Netflix’s latest anime series, Pluto, introduces a plethora of endearing characters. There’s Atom, an adorable robot capable of shattering the sound barrier. Then, we have Brando and Hercules, a duo who, despite being rivals, understand each other better than anyone. Next is Epsilon, who cares for the children orphaned by the 39th Central Asian War, while North No. 2 yearns to learn music from his new master, the brilliant composer Mr. Duncan, who lost his vision due to a serious illness. However, amidst these shining stars, one character shines even brighter: Inspector Gesicht, a highly intelligent robot working for Europol, hell-bent on finding the one responsible for killing his friends.

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Who Is Inspector Gesicht?

Pluto introduces Inspector Gesicht as a calm, calculated officer from Europol who doesn’t speak to anyone if it’s not necessary. Unlike others in his line of work, Gesicht doesn’t jump...