The Ultraman
ザ☆ウルトラマン
Joneus (Joe), a new Ultraman from U-40, merges with young Science Garrison member Chôichirô Hikari to defend the Earth in the first animated Ultra Series entry.
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Ended
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Synopsis
Joneus (Joe), a new Ultraman from U-40, merges with young Science Garrison member Chôichirô Hikari to defend the Earth in the first animated Ultra Series entry.
About
The Ultraman premiered on April 4, 1979. It falls under the Animation, Action & Adventure, Sci-Fi & Fantasy genres. The series has aired across 1 season and 50 episodes. with each episode running approximately 24 minutes. It airs on TBS. and concluded its run on March 12, 1980.
Why viewers enjoy The Ultraman
The Ultraman targets fans of Animation anime, especially viewers who appreciate stories that blend Action & Adventure, Sci-Fi & Fantasy elements. This combination of Animation, Action & Adventure, Sci-Fi & Fantasy sets the show's pacing and tone, and explains why it resonates with that specific audience over more general animated programming.
Production
The Ultraman was animated by Tsuburaya Productions, SUNRISE, and broadcast on TBS.
Critical reception
The Ultraman holds a rating of 7.9 out of 10 based on 7 user reviews on TMDB, a strong score that reflects broad satisfaction from its audience.
Themes & motifs
Recurring motifs and themes throughout The Ultraman include: monster, hero, villain, superhero, giant monster, kaiju, supervillain, anime. These threads anchor the show's narrative direction and offer a reliable indicator of the kind of viewing experience it delivers.
Voice cast
Kei Tomiyama
Masatô Ibu
Sumi Shimamoto
Hidekatsu Shibata
Masaya Nihei
Junpei Takiguchi
Shigeru Chiba
Kazuo Kumakura
Production credits
- Direction
- Takeyuki Kanda · Hisayuki Toriumi
- Writing
- Keiichi Abe · Soji Yoshikawa
Release dates
Premiered
April 4, 1979
Last aired
March 12, 1980
Seasons & episodes
Season1
April 4, 1979·50episodes
Season1
April 4, 1979·50episodes
No description available for this season.
Themes & topics
Keywords associated with this title by the community.
- monster
- hero
- villain
- superhero
- giant monster
- kaiju
- supervillain
- anime
- kyodai hero
- ultraman
- henshin heroes
- animation
- tokusatsu
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Frequently asked questions
When did The Ultraman premiere?
The Ultraman premiered on April 4, 1979.
How many seasons does The Ultraman have?
The Ultraman has 1 season and 50 episodes in total.
What genre is The Ultraman?
The Ultraman is classified under Animation, Action & Adventure, Sci-Fi & Fantasy.
What networks did The Ultraman air on?
The Ultraman aired on TBS.
Is The Ultraman finished?
Yes, The Ultraman concluded its run on March 12, 1980.
How long is each episode of The Ultraman?
Each episode of The Ultraman runs for approximately 24 minutes.
Where is The Ultraman from?
The Ultraman is a Japanese anime production.
What is the TMDB rating of The Ultraman?
The Ultraman holds a rating of 7.9 out of 10 on TMDB based on community reviews.
