TV-Series
Description
"Time Bokan 24" is a science-fiction anime series that reimagines the classic "Time Bokan" franchise with a fresh narrative and modern sensibilities. The story centers on a group of time-traveling adventurers who embark on a mission to uncover the true history of Japan, which has been distorted by a mysterious organization known as the Kikai Empire. The Kikai Empire has manipulated historical events to serve its own agenda, erasing key figures and altering timelines to maintain control over the past and present.

The protagonists, led by the determined and resourceful protagonist Tokio, form the "Time Sweepers," a team dedicated to correcting these historical distortions. Tokio is joined by his companions, including the intelligent and tech-savvy Koyomi, the strong and loyal Shion, and the quirky robot Calen. Together, they travel through various historical periods using their advanced time machine, the "Time Bokan," to confront the Kikai Empire's agents and restore the true course of history.

Each episode typically focuses on a specific historical era or event, blending humor, action, and educational elements as the Time Sweepers interact with famous historical figures and unravel the Kikai Empire's schemes. The series balances lighthearted moments with more serious themes, exploring the consequences of altering history and the importance of preserving cultural heritage.

The antagonists, led by the enigmatic and cunning leader of the Kikai Empire, provide a persistent challenge for the Time Sweepers. Their motives and methods are gradually revealed throughout the series, adding depth to the overarching conflict. The dynamic between the protagonists and antagonists drives much of the narrative, with each encounter advancing the plot and deepening the stakes.

"Time Bokan 24" combines historical intrigue with futuristic technology, creating a unique blend of genres that appeals to a wide audience. The series pays homage to its predecessor while introducing new characters, settings, and storylines that reflect contemporary themes and storytelling techniques. Through its episodic structure and overarching narrative, the series offers an engaging exploration of history, identity, and the power of collective action.
Information
Time Bokan 24
タイムボカン24
Type: TV-Series
Anime Episodes: 24
Movie/Episode length: 30 min.
Date: 10/01/2016
Categories
Genre
Comedy
Settings
Sci-Fi
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Episodes
Staffel 1
1Cleopatra Was Actually a Comedy Duo Known As Cleo and Patra!
2The Wright Brothers Were Actually an Only Child!
3Momotaro Was Actually More of an Ogre Than an Actual Ogre!
4Dinosaurs Were Humans` Pets!
5Halloween's Trick or Treat Was Actually Tottori or Shimane!
6Shibuya's Hachiko Was Actually a Bee!
7What Columbus Discovered Was Not a New Continent, but a New Exercise Called Gymnastics!
8Seton Animal Chronicles Was Actually Donut Chronicles!
9Gagarin's Famous Quote was actually the Earth is Smelly
10The Land-taking Battle During the Warring States Era was actually a Bug Hunt
11Guns First Being Introduced to Japan Was Actually ______ First Being Introduced to Japan!
12Joan of Arc Was the First ______!
13Santa Claus Was Actually ______!
14The Ninja Hattori Hanzo Was Actually a ______!
15Pythagoras Was Actually a Genius of ______!
16Galileo Galilei Was Actually a ______!
17What Sanzo Hoshi Was Striving For Was the World's Best ______!
18The Nazca Lines Were __________!
19Murasaki Shikibu was Actually a _____!
20Shinsenkumi wa hito rei rei shūdandatta!
21Versailles Was Actually a ________ Center!
22America's Moon Landing Was Staged!
23Nightingale Was Actually the ________ in White!
24The Genius da Vinci Was the Final Episode!
Cast
Comment(s)
Staff
  • Director
    Takayuki Inagaki
  • Script
    Takamitsu Kōno
    Takashi Aoshima
    Yoichi Kato
    Hiroko Kanasugi
    Takahiro Nagano
  • Episode Director
    Shigeru Kimiya
    Hiroshi Tamada
    Hisaya Takabayashi
    Shigeki Awai
    Masahiro Takada
    Yoshito Hata
    Masayuki Iimura
    Toshikatsu Tokoro
    Hye Jin Seo
    Fumio Maezono
    Katsuya Shigehara
    Yūsuke Onoda
    Ayataka Tanemura
    Tatsuya Nokimori
    Satoshi Takafuji
    Sumito Sasaki
  • Character Design
    Takahiro Yoshimatsu
  • Chief Animation Director
    Takahiko Yoshida
    Takahiro Kagami
    Masahiko Komino
  • Mechanical design
    Kunio Ōkawara
  • Series Composition
    Yoichi Kato
  • Storyboard
    Junichi Sakata
    Takashi Horiuchi
    Kōji Yoshikawa
    Katsuyuki Kodera
    Takayuki Inagaki
    Tetsuhito Saitō
    Hiroaki Yoshikawa
    Naomichi Yamato
    Yuuzou Satou
    Akitoshi
  • Unit Director
    Hiroyuki Okuno
    Takashi Horiuchi
    Takayuki Inagaki
    Yuuzou Satou
  • Art Director
    Michiko Yoshida
  • Animation Director
    Takahiro Yoshimatsu
    Hajime Yoshida
    Shirō Shibata
    Shinichi Suzuki
    Tomoaki Kado
    Noriyuki Fukuda
    Akira Kano
    Yukari Kobayashi
    Manabu Tanzawa
    Yasuhiro Seo
    Shinichirō Minami
    Takahiko Yoshida
    Tomohiro Kawahara
    Takahiro Kagami
    Toshio Mori
    Tatsuya Abe
    Shigeki Awai
    Kazunori Takahashi
    Toyoaki Fukushima
    Yoko Sano
    Atsuko Yamazaki
    Shigeru Uchihara
    Kazuyuki Ikai
    Miho Aoki
    Yuka Takemori
    Eiichi Tokura
    Shinichi Wada
    Ichirō Hattori
    Kōsuke Yoshida
    Boo Hee Lee
    Risa Takai
    Masahiko Komino
    Shingo Nakamura
    Tetsurō Moronuki
    Tetsurō Taira
    Akihiko Oka
    Shinpei Koikawa
    Hirofumi Onodera
    Aya Nishimura
    Shinsuke Yoshida
    Hyung Sik Shin
    Eri Tokugawa
    Yūji Shimizu
    Kazunori Ozawa
    Kosei Takahashi
    Hiro Ōki
Production
  • Animation Production
    Tatsunoko Production
    Music
    Opening
    Ep. 14-24
    “OVER THE TOP”
    Ending
    “TRUE LOVE”
    “Geki Yaba∞Bokkān!!”