Doraemon: Gadget Cat from the Future

Original Title:ドラえもん (2005)

Languages:

  • English: Doraemon: Gadget Cat from the Future
  • Japanese: ドラえもん (2005)
  • Chinese: 哆啦A梦
"Doraemon: Gadget Cat from the Future" is the US English adaptation of the 2005 anime series, based on Fujiko F. Fujio's manga "Doraemon". Produced by Shin-Ei Animation, the original series premiered in Japan on April 15, 2005. The English adaptation, by Bang Zoom! Entertainment, premiered on Disney XD in the United States on July 7, 2014. This version heavily modified the original, making it more relatable to American audiences. Changes included replacing Japanese text with English, setting the story in an American town instead of Tokyo, and editing content to meet American broadcast standards. The series ran for two seasons with a total of 52 episodes, and has been broadcast in numerous other countries. Despite its popularity, the adaptation has drawn criticism for its alterations and censorship, with some viewers preferring the original Japanese setting. Nevertheless, "Doraemon" remains a significant piece of Japanese culture and continues to be beloved worldwide.