Superbook

Superbook

ENDED2 Seasons52 Episodes7.9
NetworkTV Tokyo
First AiredOct 1, 1981
Last AiredSep 26, 1983
Runtime25 min

Superbook, also known as Animated Parent and Child Theatre, is an anime television series initially produced by Tatsunoko Productions in Japan in conjunction with the Christian Broadcasting Network in the United States and more recently solely produced by CBN for global distribution and broadcast. The series chronicled the events of the Bible's Old and New Testaments in its 52 episode run. The first 26 episodes aired from October 1, 1981 to March 29, 1982. The series returned as Superbook II with 26 episodes to air from April 4, 1983 to September 26, 1983. Between both series in the first run was the companion series The Flying House. The Christian Broadcasting Network is currently producing a new Superbook series and has released fourteen episodes.

Cast

Masako Sugaya
Masako Sugaya
Sho Asuka
Katsue Miwa
Katsue Miwa
Azusa Yamato
Hiroshi Masuoka
Hiroshi Masuoka
Zenmai Jikake
Fumio Matsuoka
Fumio Matsuoka
Professor Asuka
R
Runa Akiyama
Yuu Asuka
Eiji Maruyama
Eiji Maruyama
God
Masako Sugaya
Masako Sugaya
Tottori Ryo
A
Asami Mukaidono
Sho Asuka
T
Takako Tsutsui
Azusa Yamato
Koji Totani
Koji Totani
Time Book
Chiyoko Kawashima
Chiyoko Kawashima
Eve
Chiyoko Kawashima
Chiyoko Kawashima
Rebecca

Seasons & Episodes2 seasons · 52 episodes

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E1
E1Where, Oh Where...
Apr 4, 198325m
When Superbook falls onto a computer keyboard, Ruffles, a dog, is accidentally transported back into the ancient time of Abram, the patriarch.
E2
E2Hot Dog
Apr 11, 198325m
The time-travelers come across the city of Sodom, which is about to be destroyed because of its wickedness.
E3
E3The Test of Faith and Obedience
Apr 18, 198325m
The children again come across Abraham, Sarah, and a newly arrived son, named Isaac. Later, the children witness Abraham's nearly attempted sacrifice of Isaac.
E4
E4Love at First Sight
Apr 25, 198325m
The children travel to the Mesopotamian city of Nahor, where they witness a group of people seeking a suitable wife for Abraham's son, Isaac.
E5
E5Father's Pet
May 2, 198325m
The children witness the story of Jacob and his beloved son, Joseph, and how Joseph's jealous brothers sell Joseph into slavery in Egypt.
E6
E6All About Dreams
May 9, 198325m
The children travel to Pharaoh's palace in ancient Egypt where they see Joseph thrown into prison unjustly, only to later be released and given a high position of honor as governor.
E7
E7The Hostage
May 16, 198325m
The time-travelers witness how Joseph, governor of Egypt, successfully deals with famine in Egypt. Also, they witness how Joseph will deal with his lost brothers who came to Egypt for grain.
E8
E8The Family Reunion
May 23, 198325m
The children experience how Joseph tests his brothers to determine whether they are repentant about selling Joseph into slavery years earlier.
E9
E9A Gift From Heaven
May 30, 198325m
The children witness how Egypt no longer welcomes the children of Israel, and how the Israelites are now enslaved and treated brutally. A young man names Moses is coming forth to change things.
E10
E10The Burning Bush
Jun 6, 198325m
The children witness Moses at the burning bush and Moses' demands to Pharaoh to let the Israelites out of bondage and out of Egypt.
E11
E11No More Plagues
Jun 13, 198325m
The time-travelers experience the many plagues sent upon Egypt to punish Pharaoh for not releasing the enslaved Israelites.
E12
E12So You Want To Go Back To Egypt!
Jun 20, 198325m
The children witness how the Red Sea parted to provide the Israelites an escape from the Egyptians, and how the closing of the parted sea downs the Egyptian army.
E13
E13Snakes and a Donkey
Jun 27, 198325m
The children experience a complaining group of Israelites, who are punished with poisonous snakes. But finally after 40 years, Israel begins to rally round Joshua, their new leaders.
E14
E14Worth Fighting For
Jul 4, 198325m
The time-travelers witness how Othniel conquers the Canaanite city of Debir because Caleb promised a daughter as a reward.
E15
E15The Good Left Arm
Jul 11, 198325m
The children witness Ehud's overthrow of King Eglon of Moab. A rebellion has erupted and the Israelites are fighting for their freedom
E16
E16Stick in the Mud
Jul 18, 198325m
In this action-filled episode, the Israelites defeat an invading Canaanite army who gets trapped in the mud.
E17
E17That's a Promise
Jul 25, 198325m
The time-travelers are in ancient Israel when Israel is in a state of war, led by a great but rash general names Jephthah.
E18
E18Just Rewards
Aug 1, 198325m
The children witness the story of Eli and Samuel in the city of Shiloh.
E19
E19A Wonderful Gift
Aug 8, 198325m
The time-travelers nearly become involved in a war, and Israel demands that a king be established.
E20
E20The Mighty Little Shepherd
Aug 15, 198325m
The time-travelers meet a young boy named David, who skillfully uses musical instruments and weapons.
E21
E21The Bigger They Come
Aug 22, 198325m
The children witness the battle between David and Goliath, where the future of Israel as a nation rests upon the outcome.
E22
E22Faithful and True
Aug 29, 198325m
The children witness Saul's jealousy and hatred for David. Saul is determined to kill David, so David flees.
E23
E23David the King
Sep 5, 198325m
David, who has an opportunity to take Saul's life, spares Saul. Finally, David is proclaimed King of Israel after Saul dies in battle.
E24
E24In All His Glory
Sep 12, 198325m
The children experience the dedication of the temple and King Solomon's great wisdom.
E25
E25The Wicked Queen
Sep 19, 198325m
The children almost experience death when Queen Athaliah decides to kill her "rivals" for the throne, but eventually, the Queen is put to death and a just ruler is installed.
E26
E26A Matter Of Time
Sep 26, 198325m
The children find themselves in a country about to be invaded by the might Assyrian army. However, God intervenes and destroys the Assyrians. The children then return to the 20th Century.

About Superbook

Superbook is a animation, action & adventure, drama, kids, family series on TV Tokyo. The show first aired on Oct 1, 1981 and currently has 2 seasons and 52 episodes. Superbook has ended after 2 seasons. It has a rating of 7.9/10 based on 21 votes. The cast includes Masako Sugaya, Katsue Miwa, Hiroshi Masuoka, Fumio Matsuoka, Runa Akiyama.

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