TV-Series
Description
"Yatterman" is a comedic action-adventure anime that revolves around the heroic duo, Gan-chan and Ai-chan, who form the Yatterman team. They are dedicated to fighting crime and protecting the innocent from the mischievous Doronbo Gang, a trio of bumbling villains consisting of Boyacky, Tonzra, and Doronjo. The Doronbo Gang is constantly scheming to steal valuable artifacts and treasures, often using elaborate and absurdly designed mecha to carry out their plans. Despite their persistent efforts, the gang’s plans are consistently thwarted by the Yatterman team, who employ their own advanced technology and teamwork to save the day.

The narrative is episodic, with each episode typically featuring a new scheme by the Doronbo Gang, followed by the Yatterman team’s intervention. The Yatterman team operates from their high-tech base, Yatter Kingdom, where they develop gadgets and vehicles to combat the villains. Their primary weapon is the Yatter-Wan, a robotic dog that transforms into a powerful mecha. The Doronbo Gang, on the other hand, relies on their leader Doronjo’s cunning, Boyacky’s mechanical skills, and Tonzra’s brute strength, though their plans are often undermined by their own incompetence and infighting.

The dynamic between the Yatterman team and the Doronbo Gang is central to the series, blending slapstick humor with action-packed confrontations. The Yatterman team’s unwavering sense of justice contrasts with the Doronbo Gang’s selfish motives, creating a classic hero-villain rivalry. Despite their antagonistic relationship, there are moments of mutual respect and even comedic camaraderie between the two groups. The series also features recurring themes of perseverance, teamwork, and the triumph of good over evil, all presented in a lighthearted and entertaining manner.

The characters are designed with distinct personalities and visual traits. Gan-chan is the brave and determined leader of the Yatterman team, while Ai-chan is intelligent and resourceful, often devising strategies to outsmart the villains. Doronjo, the leader of the Doronbo Gang, is charismatic and manipulative, often using her charm to further her schemes. Boyacky and Tonzra provide comic relief with their exaggerated personalities and frequent blunders. The series’ tone is consistently upbeat, with a focus on humor and action, making it accessible to a wide audience.

"Yatterman" combines elements of science fiction, comedy, and adventure, creating a fast-paced and engaging narrative. Its episodic structure allows for a variety of creative scenarios, while the recurring characters and their interactions provide continuity and depth. The series is a modern reimagining of the classic 1977 "Yatterman" anime, retaining its core themes and characters while updating the animation and storytelling for a contemporary audience.
Information
Yatterman
ヤッターマン
Type: TV-Series
Anime Episodes: 60
Movie/Episode length: 30 min.
Date: 01/14/2008 – 09/27/2009
Official Website:Yatterman @ Tatsunoko
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Episodes
Staffel 1
1Yatterman is Born
2The Deciding Takoyaki King of Naniwa, Dakoron
3Get the Bacademy Award, Dakoron
4Sapporo Snow Festival Showdown
5The Prince's Chocolate Castle
6Fashion in the Capital of Flowers!
7Celeb Sisters Have It Rough Too!
8Infiltrate Odaiba TV!
9The Curse of Otankaamen!
10Tiger Drama Atsuhime!
11Dorojo-sama's Coming of Age!
12Omocchama In a Pinch!
13The Charisma of Dangling Duck!
14Yatter Pelican Arrives!
15The Yattermecha Have a Falling Out?!
16Great Work Searching for the Great Sky!
17A Treasure is Priceless!
18The Sun Sets on OldDaysTown!
19Camping on a Desert Island!
20Toll at the Edge of a Cliff!
21Fired-Up Hotter's Magical Treasure!
22All in a Day's Work for a Local Hero!
23Discovery of the Crystal Skull!
24A USA Election is a Fight to the Finish!
25Yatter Goosefish Arrives!
49The Milky Way which depends on the desert
50The Name also becomes Yatterdragon!
Cast
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Staff
  • Chief Director
  • Screenplay
    Mamiko Ikeda
    Natsuko Takahashi
    Junki Takegami
    Masakazu Hishida
    Miharu Hirami
    Masaya Honda
    Masahiro Okubo
    Daisuke Watanabe
    Deko Akao
    Yoichi Kato
  • Episode Director
    Kazuo Yamazaki
    Osamu Tsuruyama
    Shin Matsuo
    Yukihiro Shino
    Masakazu Hishida
    Yukio Nishimoto
    Toyoaki Nakajima
    Hayato Goda
    Masato Tamagawa
    Kiichi Suzuno
    Yoshinobu Tokumoto
    Kaoru Yabana
    Mamoru Enomoto
    Hironobu Aoyagi
    Minoru Yamaoka
    Naoki Horiuchi
    Kiyotaka Suzuki
    Yoshihiro Yanagiya
    Kōsuke Kobayashi
    Teruo Sato
    Masao Ōkubo
    Hideaki Ōba
    Hiroshi Matsuzono
    Masato Satō
    Masafumi Satō
    Rokō Ogiwara
    Kōhei Hatano
  • Original creator
  • Art Director
  • Sound Director
    Katsunori Shimizu
  • Mechanical design
    Kunio Ōkawara
  • Series Composition
    Natsuko Takahashi
  • Storyboard
    Kazuo Yamazaki
    Umanosuke Iida
    Kiyoshi Egami
    Yukihiro Shino
    Yukio Suzuki
    Hiroshi Ishiodori
    Masakazu Hishida
    Yukio Nishimoto
    Masashi Abe
    Yoriyasu Kogawa
    Kazuhito Kikuchi
    Akira Shigino
    Shinji Ishihira
    Masato Tamagawa
    Noriyuki Nakamura
    Mamoru Enomoto
    Kiyotaka Suzuki
    Teruo Sato
    Masao Ōkubo
    Hideaki Ōba
    Hiroshi Matsuzono
    Masato Satō
    Masafumi Satō
    Saburō Hashimoto
    Itaru Saitō
    Kōhei Hatano
  • Music
    Masayuki Yamamoto
    Masaaki Jinbo
  • Character Design
    Futago Kamikita
  • Animation Director
    Tadakazu Iguchi
    Keisuke Watabe
    Hiroyoshi Iida
    Atsuo Tobe
    Akira Amemiya
  • Producer
    Koji Nagai
Production
  • Animation Production
    Tatsunoko Production
    Music
    Opening
    Ep. 1-10
    “Yatterman's Song”
    Ep. 11-17
    “Yatterman's Song”
    Ep. 18-21, 23-28
    “Yatterman's Song”
    “Yatterman's Song Enka Verson”
    Ep. 29-35
    “Yatterman's Song”
    Ep. 36-59
    “Yatterman's Song”
    “Yatterman's Song”
    Ending
    Ep. 1-10
    “diverge”
    Ep. 11-17
    “Kaiki Shitsushoku”
    Ep. 18-24
    “Rensoukyoku”
    Ep. 25-28
    “Now”
    Ep. 36-48
    “Katsunda”
    Ep. 49-60
    “Zero Kara Hajimeru Sutori”