Robot Carnival

Robot Carnival (1987)

EndedAnimation showDrama, Anime, Science-Fiction

9 of Japan's leading animators were asked to create a short segment that followed the theme of "Robots", for their inclusion in this film. Essentially, this "movie" is 9 short films, all independant of one another. The common element is human interaction with robots, namely the consequences of creating life with one's own hands, played in nine very different ways.

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EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E09EndingJuli 21, 1987
S01E08NightmareJuli 21, 1987
S01E07A Tale of Two RobotsJuli 21, 1987
S01E06CloudJuli 21, 1987
S01E05Starlight AngelJuli 21, 1987
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Robot Carnival premiere?

Robot Carnival premiered on July 21, 1987.

How many segments are there in Robot Carnival?

There are nine segments in Robot Carnival.

Who directed the first segment of Robot Carnival?

The first segment of Robot Carnival was directed by Katsuhiro Otomo.

Which segment of Robot Carnival features a parade of robots?

The fourth segment of Robot Carnival features a parade of robots.

Which segment of Robot Carnival is a love story between two robots set in space?

The sixth segment of Robot Carnival is a love story between two robots set in space.

Who composed the music for Robot Carnival?

Jo Hisaishi composed the music for Robot Carnival.

What segment of Robot Carnival features a giant robot that becomes the ruler of a post-apocalyptic world?

The fifth segment of Robot Carnival features a giant robot that becomes the ruler of a post-apocalyptic world.

Which segment of Robot Carnival is a futuristic retelling of the German folktale "The Pied Piper of Hamelin"?

The eighth segment of Robot Carnival is a futuristic retelling of "The Pied Piper of Hamelin".

Which segment of Robot Carnival features a robot who dreams of being a samurai?

The ninth segment of Robot Carnival features a robot who dreams of being a samurai.

Who directed the segment entitled 'Starlight Angel'?

The segment entitled 'Starlight Angel' was directed by Hiroyuki Kitazume.

What is the premise of the third segment 'Deprive'?

The third segment of Robot Carnival, 'Deprive', is about a young boy who controls a giant robot to battle against a deadly threat.

Which segment of Robot Carnival features a battle between two robots in a ruined city?

The second segment of Robot Carnival features a battle between two robots in a ruined city.

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