Future Boy Conan
A post-apocalyptic adventure radiating vibrant optimism where a super-powered boy and a telepathic girl traverse a flooded world. It blends high-flying steampunk action with a soulful reverence for nature, establishing the visual poetry of Studio Ghibli.
Future Boy Conan
Future Boy Conan

未来少年コナン

04 April 1978 — 31 October 1978 Japan 1 season 26 episode Ended ⭐ 8.4 (208)
Cast: Noriko Ohara, Mieko Nobusawa, Kazuyo Aoki, Ichiro Nagai, Rihoko Yoshida
Animation Sci-Fi & Fantasy Action & Adventure Family
Nature vs. Industry The Resilience of Youth Redemption and Forgiveness The Danger of Past Technology

Future Boy Conan - Characters & Cast

Character Analysis

Conan

Noriko Ohara

Archetype: The Innocent Hero
Key Trait: Superhuman toe strength

Motivation

To keep his promise to protect Lana and find a future where they can live in peace.

Character Arc

Starting as an isolated boy on Remnant Island, Conan ventures into the world driven by his love for Lana. He evolves from a simple survivor into a symbol of hope, whose unwavering morality and superhuman strength inspire former enemies to change their ways. He ultimately leads the survivors to a new land.

Lana

Mieko Nobusawa

Archetype: The Heart / The Mystic
Key Trait: Telepathy with birds

Motivation

To protect her grandfather Dr. Lao and prevent solar energy from being used for war.

Character Arc

Initially a damsel in distress, Lana reveals a deep inner strength and telepathic ability. She serves as the moral compass of the series, refusing to give in to Industria's threats. Her connection to her grandfather and nature makes her the key to the world's future, and she matures into a brave leader who risks her life for Conan.

Captain Dyce

Ichiro Nagai

Archetype: The Lovable Rogue
Key Trait: Opportunistic but good-hearted

Motivation

Self-preservation and profit, eventually shifting to loyalty and affection for Monsley.

Character Arc

Dyce begins as a comical villain kidnapping Lana for Industria but grows disillusioned with Lepka's cruelty. He undergoes a chaotic redemption, shifting from a selfish opportunist to a loyal ally of Conan. His arc concludes with him becoming a dependable figure and marrying Monsley.

Monsley

Rihoko Yoshida

Archetype: The Redeemed Soldier
Key Trait: Cynicism turned to hope

Motivation

Order and survival, later shifting to hope and love.

Character Arc

A hardened commander who views the world with cynicism due to her childhood trauma from the war. Her encounters with Conan's optimism chip away at her armor. She eventually turns against Lepka, reclaiming her humanity and deciding to live peacefully on High Harbor.

Cast

Noriko Ohara as Conan (voice)
Mieko Nobusawa as Lana (voice)
Kazuyo Aoki as Jimsy (voice)
Ichiro Nagai as Dyce (voice)
Rihoko Yoshida as Monsley (voice)
Tetsuo Mizutori as Additional Voices (voice)
Takuzō Kamiyama as Additional Voices (voice)
Norio Wakamoto as Additional Voices (voice)
Masato Yamanouchi as Dr. Briac Lao (voice)
Iemasa Kayumi as Lepka (voice)
Issei Futamata as Additional Voices (voice)
Hiroshi Masuoka as Additional Voices (voice)
Sho Saito as Additional Voices (voice)
Takeki Nakamura as Additional Voices (voice)
Kohei Miyauchi as Additional Voices (voice)