Arabian Nights: The Adventures of Sinbad

This anime, produced by Toei Animation with a screenplay by Tezuka Osamu and input from novelist Kita Morio, follows Sinbad and a boy named Ali as they stow away on the transport ship "Boulder." After earning the captain’s favor, they secure their rightful spots onboard. When the princess Samir flees from a scheming minister who wants to force her into marriage, she boards the ship, and Sinbad steps in to protect her. Their journey becomes a whirlwind of adventure, including a fierce clash with a monstrous bird guarding precious diamonds. The story weaves thrilling highs and lows, staying true to the dramatic spirit of the original tale.