Set in futuristic Metro City, "Astro Boy" is about a young robot with incredible powers created by a brilliant scientist named Tenma. Powered by positive "blue" energy, Astro Boy is endowed with super strength, x-ray vision, unbelievable speed and the ability to fly. Embarking on a journey in search of acceptance, Astro Boy encounters many other colorful characters along the way. Through his adventures, he learns the joys and emotions of being human, and gains the strength to embrace his destiny. Ultimately learning his friends and family are in danger, Astro Boy marshals his awesome super powers and returns to Metro City in a valiant effort to save everything he cares about and to understand what it takes to be a hero.
Cast and Crew
Produced by , Maryann Garger
Written by David Bowers, Timothy Harris, Osamu Tezuka
Directed by David Bowers
Starring: Nicholas Cage, Nicolas Cage, Donald Sutherland, Nathan Lane, Charlize Theron, Bill Nighy, Eugene Levy, Kristen Bell, Freddie Highmore, Matt Lucas
hide summary »
