Doraemon: Nobita’s Treasure Island

Doraemon: Nobita’s Treasure Island

Year: 2018

Runtime: 108 mins

Language: Japanese

Director: Kazuaki Imai

AnimationFamilyComedyScience FictionFantasy

Inspired by the classic tale of Treasure Island, Nobita dreams of finding his own uncharted island and discovering hidden treasures. Despite the fact that the Earth has already been fully mapped, he embarks on a magical adventure with Doraemon and his friends to find this elusive island and the riches it may hold. Their journey is filled with excitement and unexpected challenges as they search for a place that exists only in Nobita’s imagination.

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Earth, Treasure Island, Pirate Ship, Space

Locations shift from Earth to a moving treasure island that is actually a segment of a high-tech pirate vessel. The pirates attack by sea and time, abducting Shizuka and forcing the crew to pursue across eras. The journey then extends toward space as Captain Silver plans to launch his ship to colonize a new planet, threatening Earth's energy.

🏝️ Island ⚓ Pirate Ship 🌍 Earth 🚀 Space

Last Updated: October 01, 2025 at 12:16

Main Characters – Doraemon: Nobita’s Treasure Island (2018)

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Nobita (Megumi Oohara)

An adventurous and curious boy, Nobita seizes the idea of a treasure island after Doraemon shows him a treasure map. He leads his friends into a voyage that blends myth with time-bending reality. The journey teaches him to value his father Nobisuke and the responsibilities of friendship. By the end, Nobita gains a more mature view of treasure and family.

🎭 Curious 🧭 Adventurous 🤝 Loyal

Doraemon (Wasabi Mizuta)

Doraemon supplies the treasure map and the ship, guiding the group through danger with his gadgets. He acts as the moral compass, warning about Earth's energy drain. He fosters teamwork and provides steady support during the rescue attempts. His calm presence anchors the crew through the time-travel chaos.

🤖 Helpful 🧭 Guide 🧰 Gadgeteer

Shizuka (Yumi Kakazu)

Shizuka joins the voyage eager to explore but is abducted by pirates. She remains brave and resourceful, forming an alliance with Sarah to aid in the rescue. Her steady presence helps balance Nobita's impulsiveness and keeps the group aimed at the goal.

💖 Caring 🧭 Steady 👟 Brave

Gian (Subaru Kimura)

Gian brings strength and boldness, tagging along and helping to create a distraction that allows the rescue to proceed. He shows loyalty to his friends and contributes to the group’s dynamics. His actions demonstrate that courage and friendship often go hand in hand.

💪 Strong 🔥 Bold 🤝 Loyal

Suneo (Tomokazu Seki)

Suneo is playful and clever, using wit to navigate tricky situations. He tags along with the crew and helps plan minor diversions or schemes. Under pressure, he learns to rely more on friends and teamwork.

😏 Cunning 🧠 Smart 🤝 Loyal

Captain Silver (Yo Oizumi)

An antagonist who leads the pirate crew and is the father of Flock and Sarah, driven to collect wealth after his wife’s death. He becomes obsessed with gathering treasure and plans to drain Earth's energy to launch into space. His arc ends with a recognition of his mistakes and a vow to be a better father.

💼 Leader 💎 Obsession 🎭 Complex

Flock (Daiki Yamashita)

A member of the pirate crew who deserts because he cannot accept Captain Silver’s orders. He reveals his sister Sarah and joins the rescue effort, helping to reclaim the ship and restore balance. His choices pivot the story toward confronting family ties and responsibility.

🧭 Rebel 💡 Pragmatic 🤝 Loyal

Sarah (Fumiko Orikasa)

Sarah is Flock’s sister who resembles Shizuka and aids in the rescue. She collaborates with Shizuka to confront Captain Silver’s plans and supports the crew through the crisis. Her actions reinforce the theme that personal connections can steer even a dangerous mission toward redemption.

👭 Sisterly 🧭 Ally 💡 Witty

Nobisuke Nobi (Yasunori Matsumoto)

Nobita’s father, a steady, dependable figure who embodies patient guidance. The adventure leads Nobita to gain a renewed appreciation for his father and the complexities of parenthood. Their evolving relationship highlights the film’s message about family and understanding.

👨 Father 🤝 Understanding 💬 Communication

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🕰️ Time Travel

Time travel drives the plot, letting pirates raid treasures from different eras and turning a simple voyage into a multi-era chase. The moving island and pirate ship bend timelines, creating paradoxes the kids must navigate. Their choices show how actions across time carry consequences for friends, family, and the world.

👨‍👧 Family & Redemption

Family bonds fuel the emotional core as fathers and children confront grief, forgiveness, and responsibility. Captain Silver's obsession is rooted in past losses, while Nobita learns to value his father Nobisuke through the trials. Flock and Sarah's reunion hints that even broken relationships can heal when truth and care prevail.

💎 Treasure & Obsession

The allure of riches drives Captain Silver to reckless plans and a skewed sense of worth. The treasure becomes a symbol of power that corrupts motives and endangers everyone. The story asks whether wealth is worth sacrificing family, ethics, or Earth itself.

🌍 Earth & Responsibility

Earth's energy is threatened when Captain Silver attempts to drain it to reach space. Doraemon warns of ecological catastrophe, framing the adventure as a cautionary tale about greed. The finale emphasizes restraint, stewardship, and the importance of choosing people over profit.

Last Updated: October 01, 2025 at 12:16

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