Original
04/15/2017 - 07/08/2017 Finished
Atom: The Beginning (アトム ザ・ビギニング)
Japan in the near future suffers an unexplained major disaster. Five years later, reconstruction is well underway. Two young researchers at a university are pinning all their hopes on robot development. Now their new interpretation of the eternal hero Astro Boy up until his birth is just about to start! (Source: Showgate)
12
Total episodes
12
Canon episodes
0
Filler episodes
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Canon episodes · 12 Filler episodes · 0
Every season
Seasons and sequels
You may wonder, how many seasons does Atom: The Beginning have? Well, currently Atom: The Beginning has a total of 4 official seasons. Below is a complete list of the anime's seasons, arranged chronologically, including prequels, sequels, and canonical spin-offs.
Discover all seasons and episodes of this anime in broadcast order. Each season develops a key part of the story, introducing new characters, story arcs, and important events. Select any season to view detailed information such as the number of episodes, release dates, and a complete plot description.
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Watch order: filler vs canon
You're in luck! Atom: The Beginning doesn't have a single filler episode: all 12 episodes are canon. It's a faithful adaptation of the original manga, so you can enjoy it from first to last without skipping anything or checking any list of expendable episodes.
The 12 episodes of Atom: The Beginning aired in 2017 and follow the story's chronological order. There are no transition episodes, no needless recaps, no arcs invented by the studio: every chapter advances the main plot and develops the characters just as the source material does.
In short, the watch order for Atom: The Beginning is as simple as it gets: start at episode 1 and keep going to episode 12 without detours. If you came looking for which Atom: The Beginning episodes are filler so you could skip them, the answer is that there aren't any.
Episode by episode
Complete guide by season
12 Episodes
| # | Episodes | Aired | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Birth of the Mighty Atom04/15/2017 | 04/15/2017 | Canon |
| 2 | Bewusstsein04/22/2017 | 04/22/2017 | Canon |
| 3 | Pursuing the Respective Leads04/29/2017 | 04/29/2017 | Canon |
| 4 | Welcome to Nerima U Festival05/06/2017 | 05/06/2017 | Canon |
| 5 | Step On It! Maruhige Shipping05/13/2017 | 05/13/2017 | Canon |
| 6 | Lab 7's Annihilation!05/20/2017 | 05/20/2017 | Canon |
| 7 | Ran and Princess Teru05/27/2017 | 05/27/2017 | Canon |
| 8 | Robot Wrestling06/10/2017 | 06/10/2017 | Canon |
| 9 | Six is Unfit to Fight06/17/2017 | 06/17/2017 | Canon |
| 10 | Battle Royal06/24/2017 | 06/24/2017 | Canon |
| 11 | A Dialogue07/01/2017 | 07/01/2017 | Canon |
| 12 | Beginning07/08/2017 | 07/08/2017 | Canon |
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Common questions
Frequently asked questions
How many seasons does Atom: The Beginning have?
Atom: The Beginning has a total of 4 seasons. The series is completed. Each season is divided into multiple episodes with stories that advance the main plot of the anime.
How many episodes does Atom: The Beginning have?
In total, Atom: The Beginning has 12 episodes distributed across its 4 seasons. You can consult the complete episodes table to see the breakdown by season.
What is the best order to watch Atom: The Beginning?
It is recommended to watch Atom: The Beginning in chronological broadcast order. This means starting from season 1 and continuing sequentially to the last season. Check our watch order guide which includes information about filler vs canon episodes for an optimal experience.
Where can I watch Atom: The Beginning online?
Atom: The Beginning is available on various legal streaming platforms. Check the platforms section at the top of this page to see where it's currently available. Options may vary depending on your geographic region.
Is Atom: The Beginning a complete anime?
Yes, Atom: The Beginning is a completed anime. All seasons have already aired and you can enjoy the series in its entirety without waiting for new episodes.
How much filler does Atom: The Beginning have?
No, Atom: The Beginning does not have filler episodes. All its episodes are canon and faithfully follow the original manga story, so you can watch all episodes without worrying about skipping anything.
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