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Megumi Ayase
is a magical girl anime television series produced by Studio Pierrot which aired from 1983 to 1984 on Nippon Television. It went on to have four OVA adaptions and featured in other Studio Pierrot special presentations. A three-volume manga was released during the original TV run, with the story written by Kazunori Itō and art by Yuuko Kitagawa. This was the first magical girl anime to be produced by Pierrot, and the first original work from the studio. In 2005, the web poll for TV Asahi's top-100 anime of all time saw ''Creamy Mami, the Magic Angel'' poll 82nd. The series is currently streaming in North America via Tubi, RetroCrush, Amazon Prime, Midnight Pulp, and AsianCrush, as of Spring 2020. Thus far, a limited DVD release of all 52 episodes has been successfully crowd-funded at Anime Sols. Plot Yū Morisawa is an ordinary 10-year-old girl, until she sees a spaceship floating in the sky. Carried into the ship, she helps a friendly alien called Pino Pino find the Fea ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Magical Girl
is a Genre#Subgenre, subgenre of primarily Japanese fantasy media (including anime, manga, light novels, and live-action media) centered on young girls who possess magical abilities, which they typically use through an ideal alter ego into which they can transform. The genre emerged in 1962 with the manga ''Himitsu no Akko-chan'', followed by ''Sally the Witch'' in 1966. A wave of similar anime produced in the 1970s led to being used as a common term for the genre. In the 1980s, the term was largely replaced by "magical girl", reflecting the new popularity of shows produced by other studios, including ''Magical Princess Minky Momo'' and ''Creamy Mami, the Magic Angel''. In the 1990s, ''Sailor Moon'' redefined the genre by combining "transforming hero" elements from live-action hero shows. The growth of late-night anime in the early 2000s led to a demographic shift for the genre, where series with more mature themes such as ''Magical Girl Lyrical Nanoha'' (2004) were created ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Anime
is a Traditional animation, hand-drawn and computer animation, computer-generated animation originating from Japan. Outside Japan and in English, ''anime'' refers specifically to animation produced in Japan. However, , in Japan and in Japanese, describes all animated works, regardless of style or origin. Many works of animation with a Anime-influenced animation, similar style to Japanese animation are also produced outside Japan. Video games sometimes also feature themes and art styles that are sometimes labelled as anime. The earliest commercial Japanese animation dates to 1917. A characteristic art style emerged in the 1960s with the works of cartoonist Osamu Tezuka and spread in the following decades, developing a large domestic audience. Anime is distributed theatrically, through television broadcasts, Original video animation, directly to home media, and Original net animation, over the Internet. In addition to original works, anime are often adaptations of Japanese ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kazuhiko Inoue
is a Japanese actor, voice actor, narrator and singer. His notable works include Anthony Brown in '' Candy Candy'', Joe Shimamura in the 1979 iteration of '' Cyborg 009'', Jerid Messa in '' Mobile Suit Zeta Gundam'', Kakashi Hatake in ''Naruto'', Kars in '' JoJo's Bizarre Adventure'', Toichirou Suzuki in '' Mob Psycho 100'', Gildarts Clive in '' Fairy Tail'', Yoriichi Tsugikuni in '' Demon Slayer'', and Neuras in '' Metaphor: ReFantazio''. Biography Since his debut in 1973, he became one of Japan's most well established voice actors. His early roles from the 1970s include Anthony in '' Candy Candy'', and later as Joe in the 1979 iteration of '' Cyborg 009''. In the 1980s, Inoue's work ranged from the adult-oriented '' Oishinbo'' (The Gourmet) to the popular '' Legend of Heavenly Sphere Shurato'' for the younger generation. More recently, he is known internationally for roles such as Kars in JoJo's Bizarre Adventure, Kakashi Hatake in ''Naruto'', Eiri Yuki in ''Gravitation ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Saeko Shimazu
is a Japanese actress, Voice acting in Japan, voice actress and narrator from Isehara, Kanagawa, Isehara. Shimazu is notable for having had voice roles in all four of the major anime television series based on the works of Rumiko Takahashi - she played Shinobu Miyake in ''Urusei Yatsura'', Sayoko Kuroki in ''Maison Ikkoku'', List of Ranma ½ characters#Kodachi Kuno, Kodachi Kuno in ''Ranma ½'', and Abi-hime in ''Inuyasha''. Shimazu is currently a freelancer. Filmography Television animation ;1980 *''Space Warrior Baldios'' (Emily) *''Rescueman'' (Nana) *''Astro Boy (1980 TV series), Mighty Atom'' (Midori) ;1981 *''Urusei Yatsura'' (Shinobu Miyake) *''Golden Warrior Gold Lightan'' (Emi Takakura, Aishi Raitan) *''Dr. Slump'' (Hiyoko) *''Dokonjō Gaeru'' (Pato) *''Muteking, The Dashing Warrior'' (Kiyomi) ;1982 *''Gyakuten! Ippatsuman'' (Mikaduki Nana) *''Sasuga no Sarutobi'' (Kirigia Mako) *''Combat Mecha Xabungle'' (Rag Uralo) *''Don Dracula'' (Chocola) *''Miss Machiko'' (Riri ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Yū Mizushima
is a Japanese actor, voice actor and narrator. He is the Japanese voice-over for Sammo Hung, and is the Japanese voice of Wakko. In the 1980s, He proved to be a popular choice for many Japanese animation studios for the roles of male heart-throbs in many ''shojo'' anime. In May 2020, Mizushima announced he will take a hiatus in order to undergo vocal cord polyp surgery. Biography Filmography Television animation ;1970s * '' Chojin Sentai Barattack'' (1977) – Mac * '' Choudenji Machine Voltes V'' (1977) – Young Ragooru * '' Galaxy Express 999'' (1978) – Beethoven * '' Dokaben'' (1979) – Tomoaki Takashiro * '' Hana no Ko Lunlun'' (1979) – Serge Flora (Selge) ;1980s * '' Space Emperor God Sigma'' (1980) – Kajio * '' Beast King GoLion'' (1981) – Isamu Kurogane (" Lance") * '' Six God Combination Godmars'' (1981) – Mars/Takeru Myoujin * '' Tokimeki Tonight'' (1982-1983) – Shun Makabe * '' Creamy Mami, the Magic Angel'' (1983) – Toshio Otomo * '' Persia, the ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Yūko Mita
is a Japanese actress and voice actress from Setagaya, Tokyo. She is known for playing gentle, sexy '' bishōjo'' (such as Akemi Roppongi in '' Maison Ikkoku'') as well as many roles of young boys. Her hobbies include tennis and skiing. She is employed by the talent management firm Aoni Production. Filmography Anime *'' Anmitsu Hime'' (Amaguri no Suke) *'' Aishite Night'' (Hashizō) *'' Akuma-kun'' (Akuma-kun) *'' Anpanman'' (Eclair-san, Bananaman, Popo, Penguin-kun) *'' Battle Athletes Victory ReSTART!'' (Stella Rosnovsky) *'' Captain Tsubasa'' (Andre) *'' Cinderella Monogatari'' (Palette) *'' City Hunter'' (Sayaka Isegami (ep.10)) *'' Detective Conan'' (Kazuki Kinukawa) *'' Dr. Slump'' (Turbo, Tsururin Tsun) *'' Dragon Ball'' (Turbo) *'' Dragon Ball Z Special 1: Bardock, The Father of Goku'' (Seripa) *'' Dragon Quest'' (Daisy) *'' Edokko Boy Gatten Tasuke'' (Bonten Marutasuke, Daisuke) *'' Fighting Foodons'' (Pitan) *'' GeGeGe no Kitaro'' (3rd series) (Neko Musume) *''GeGe ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kaneta Kimotsuki
was a Japanese actor and voice actor. Career During his life he had been attached to TBS broadcast theater company and then Aoni Production, Production Baobab, he became a director of his own agency 21st century FOX; he was attached to 81 Produce at the time of his death. He was known to voice many characters in anime series for 62 years. He appeared in children's anime and educational programmes. In addition to ''Doraemon'', he had prominent roles in '' Cyborg 009'' (as 007/Great Britain), Dracula ( Kaibutsu-kun), Kemumaki Kemuzou ( Ninja Hattori-kun), Pāyan ( Perman), Iyami (Osomatsu-kun), Quackerjack ( Darkwing Duck), Tom (Tom and Jerry), Benzou Karino ( Kiteretsu Daihyakka), Horrorman ( Soreike! Anpanman), Conductor ( Galaxy Express 999) and Jiminy Cricket (Japanese dub of Pinocchio and all other appearances). He was the mentor of Kappei Yamaguchi. Gian In 1973, he was cast in the Nippon TeleMovie Productions adaptation of Fujiko F. Fujio's ''Doraemon'' series ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Takako Ōta
, also transliterated as Takako Ohta (born August 13, 1967) is a Japanese voice actress and singer, best known for voicing the lead role of Yū Morisawa / Creamy Mami in anime '' Creamy Mami, the Magic Angel''. ''Creamy Mami'' is known as a pioneer of the new marketing strategy, now known as “media mix”. The anime was used to promote a new, unknown idol singer. The real idol singer, Takako Ōta, acted as an idol singer (Creamy Mami) in the anime. The opening theme ''Delicate ni Suki Shite'' was her first song in the real world too. Even though Ōta was a new singer and not a trained voice actress, she voiced Yū/Creamy Mami, with great success. The anime ''Creamy Mami'' has become famous and Ōta gained popularity that still exists today. Anime *'' Adesugata Mahou no Sannin Musume'' (OVA) as Yuu Morisawa/Creamy Mami *''Arion'' as Pio *'' Creamy Mami, the Magic Angel'' (TV) as Yū Morisawa/Creamy Mami *''Creamy Mami, the Magic Angel: Curtain Call'' (OVA) as Yuu Morisawa/Creamy ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
CONtv
Midnight Pulp (formerly CONtv) is an OTT streaming service launched in March 2015 as a joint venture between Cineverse (then known as Cinedigm) and Wizard World (now known as Wizard Entertainment). The service catered towards fans of geek and nerd culture, featuring cult classic films and television series, digital comics, and behind-the-scenes content from Wizard World's Comic Cons. History In November 2017, Cinedigm had announced the launch of a 24/7 "Always On" channel on Amazon-owned streaming platform Twitch. The linear service showcases acquired and original programming from CONtv's library. On February 5, 2019, Viewster was acquired by Cinedigm and, on June 13, 2020, would merge with CONtv and rebranded as CONtv Anime. The service was later rebranded as Midnight Pulp in 2023. Programming Original Programming *''Fight of the Living Dead'' - Following digital celebrities as they fight to survive a "real-world" Zombie Apocalypse. *''Last Fan Standing'', a game show h ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Amazon Prime
Amazon Prime (styled as prime) is a paid subscription service of Amazon which is available in many countries and gives users access to additional services otherwise unavailable or available at a premium to other Amazon customers. Services include logistics through same, one- or two-day delivery of goods, healthcare through the optional perk of One Medical primary care services, entertainment through streaming music, video, e-books, gaming, and grocery shopping services. In April 2021, Amazon reported that Prime had 200 million subscribers worldwide. History Early history In 2005, Amazon announced Amazon Prime as a membership service offering free two-day shipping within the contiguous United States on all eligible purchases for an annual fee of $79 () and discounted one-day shipping rates. Amazon launched the program in Germany, Japan and the United Kingdom in 2007; in France in 2008, in Italy in 2011, in Canada in 2013, in India in July 2016, in Mexico in March 2016, in Austr ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Cineverse
Cineverse Corp. (originally Access IT Digital Media, Inc., and later, Cinedigm) is an American entertainment company headquartered in Los Angeles, California. Cineverse’s businesses encompass digital cinema, streaming channels, content marketing, and distribution. History Early years The company was founded in 2000, under the name Access IT Digital Media, Inc., through a group led by Bud Mayo. Mayo served as director until his retirement in 2010, and subsequently founded Digital Cinema Destinations Corp. In September 2013, the company changed its name to Cinedigm Corp. In January 2011, Chris McGurk became the new chairman and CEO. In July 2011, the company sold its physical and electronic distribution business to Technicolor. The following month, Screenvision acquired UniqueScreen Media, Inc. (USM), the cinema advertising division of Cinedigm Digital Cinema Corp. The companies entered into a long-term agreement, with Cinedigm providing distribution and promotion for Screenvisi ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Tubi
Tubi (stylized as tubi) is an American over-the-top ad-supported streaming television service owned by Fox Corporation since 2020. The service was launched on April 1, 2014, and is based in Los Angeles, California. In 2023, Tubi, Credible Labs, and a few other Fox digital assets were placed into a new division known as the Tubi Media Group. In May 2024, it was reported to have 80 million monthly active users. As of January 2025, it is reported to have 97 million monthly active users. The service was ranked 33rd in ''Fast Company''s "The World's 50 Most Innovative Companies of 2025". History Tubi was founded by Farhad Massoudi and Thomas Ahn Hicks of AdRise in San Francisco, launching in 2014 as a free service under the name Tubi TV. In May 2017, they raised US$20 million in a round of funding from Jump Capital, Danhua Capital, Cota Capital, and Foundation Capital. In June 2019, Tubi announced that it had over 20 million active monthly users, and later in September, the ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
