Atom: The Beginning

Atom: The Beginning (2017)

EndedAnimation showAction, Anime, Science-Fiction

In Japan after a great calamity, there were two geniuses who dreamed of the future. One was Umatarō Tenma. The other was Hiroshi Ochanomizu. The two labored day and night in robot research — Tenma to create a "god," and Ochanomizu to create a "friend." Thus a robot, A106, was born from their collaborative friendship.

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Scheduleevery Saturday at 23:00 (30 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E12BeginningJul 8, 2017
S01E11A DialogueJul 1, 2017
S01E10Battle RoyaleJun 24, 2017
S01E09Six Is Unfit to FightJun 17, 2017
S01E08Robot WrestlingJun 10, 2017
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Atom The Beginning premiere?

Atom The Beginning premiered on April 15, 2017.

Who are the main characters in Atom The Beginning?

The main characters in Atom The Beginning are Umataro Tenma, Hiroshi Ochanomizu, and A106 (Atom).

What is the genre of Atom The Beginning?

Atom The Beginning is a science fiction anime series.

What is the premise of Atom The Beginning?

Atom The Beginning is set in a world where advanced robots and artificial intelligence research are being developed, leading to the creation of Astro Boy, a famous manga and anime character. The series explores the events that led to the birth of Astro Boy.

Who are the creators of Atom The Beginning?

Atom The Beginning is based on a manga by Tetsuro Kasahara and is co-created by Katsuyuki Motohiro and Tatsuo Sato.

How many episodes are there in Atom The Beginning?

Atom The Beginning consists of 12 episodes.

What studio produced Atom The Beginning?

Atom The Beginning was produced by Production I.G and OLM.

Is Atom The Beginning a prequel to any other series?

Yes, Atom The Beginning is a prequel to the classic Astro Boy series created by Osamu Tezuka.

What is the art style of Atom The Beginning?

Atom The Beginning features a modern animation style with a mix of traditional and computer-generated animation techniques.

What is the target audience for Atom The Beginning?

Atom The Beginning is primarily targeted towards fans of science fiction and anime.

Are there any notable voice actors in Atom The Beginning?

Yes, Atom The Beginning features the voice talents of Y\u016bichi Nakamura, Takuma Terashima, and Yoshino Nanj\u014d, among others.

Is Atom The Beginning based on a true story?

No, Atom The Beginning is a work of fiction and not based on a true story.

What are some notable themes explored in Atom The Beginning?

Atom The Beginning explores themes such as robotics, artificial intelligence, ethics, and the potential consequences of advanced technological development.

Is Atom The Beginning available in English?

Yes, Atom The Beginning has been licensed and is available with English subtitles.

Does Atom The Beginning have a manga adaptation?

Yes, Atom The Beginning is based on a manga of the same name written by Tetsuro Kasahara.

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Also known as

  • アトム ザ・ビギニング (Japan)

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