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Right Stuf Announces Astro Boy Release

posted on 2006-01-05 20:18 EST by Christopher Macdonald

Right Stuf has announced the release of the Astro Boy Ultra Collector's Edition DVD Set 1 for March 28. The 1200 minute set will contain 51 episodes and retail for $129.99

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Right Stuf Announces Astro Boy Release