HEROMAN (2010)
A boy, a broken toy, and a giant hero — HEROMAN is the anime adventure born from a Marvel legend's imagination.
HEROMAN - Series Information
- Original Title: HEROMAN
- First Air Year: 2010
- Last Air Year: 2010
- Type: TV Series
- Genres: Action, Adventure, Animation, Sci-Fi, Fantasy
- Content Rating (US): TV-PG
- Episode Runtime: Average runtime per episode (25 minutes)
- Number of Seasons: 1
- Number of Episodes: 26
- Status: Ended
- Original Language: Japanese
- Spoken Languages: Japanese
- First Air Date: April 1, 2010 (United States - TV-PG), April 1, 2010 (Canada - 14+), April 1, 2010 (Australia - M), April 1, 2010 (Mexico - B-15)
- Networks: TV Tokyo, TV Aichi, TVQ, TV Osaka, TVh, Crunchyroll, TSC
- Production Companies: BONES, POW! Entertainment, Bandai Namco Games, The Walt Disney Studios, TV Tokyo, dentsu, WOWMAX
- Production Countries: Japan, United States of America
- Alternative Titles: 英雄 (CN), HEROMAN ヒーローマン (JP), 英雄勇者 (HK), Heroman (US)
HEROMAN - Plot
An American kid named Joey lives in Center City, USA & has always wanted to become a hero. Unfortunately, he's just an orphan working part-time to support his grandma and himself. After he watched a commercial of a new robot action figure, Joey believe he'll gain strength if he obtains one. The only robot toy he can get his hands on is a broken one that was abandoned by a rich school bully. Feeling pity for the trashed action figure, Joey took it home to repair it. Little did he know, that once he repairs the toy, it'll make his hero dream become a reality.
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HEROMAN - Cast & Crew
Main Cast
- Mikako Komatsu
- Ryota Takeuchi
- Ryohei Kimura
- Cho
- Naomi Shindo
- Mayu Obata
- Makoto Yasumura
- Akio Suyama
- Eri Miyajima
- Sumie Sakai
Writers
- Akatsuki Yamatoya
HEROMAN - FAQs
Is HEROMAN based on a manga or original story?
HEROMAN is based on a manga concept created by Stan Lee, the legendary Marvel Comics co-creator, in collaboration with Japanese publisher Square Enix. The manga was illustrated by Tamon Ohta and serialized in Monthly Shōnen Gangan, making it a rare East-meets-West superhero creation.
What is HEROMAN about?
HEROMAN follows Joey, a kind-hearted orphan in Center City, USA, who repairs a discarded toy robot. A mysterious lightning strike transforms it into the giant hero Heroman. Together, Joey and Heroman must defend Earth from a full-scale alien invasion by a race known as the Skrugg.
Where can you stream HEROMAN online?
HEROMAN is available to stream on Crunchyroll, both directly and through the Crunchyroll Amazon Channel. Both options offer the full series as part of a flatrate subscription, making it easy to binge all 26 episodes at your own pace.
Who created HEROMAN and which studio animated it?
HEROMAN originated from a concept by Stan Lee, developed through his company POW! Entertainment. The animation was handled by BONES, the acclaimed Japanese studio behind Fullmetal Alchemist and My Hero Academia, lending the series a polished, high-energy visual style that stands out among mecha anime.
Is HEROMAN worth watching for mecha anime fans?
For fans of classic mecha and superhero anime, HEROMAN delivers a nostalgic, feel-good adventure. The Stan Lee connection gives it a distinctly Western superhero flavor wrapped in Japanese animation sensibilities. It's lighthearted and action-packed, best enjoyed as a fun, family-friendly homage to golden-age giant robot stories.
What is the content rating for HEROMAN?
HEROMAN carries a TV-PG rating in the United States, making it suitable for a broad family audience. The series features action sequences and alien invasion themes but avoids graphic violence or mature content, keeping the tone accessible for younger viewers and anime newcomers alike.
What are some anime series similar to HEROMAN?
If HEROMAN hooked you, classic mecha titles like Mazinger Z, UFO Robot Grendizer, and Voltron: Legendary Defender share its giant-robot spirit. For something more modern, Transformers: Prime and Mech Cadets offer comparable action-driven fun. Aquarion and Mazinger Edition Z: The Impact! are also strong picks for mecha enthusiasts.
How many episodes does HEROMAN have in total?
The main run of HEROMAN comprises 26 episodes across its single season, which aired in 2010. There are also 3 additional special episodes collected under Season 0, bringing the complete episode count to 29 for viewers who want the full HEROMAN experience.
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