highlights of the 'A.T. Votoms'

Contains all the previews for each episode narrated by Ginga Banjou, and is a collection of famous scenes featuring the three characters Cocona, Vanilla, and Gouto.

Release Date1985-07-20

DepartmentWriting

JobScreenplay