The anime community is mourning the loss of mangaka Akira Toriyama, the creator of beloved works like Dragon Ball and Dr. Slump. While Dragon Ball remains his most famous creation, Dr. Slump also holds a special place in many fans’ hearts.
Akira Toriyama is a living legend in the world of manga and anime, best known for creating the immensely popular Dragon Ball series. However, one of his earlier works that gained significant popularity is the comedy series Dr. Slump, which ran from 1980 to 1984.
Dr. Slump is a whimsical and humorous story set in a fictional village called Penguin Village. It follows the misadventures of the brilliant inventor Senbei Norimaki, his robot creation Arale, and a quirky cast of characters. The series is known for its satire, slapstick humor, and Toriyama’s signature art style.
It’s worth noting that while Dr. Slump may not have the same level of global recognition as Dragon Ball, it remains a beloved classic anime, showcasing Toriyama’s unique storytelling abilities and comedic brilliance.
Is Dr. Slump on Crunchyroll?
The Dr. Slump series and movies are unavailable to stream on Crunchyroll. However, fans can still enjoy Dr. Slump’s content through other means.
The Crunchyroll Store offers various Dr. Slump materials, including Akira Toriyama’s manga volumes.
Additionally, fans can purchase physical copies of the five Dr. Slump movies: Hello! Wonderland; Space Adventure!; The Great Race Around the World; The Secret of Nanaba Castle; and The City of Dreams, Mechapolis.
Where to Watch Dr. Slump in the US
For viewers in North America, especially in the United States, there are a couple of viable streaming options to watch the classic 1980s anime Dr. Slump by Akira Toriyama:
Tubi:
In 2021, Tubi (Fox’s free ad-supported streaming service) partnered with Toei Animation to expand its anime catalog.
- As part of this deal, Tubi acquired the rights to stream Dr. Slump.
- The series is available on Tubi with the original Japanese audio and English subtitles.
Amazon Prime Video:
Depending on the user’s region within the US, Dr. Slump may also be available for streaming on Amazon Prime Video.
However, this option seems to have more limited availability than Tubi.
Unfortunately, as you mentioned, legal streaming options for Dr. Slump are currently quite limited for viewers outside of North America. The information provided indicates the struggle to find platforms to watch this classic series in other regions.
