Tetsuwan Atom   (Astro Boy)
1963-01-01   193 episodes

The first full length (30 minute) anime TV series. The adventures of a robotic boy super hero who battles evil foes.

Wanpaku Oji no Orochi Taiji
1963-03-24   85 minutes

A young prince sets out on an adventure to slay an 8 headed dragon.

Ginga Shounentai   (Galaxy Boy Troop)
1963-04-07   92 episodes

When the Sun begins to decay, the Galaxy Boy Troop is formed and heads to the ends of the Universe to find a way to restore the Sun's power. Along the way they must fight against evil forces that oppose them. The series contains a mix of puppets and animation.

Sennin Buraku
1963-09-04   23 episodes

This comedy was the first late night anime geared toward an adult audience.

Tetsujin 28-go   (Gigantor)
1963-10-20   83 episodes

A young boy controls a giant iron robot to fight criminals, foreign invaders, and other menaces to society. This series is considered the originator of the giant robot concept.

8 Man
1963-11-07   56 episodes

A cyborg detective is the only member of a Tokyo police force secret department. Using his robotic powers, he fights crime and evil as 8 Man.

Ohkami Shounen Ken
1963-11-24   86 episodes

A young boy raised by wolves fights against evil and corrupt humans.

Shisukon Ouji
1963-12-20   14 episodes
Wanwan Chushingura
1963-12-21   84 minutes