Dr. Slump and Arale-chan: Hoyoyo! The Great Race Around The World
Dr. Slump and Arale-chan: Hoyoyo! The Great Race Around The World

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Dr. Slump and Arale-chan: Hoyoyo! The Great Race Around The World

1983
Movie
52 min
Japanese

Arale and her friends learn of a World Grand Prix being organised by the Radial Kingdom. The prize is marrying Princess Front (a dead ringer to Ms. Yamabuki) or 1 million dollars. Of course they decide to enter for the money. Not so for Dr. Mashirito; he is going for the princess and will stop at nothing to win! The princess though has her own plan, which involves Ms. Yamabuki, and that of course means even Dr. Slump decides to enter with his trusty Borobo. Let the race begin...

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Director: Toshiki HiranoGenres: Animation, Comedy, Adventure, Sci-Fi

Plot Summary

The eccentric Professor Sembee Norimaki creates a robotic girl named Arale, who possesses superhuman strength and naivete, unaware of her incredible abilities. In this adventure, Arale and her friends participate in a chaotic worldwide race, encountering bizarre challenges and out-of-this-world phenomena. Their journey is filled with the signature humor and slapstick comedy that the Dr. Slump franchise is known for.

Critical Reception

As a film tied to a popular manga and anime series, its reception was primarily within its fanbase. It was appreciated for faithfully capturing the zany humor and character dynamics of the original Dr. Slump, offering a fun and lighthearted cinematic experience for viewers familiar with the series.

What Reviewers Say

  • Delivers the signature chaotic humor and slapstick of the Dr. Slump series.

  • Features a fun, albeit predictable, race around the world with beloved characters.

  • A lighthearted adventure perfect for fans of the anime.

Google audience: Audience reviews for this film, often found within broader discussions of the Dr. Slump franchise, generally highlight its comedic elements and the charm of its characters. Many appreciate the continuity of humor from the manga and TV series, finding it a nostalgic and entertaining watch.

Fun Fact

The film is part of a series of Dr. Slump movies that often served as extensions of the popular manga and anime, giving fans more of the quirky humor and outlandish inventions they loved.

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