Astro Boy (2009)
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Set in the futuristic Metro City, Astro Boy (Atom) is a young robot with incredible powers created by a brilliant scientist in the image of the son he had lost. Unable to fulfill his creator's expectations, Astro embarks on a journey in search of acceptance, experiencing betrayal and a netherworld of robot gladiators, before returning to save Metro City and reconcile with the father who rejected him.
Director: David Bowers
Genre: Animation, Action, Family, Science Fiction
Runtime: 94 min
Release Date: October 15, 2009
Cast
- Freddie Highmore - Astro / Toby (voice)
- Kristen Bell - Cora (voice)
- Nathan Lane - Hamegg (voice)
- Eugene Levy - Orrin (voice)
- Matt Lucas - Sparx (voice)
- Bill Nighy - Dr. Elefun / Robotsky (voice)
- Donald Sutherland - President Stone (voice)
- Charlize Theron - "Our Friends" Narrator (voice)
- Nicolas Cage - Dr. Tenma (voice)
- Madeline Carroll - Widget (voice)
Screenplay
- Osamu Tezuka (Author)
- Timothy Harris (Screenplay)
- David Bowers (Screenplay)
- David Bowers (Story)
- Kevin Johnson (Head of Story)
Music: John Ottman
Cinematography: Pepe Valencia
Editing: Robert Anich
Production: Summit Entertainment, Imagi Animation Studios, Tezuka Productions
Country: Hong Kong, Japan, United States of America
Language: English
Budget: $10M
Box Office: $20M
Original Language: en
Themes
Sci-Fi Action and Future Wars, Superheroes and Power, Visions of Future and Technology, Superhero Ascent: Divine Power, Epic Superhero Battles
Keywords
future, hero, superhero, based on manga, robot, family, osamu tezuka, astro boy
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Astro Boy about?
- Set in the futuristic Metro City, Astro Boy (Atom) is a young robot with incredible powers created by a brilliant scientist in the image of the son he had lost. Unable to fulfill his creator's expectations, Astro embarks on a journey in search of acceptance, experiencing betrayal and a netherworld of robot gladiators, before returning to save Metro City and reconcile with the father who rejected him.
- Who directed Astro Boy?
- Astro Boy was directed by David Bowers.
- Who stars in Astro Boy?
- Astro Boy stars Freddie Highmore, Kristen Bell, Nathan Lane, Eugene Levy, Matt Lucas, Bill Nighy.
- How long is Astro Boy?
- Astro Boy has a runtime of 1h 34m (94 minutes).
- What genre is Astro Boy?
- Astro Boy is a Animation, Action, Family, Science Fiction film.
- What is the budget of Astro Boy?
- Astro Boy had a budget of $10M.
- How much did Astro Boy gross?
- Astro Boy grossed $20M worldwide.
- Where was Astro Boy produced?
- Astro Boy was produced in Hong Kong, Japan, United States of America.
- What are the themes of Astro Boy?
- The themes of Astro Boy include: Sci-Fi Action and Future Wars, Superheroes and Power, Visions of Future and Technology, Superhero Ascent: Divine Power, Epic Superhero Battles.