Pluto Episode 5: Episode 5
Manga chapter 33-40
Canon/HIGH
OSHIMETER
9.8
51 Fans
5
4
3
2
1
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OSHIMETER
9.8
51 Fans
5
4
3
2
1
PacingVisualWritingEmo ImpactSoundtrack
QUICK TAKES
aejizone
Verifiedthis episode is a slow burn that finally starts giving answers. the pacing is deliberate, heavy on flashbacks and emotional weight. tenma's arrival feels convenient but the emotional payoff lands. the show's still gripping, still beautiful. worth the watch.
inochi
VerifiedThis episode is a roller coaster of emotions. it really interesting to see robots thinking like humans and reflected on their past.
homotron3799
VerifiedGESICHT FINDING OUT THE TRUTH ABOUT HIS OWN MEMORIES BROKE ME INTO A MILLION PIECES. the way urasawa builds this slow burn of dread and heartbreak is genuinely unmatched. every robot feeling more human than actual humans and i am NOT emotionally equipped for this
kura_yena1211
VerifiedBro not all the super robots going and getting killed like flies. We see the genius at work, GO DR. TENMA!
oh wait he's kinda crazy.. like all geniuses are.. overall great episode pacing is absolutely to my liking.
oh wait he's kinda crazy.. like all geniuses are.. overall great episode pacing is absolutely to my liking.
jebii
VerifiedMyster? Crime? Action? With a series of mixed emotions? This anime offers it all! I really liked how they balanced all this genre into one masterpiece. I really recommend watching this.
rynnohana
VerifiedI really had high hopes for Atom. The story of this episode really made me like this anime even more.
synyster
Verifieda dark and intense episode episode 5 turned out to be.
character lore and the fact that international robot laws can be twisted by something as near to it's creator, this one should be watched with no interruption as some questions are answered but not fully.
character lore and the fact that international robot laws can be twisted by something as near to it's creator, this one should be watched with no interruption as some questions are answered but not fully.
hridoy2026
VerifiedThis episode focuses on what could happen if an AI becomes even more intelligent than humans. The way this concept is presented feels intense and frightening. It is extraordinary how clearly the writing and script explain what such intelligence could lead to.
debprotyusa
VerifiedBrando and Hercules are absolute GOATs! 🥊 The brotherhood is real, but the dread is building so fast. I’m scared!!
elcruz20
VerifiedThe episode’s tension comes not from action, but from the dread of realizing something is fundamentally wrong with the system itself. Plot thickens! As the protagonist itself/himself is mainly involve with killings.
ai666
VerifiedWatching Gesicht struggles to keep it together is painful as his internal conflict catches up with him. That bag dropped like a bomb, making his tragic choices make sense. The manga-style prologue getting real is such a vibe, btw.
surgezx
VerifiedThis episode is almost entirely focused on Gesicht. We also slowly begin to uncover Pluto here. The story remains consistently good and still very interesting. I also noticed that there’s some 3D animation included, it’s really well made and well executed.
lucylu
VerifiedSuch a dark episode. The prison visit to talk to Brau-1589 felt like a psychological thriller. His dialogue was super unexpected and creepy.
cloudstrife
VerifiedThis episode focuses on the past of Gesicht and why they were erased. We also get the face on Pluto, the one Gesicht been hunting the entire anime
barshan
VerifiedThis episode was very emotional. We learn more about Gesicht’s past and his memories. It really added depth to his character.
zojoman
VerifiedThis episode is a MASTERPIECE. Gesicht's memory reveal recontextualizes everything. The question of whether robots can feel hate, and whether that makes them more human or less, is handled with PEAK philosophical depth.
superkingcow
VerifiedAt this point the investigation is basically a giant conspiracy web and every new clue just makes you lean forward like a detective who hasn’t slept in two days.
specialist54
VerifiedA truth is revealed for Gesicht while Darius XIV's time in prison shows he knows more than he lets on. Hercules faces off against the killer robot while Epsilon surveys from above in a brave clash to avenge their fallen loved ones. Dr. Tenma tells of his backstory with Atom.
peanuts
VerifiedThe mystery keep hitting a high pitch! Gesicht’s dark past is finally shown, while the tragic fall of another great robot was totally heartbreaking! Liked how Dr. Tenma brings chilling perspective on "perfection" that will leave you questioning everything!
dimsar
VerifiedThis episode give me "feels bad" emotion as everything seemsly turn personal, we going back to theme where is it okay if robot have emotion, feeling and moral. The dilemma between protecting human and having self identity is heavy in this one. Can't wait to finish this series ><.
EPISODE CONTEXT
Positioned at the midpoint of this eight-episode series, Episode 5 functions as a critical bridge—Episode 4 explored robot empathy through Ochanomizu's compassion, and now the lens turns inward on Gesicht's buried history and the growing anxiety among the world's most powerful robots. This is where Pluto transitions from establishing its mystery to deepening its emotional and thematic stakes. The groundwork laid here directly fuels the escalating tension and major revelations that define the final three episodes.
QUICK TAKES
aejizone
Verifiedthis episode is a slow burn that finally starts giving answers. the pacing is deliberate, heavy on flashbacks and emotional weight. tenma's arrival feels convenient but the emotional payoff lands. the show's still gripping, still beautiful. worth the watch.
inochi
VerifiedThis episode is a roller coaster of emotions. it really interesting to see robots thinking like humans and reflected on their past.
homotron3799
VerifiedGESICHT FINDING OUT THE TRUTH ABOUT HIS OWN MEMORIES BROKE ME INTO A MILLION PIECES. the way urasawa builds this slow burn of dread and heartbreak is genuinely unmatched. every robot feeling more human than actual humans and i am NOT emotionally equipped for this
kura_yena1211
VerifiedBro not all the super robots going and getting killed like flies. We see the genius at work, GO DR. TENMA!
oh wait he's kinda crazy.. like all geniuses are.. overall great episode pacing is absolutely to my liking.
oh wait he's kinda crazy.. like all geniuses are.. overall great episode pacing is absolutely to my liking.
jebii
VerifiedMyster? Crime? Action? With a series of mixed emotions? This anime offers it all! I really liked how they balanced all this genre into one masterpiece. I really recommend watching this.
rynnohana
VerifiedI really had high hopes for Atom. The story of this episode really made me like this anime even more.
synyster
Verifieda dark and intense episode episode 5 turned out to be.
character lore and the fact that international robot laws can be twisted by something as near to it's creator, this one should be watched with no interruption as some questions are answered but not fully.
character lore and the fact that international robot laws can be twisted by something as near to it's creator, this one should be watched with no interruption as some questions are answered but not fully.
hridoy2026
VerifiedThis episode focuses on what could happen if an AI becomes even more intelligent than humans. The way this concept is presented feels intense and frightening. It is extraordinary how clearly the writing and script explain what such intelligence could lead to.
debprotyusa
VerifiedBrando and Hercules are absolute GOATs! 🥊 The brotherhood is real, but the dread is building so fast. I’m scared!!
elcruz20
VerifiedThe episode’s tension comes not from action, but from the dread of realizing something is fundamentally wrong with the system itself. Plot thickens! As the protagonist itself/himself is mainly involve with killings.
ai666
VerifiedWatching Gesicht struggles to keep it together is painful as his internal conflict catches up with him. That bag dropped like a bomb, making his tragic choices make sense. The manga-style prologue getting real is such a vibe, btw.
surgezx
VerifiedThis episode is almost entirely focused on Gesicht. We also slowly begin to uncover Pluto here. The story remains consistently good and still very interesting. I also noticed that there’s some 3D animation included, it’s really well made and well executed.
lucylu
VerifiedSuch a dark episode. The prison visit to talk to Brau-1589 felt like a psychological thriller. His dialogue was super unexpected and creepy.
cloudstrife
VerifiedThis episode focuses on the past of Gesicht and why they were erased. We also get the face on Pluto, the one Gesicht been hunting the entire anime
barshan
VerifiedThis episode was very emotional. We learn more about Gesicht’s past and his memories. It really added depth to his character.
zojoman
VerifiedThis episode is a MASTERPIECE. Gesicht's memory reveal recontextualizes everything. The question of whether robots can feel hate, and whether that makes them more human or less, is handled with PEAK philosophical depth.
superkingcow
VerifiedAt this point the investigation is basically a giant conspiracy web and every new clue just makes you lean forward like a detective who hasn’t slept in two days.
specialist54
VerifiedA truth is revealed for Gesicht while Darius XIV's time in prison shows he knows more than he lets on. Hercules faces off against the killer robot while Epsilon surveys from above in a brave clash to avenge their fallen loved ones. Dr. Tenma tells of his backstory with Atom.
peanuts
VerifiedThe mystery keep hitting a high pitch! Gesicht’s dark past is finally shown, while the tragic fall of another great robot was totally heartbreaking! Liked how Dr. Tenma brings chilling perspective on "perfection" that will leave you questioning everything!
dimsar
VerifiedThis episode give me "feels bad" emotion as everything seemsly turn personal, we going back to theme where is it okay if robot have emotion, feeling and moral. The dilemma between protecting human and having self identity is heavy in this one. Can't wait to finish this series ><.
©手塚プロダクション／浦沢直樹・長崎尚志／「PLUTO」製作委員会
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