The very first anime ever produced in the US, Osamu Tezuka's original 1963 - 1964 Astro Boy delighted children around the world with its touching stories and compelling characters. Now, this groundbreaking series returns for the first time ever in a stunning new collector's edition that includes the first 52 episodes of the original black and white series as seen in the US, restored to pristine detail, and featuring never-before-seen footage and brand new exciting extras! Also includes a special collector's booklet, and part 1 of an interview with series producer Fred Ladd!

The very first anime ever produced in the US, Osamu Tezuka's original 1963 - 1964 Astro Boy delighted children around the world with its touching stories and compelling characters. Now, this groundbreaking series returns for the first time ever in a stunning new collector's edition that includes the final 52 episodes of the original black and white series as seen in the US, restored to pristine detail, and featuring never-before-seen footage and brand new exciting extras! Also includes a special collector's booklet, part 2 of an interview with series producer Fred Ladd, and the orignal Japanese version of the last episode of Astro Boy!

2030 AD. After being abandoned by his creator, a young boy robot is rescued by an 'android advocate,' Dr. Elefun, who adopts him as his own and guides him in the use of his special powers to aid and protect mankind. 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.

The first ever Astro Boy series created in full color takes viewers on an amazing journey showcasing the true meaning of being a hero. Astro Boy learns the importance of kindness, compassion and selflessness in the face of life's obstacles. Children and adults alike will enjoy this very influential animated joy ride and cherish its timeless message of hope. Contains 7 of the very best of the Key Character Introduction episodes.

This 5-disc DVD boxed set collects all 50 episodes of the newer (year 2003) Astro Boy animated television series./

The pioneering genius of Japan's "god of manga," Osamu Tezuka (1928–1989), is examined through his life's masterwork: Tetsuwan Atomu. Also known as Mighty Atom or Astro Boy, Tetsuwan Atom was a comic series featuring a cute little android who yearns to be more human. The history of Tetsuwan Atomu and Tezuka's role in it is a road map to understanding the development of new media in Japan and the United States.

Created by the late Osamu Tezuka, a revered animator and cartoonist considered the Walt Disney of Japan, Astro Boy was the first manga series to be adapted to animation and became a worldwide phenomenon, making Astro Boy the Mickey Mouse of anime - a jet-powered, super-strong, evil-robot-bashing, alien-invasion-smashing Mickey Mouse, that is! This edition combines the first two volumes of the collected Astro Boy, featuring over 400 story pages in one collection!

Astro Boy battles the mighty (and really BIG!) Garon. Then, he must solve "The 100 Million Year Old Crime." But, what will happen when our hero is stolen?

Astro Boy must help a robot bomb escape his creators and prevent earth from being destroyed, Astro battles a deadly underground tank controlled by an evil general bent on world conquest, and a famous police detective enlists Astro to help him solve a murder - with the detective's father as the prime suspect!

With the rapidly expanding explosion of manga and anime, the vast creative and spiritual influence of the late, great Osamu Tezuka is being recognized worldwide, the skill, depth, and humanity of his storytelling placing him among the giants of the comics medium.

Astro Boy is the flame that ignited the modern anime and manga industries and is a key touchstone in virtually every area of popular entertainment. In this volume: "Solomon's Jewels", "Showdown in the Alps", and "The Lying Robot."

In this volume: "The White Hot Human"; "Uran"; "Hachi, the Devil"; "The Tenma Family's Fortress"; "Gernica".