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'''Speed Racer''' is an anime series made by Tatsunoko in [[the '60s]], that made its way to the [[United States]] (which was, at the time, a rarity). The series was originally a manga, written by Tatsuo Yoshida. | '''Speed Racer''' is an anime series made by Tatsunoko in [[the '60s]], that made its way to the [[United States]] (which was, at the time, a rarity). The series was originally a manga, written by Tatsuo Yoshida. | ||
| − | Stateside, Speed Racer would prove to be highly popular, to the point where it would become a pop culture icon, with toys, games, and various merchandise, and even a film adaptation in the Noughties. | + | Stateside, Speed Racer would prove to be highly popular, to the point where it would become a pop culture icon, with toys, games, and various merchandise, and even a film adaptation in the Noughties (reviewed hilariously by Nostalgia Critic and Bennett the Sage [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V--Tlewc1mo here]). |
The [[English]] dub is well-known for its fast dialogue, which was originally done in order to synchronize with the lip movements of the characters (who were originally animated with [[Japanese]] in mind). | The [[English]] dub is well-known for its fast dialogue, which was originally done in order to synchronize with the lip movements of the characters (who were originally animated with [[Japanese]] in mind). | ||
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*Chim-Chim | *Chim-Chim | ||
*Pops | *Pops | ||
| − | *Racer X | + | *Racer X (aka [[Space Ghost]]) |
*Trixie | *Trixie | ||
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*Partly inspired the visual style of the Matrix series. | *Partly inspired the visual style of the Matrix series. | ||
*Why is the Mach 5 numbered "5"? In [[Japan]]ese, "Go" is how you pronounce the number 5. Since the Japanese title is "Mach Go! Go! Go!", the Mach 5's number is actually a pun on the word "Go" (which is used in the English sense in the title). | *Why is the Mach 5 numbered "5"? In [[Japan]]ese, "Go" is how you pronounce the number 5. Since the Japanese title is "Mach Go! Go! Go!", the Mach 5's number is actually a pun on the word "Go" (which is used in the English sense in the title). | ||
| + | *[[Danielle Pluzsik]] has stated that her dad watched the show when he was a kid. | ||
[[Category:Anime]] | [[Category:Anime]] | ||
[[Category:Sources - Produced in 1967]] | [[Category:Sources - Produced in 1967]] | ||
Latest revision as of 11:49, 29 December 2016
Here he comes, here comes Speed Racer! He's a demon on wheels...
Description[edit]
Speed Racer is an anime series made by Tatsunoko in the '60s, that made its way to the United States (which was, at the time, a rarity). The series was originally a manga, written by Tatsuo Yoshida.
Stateside, Speed Racer would prove to be highly popular, to the point where it would become a pop culture icon, with toys, games, and various merchandise, and even a film adaptation in the Noughties (reviewed hilariously by Nostalgia Critic and Bennett the Sage here).
The English dub is well-known for its fast dialogue, which was originally done in order to synchronize with the lip movements of the characters (who were originally animated with Japanese in mind).
Media Information[edit]
- TV Anime
- Originally a Manga
- Various adaptations also exist.
Made By[edit]
- Tatsunoko
- Trans-Lux (dub)
Country of Origin[edit]
- Japan
- United States (Dub)
Date[edit]
- 1966 (Japan)
- 1967 (United States)
Characters[edit]
- Speed Racer
- Spritle
- Chim-Chim
- Pops
- Racer X (aka Space Ghost)
- Trixie
Used in Poop By[edit]
Further Information[edit]
Main Source for Poopers[edit]
Most of the episodes are available on YouTube
Trivia[edit]
- In Germany, the show was pulled after 3 episodes due to complaints about violence.
- In the '90s, the show rebounded in popularity after a re-airing on cable.
- Partly inspired the visual style of the Matrix series.
- Why is the Mach 5 numbered "5"? In Japanese, "Go" is how you pronounce the number 5. Since the Japanese title is "Mach Go! Go! Go!", the Mach 5's number is actually a pun on the word "Go" (which is used in the English sense in the title).
- Danielle Pluzsik has stated that her dad watched the show when he was a kid.
