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'Peleliu: Rakuen no Guernica' Unveils Main Staff, December 2025 Debut

Toei's 2025-2026 lineup press conference revealed the main staff and a visual for the anime movie adaptation of Kazuyoshi Takeda's Peleliu: Rakuen no Guernica (Peleliu: Guernica of Paradise) manga on Thursday. The movie is scheduled to premiere in Japanese theaters on December 5. Gorou Kuji (Mato Seihei no Slave) is directing the anime at Shin-Ei Animation and Fugaku. Junji Nishimura (Nurarihyon no Mago) and Kazuyoshi Takeda are penning the script. Takeda serialized the military drama... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/Uxi3jc4

P.A. Works Adapts 'Alice in Wonderland' Novel as Anime Movie

Production company Shochiku announced an anime movie adaptation of Lewis Carroll's 1865 children's novel Alice in Wonderland on Friday, revealing the main staff, cast, a teaser visual (pictured), and teaser trailer. The movie, titled Fushigi no Kuni de Alice to: Dive in Wonderland, will debut in theaters across Japan on August 29. The story introduces Rise, a modern-day girl who unexpectedly finds herself in Wonderland. Her chance encounter with Alice sets off an enchanting adventure f... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/KBULIvi

'Ballpark de Tsukamaete!' Announces More Cast

The official X account of the Ballpark de Tsukamaete! (The Catcher in the Ballpark!) television anime revealed additional cast on Thursday. The anime series adapting Tatsurou Suga's sports comedy manga will premiere in 2025. Cast Igarashi: Jin Urayama (Summertime Render) Takimoto: Chiharu Sawashiro (Kami no Tou: Ouji no Kikan) Kokoro: Momoko Seto (Liar Liar) Junichi Kitamura (Isekai de Mofumofu Nadenade suru Tame ni Ganbattemasu.) is directing the anime at EMT Squared. Shigeru Murakoshi (Da... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/gRtVMnx

'Beastars' Creator Paru Itagaki Launches 'Taika no Risei' Manga

Renowned manga creator Paru Itagaki, best known for her works Beastars and Sanda, has debuted her latest series, Taika no Risei (Taika's Reason), in the seventh issue of Weekly Shounen Champion on Thursday. This marks Itagaki's second new serialization in three months, following the October 2024 debut of her web manga Ushimitsugao on Champion Cross. Taika no Risei introduces a unique duo as its protagonists: Ao, a high school girl, and Taika, a "dogman." The story blends Ita... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/XLe4yBU

'Ore wa Seikan Kokka no Akutoku Ryoushu!' Unveils Additional Cast, First Promo

The official website for the television anime adaptation of Yomu Mishima's Ore wa Seikan Kokka no Akutoku Ryoushu! (I'm the Evil Lord of an Intergalactic Empire!) light novel revealed on Wednesday three additional cast, key visual, and the first promotional video. Cast Liam Sera Banfield (Child): Kaori Maeda (2.5-jigen no Ririsa) Nias Carlin: Ayana Taketatsu (Youkoso Jitsuryoku Shijou Shugi no Kyoushitsu e) Christiana Leta Rosebreia: Mikako Komatsu (Nozomanu Fushi no Boukensha) Tetsuya... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/wSDsqkU

'Kobayashi-san Chi no Maid Dragon: Samishigariya no Ryuu' Unveils Staff, Cast, Teaser Trailer, June 2025 Release

The official website for the Kobayashi-san Chi no Maid Dragon: Samishigariya no Ryuu (Miss Kobayashi's Dragon Maid: A Lonely Dragon Wants to be Loved) anime movie revealed the staff, cast replacement, teaser visual (pictured), and a teaser trailer on Wednesday. The anime is scheduled to premiere in Japanese theaters on June 27. Voice actress Shiori Sugiura (Mahou Shoujo ni Akogarete) is replacing Tomomi Mineuchi as Ilulu. Staff Director: Tatsuya Ishihara (Hibike! Euphonium) Series Director:... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/P3FCnmY

Manga 'Kimi to Koete Koi ni Naru' Gets TV Anime in Fall 2025

Publishing company Shueisha announced a television anime adaptation of Chihiro Yuzuki's Kimi to Koete Koi ni Naru (With You, Our Love Will Make It Through) manga on Wednesday, scheduled for a Fall 2025 airing. An official website also opened simultaneously, revealing the lead cast and a teaser visual (pictured). Voice actors Manaka Iwami (Tada-kun wa Koi wo Shinai) and Takuya Eguchi (Given) are starring as Asaka Mari and Hidaka Tsunagu, respectively. Yuzuki began serializing the supernatura... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/oRIBvtk

Main Cast of 'Yuusha-kei ni Shosu' Announced for 2025

The official website for the television anime adaptation of Shoukai Rocket's Yuusha-kei ni Shosu: Choubatsu Yuusha 9004-tai Keimu Kiroku (Sentenced to Brave Punishment) light novel revealed the main cast and a second teaser visual on Tuesday. Produced by Studio Kai, the anime is scheduled to premiere in 2025. Voice actors Youhei Azakami (Kamonohashi Ron no Kindan Suiri, Yuuki Bakuhatsu Bang Bravern) and Mayu Iizuka (Cue!, Netoge no Yome wa Onnanoko ja Nai to Omotta?) are starring as Xylo F... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/5aZizdA

Strawberry Prince Jel's 'Tooi-san' Video Series Adapted for Anime Movie in Summer 2025

The Strawberry Memory Vol. Forever!! "Strawberry Prince Best Album Release Party 2025" event announced an anime movie adaptation of band member Jel's Tooi-san video series on Sunday. The movie will open in theaters in Japan in Summer 2025. Jel is credited for the planning, script, storyboards, character design, and voice acting. Group leader Nanamori. is in charge of planning and overall production. The production committee consists of STPR Inc. and advertising agency Dentsu. Fil... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/5nvQWMx

Manga 'MF Ghost' Concludes in Six Chapters

Publishing company Kodansha announced on Thursday that Shuuichi Shigeno's MF Ghost manga is ending in six chapters. The 12th issue of Weekly Young Magazine will publish the final chapter on February 17, concluding its nearly seven and a half year-run. Shigeno began serializing the racing sports manga in Weekly Young Magazine in September 2017, approximately four years after ending Initial D. Kodansha published the 21st volume on October 4, with the 22nd volume going on sale on February 6. M... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/2NtRX4H

Additional 'Ãœbel Blatt' Cast Members Announced

The official website of the Ãœbel Blatt (Ubel Blatt) television anime revealed nine additional cast on Saturday. The anime series adapting Etorouji Shiono's dark fantasy manga began airing on January 11 at 12:30 a.m. on Tokyo MX, followed by BS Nippon Television, Kansai Television, and AT-X. Amazon Prime will stream the anime worldwide. Cast Zeffi: Gen Satou (Dr. Stone) Rozen: Kenji Hamada (Odd Taxi) Ichfeis: Tomohiro Ono (Tomodachi Game) Elsaria Rahnclave: Kaori Maeda (Isekai de Cheat... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/MsVt3aQ

'Versailles no Bara' Movie Reveals Additional Cast, Character Trailer

The official website of the Versailles no Bara (The Rose of Versailles) anime movie revealed seven supporting cast and a character trailer on Friday. The new anime adapting Riyoko Ikeda's historical drama manga will open in Japan on January 31. Cast Madame de Noailles: Fumi Hirano (Urusei Yatsura) Louis XV: Houchuu Ootsuka (Tensei shitara Slime Datta Ken) Rosalie Lamorlière: Saori Hayami (Spy x Family) Colonel d'Agoult: Jin Yamanoi (Seijo no Maryoku wa Bannou desu) General Boui... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/nykKTO1

Main Cast, Staff of 'Shirobuta Kizoku desu ga Zense no Kioku ga Haeta node Hiyoko na Otouto Sodatemasu' Unveiled for Summer 2025

Production company Nikkatsu opened an official website for the Shirobuta Kizoku desu ga Zense no Kioku ga Haeta node Hiyoko na Otouto Sodatemasu (I'm the White Pig Nobleman, but With the Memories of My Previous Life, I'll Raise My Little Brother) television anime on Friday, revealing the main cast, staff, first key visual, and first promotional video. The anime series adapting Yashiro's comedy fantasy light novel will air in Summer 2025. Voice actresses Misaki Kuno (Nanatsu no Tai... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/cdiFEZx

Light Novel 'Mizu Zokusei no Mahoutsukai' Gets TV Anime in Summer 2025

Television broadcast company TBS opened an official website for a television anime adaptation of Tadashi Kubou's Mizu Zokusei no Mahoutsukai Daiichibu (The Water Magician) light novel on Friday, revealing the main cast, staff, teaser visual (pictured), and first promotional video. The anime is scheduled to premiere on TBS in July 2025. Cast Ryou: Ayumu Murase (Mairimashita! Iruma-kun) Abel: Kazuki Ura (Blue Lock) Sera: Kaede Hondo (Majo no Tabitabi) Staff Director: Hideyuki Satake (Dungeon... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/42PJkpn

Manga 'xxxHOLiC: Rei' Resumes Serialization in April 2025

Publishing company Kodansha announced on Thursday that manga artist group CLAMP's xxxHOLiC: Rei (xxxHOLiC Rei) manga will resume serialization in Weekly Young Magazine's 21st issue on April 21. A sequel to xxxHOLiC, the xxxHOLiC: Rei manga began in Weekly Young Magazine in March 2013. After a nine-month hiatus from July 2014 to April 2015, it continued on an irregular schedule, with the most recent chapter released in March 2017. Although CLAMP announced in April 2022 that the manga w... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/KQV4JEr

'Tougen Anki' Unveils Production Staff, Additional Cast, First Promo, Summer 2025 Premiere

The official website for the television anime adaptation of Yura Urushibara's Tougen Anki manga revealed five additional cast, production staff, first key visual (pictured), and the first promotional video. The anime is scheduled to premiere on NTV in July 2025. Cast Homare Byoubugaura: Manaka Iwami ("Oshi no Ko") Ikari Yaoroshi: Shougo Sakata (Chainsaw Man) Juuji Yusurube: Natsuki Hanae (Dandadan) Rokuro Kiriyama: Kaito Miura Kuina Sazanami: Aimi (BanG Dream!) Staff Director: Ato... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/fn7OhZs

Video Game 'Ghost of Tsushima' Gets Anime in 2027

An anime adaptation of Sucker Punch Productions' Ghost of Tsushima video game was announced by Crunchyroll at the Sony Group Corporation's CES 2025 press conference on Monday. The anime series will draw inspiration from the original game and its multiplayer co-op expansion, Ghost of Tsushima: Legends. Set to premiere exclusively on Crunchyroll in 2027, the anime will share the same title as the Legends expansion. Takanobu Mizuno (Star Wars: Visions) is helming the anime at Kamikaze Do... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/1nbTLB4

Manga 'Fermat no Ryouri' Gets Anime

The February 2025 issue of Monthly Shounen Magazine announced a television anime adaptation of Yuugo Kobayashi's Fermat no Ryouri (Fermat's Cuisine) manga on Monday. The official website also revealed an illustration (pictured) drawn by Kobayashi to commemorate the announcement. Kobayashi (Ao Ashi) began serializing the gourmet manga in Monthly Shounen Magazine in September 2018. Kodansha published the fourth volume in September 2023. Fermat no Ryouri has a cumulative 500,000 copies of... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/t7RxYp5

Light Novel 'Kizoku Tensei' Gets TV Anime

A television anime adaptation of Nazuna Miki's Kizoku Tensei: Megumareta Umare kara Saikyou no Chikara wo Eru (Noble Reincarnation: Born Blessed, So I'll Obtain Ultimate Power) light novel was announced at the GA Fes 2025 event on Saturday. Production company Pony Canyon simultaneously opened an official website, revealing a teaser visual (pictured). Miki began penning the adventure fantasy novel on the Shousetsuka ni Narou website in February 2019. SB Creative began publishing the tit... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/HMBGIcu

'Isshun de Chiryou shiteita noni Yakutatazu to Tsuihou sareta Tensai Chiyushi, Yami Healer toshite Tanoshiku Ikiru' Unveils Additional Cast, Second Teaser Promo

The GA Fes 2025 event revealed three additional cast, a key visual (pictured), and second teaser promo for the television anime adaptation of Sakaku Hishikawa's Isshun de Chiryou shiteita noni Yakutatazu to Tsuihou sareta Tensai Chiyushi, Yami Healer toshite Tanoshiku Ikiru (The Brilliant Healer's New Life in the Shadows) light novel on Saturday. The anime will premiere in April 2025. Cast Zophia: Anna Nagase (Isekai Suicide Squad) Lynga: Mashiro Hitaka Loewe: Sayaka Kikuchi (Ningen Fu... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/yW26U34

Second Season of 'True Beauty' Anime Announced

A second season for Yeosin Gangnim (True Beauty) was announced following the Japanese premiere of its 13th and final episode on Saturday. The official Japanese X (formerly Twitter) account of the anime also revealed a commemorative visual (pictured). Produced by Studio N and Cocktail Media, the anime series adapting Yaongyi's romantic comedy webtoon streamed exclusively on Crunchyroll from August to October in 2024. Yaongyi serialized the webtoon on the Naver Webtoon platform from April 201... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/AGnyXtN

North American Anime & Manga Releases for January

Here are the North American anime, manga, and light novel releases for January. Week 1: January 7 - 13 Anime Releases Dead Mount Death Play Part 2 Blu-ray Naruto Complete Series Blu-ray [Limited Edition] Manga Releases Adou (A-DO) Vol.6 Amaesasete Hinamori-san! (Spoil Me Plzzz, Hinamori-san!) Vol.2 Ashita Ai Kamoshirenai (Love on the Horizon) Vol.1 Black Clover Vol.36 Blood Night Market Vol.1 Chainsaw Man Vol.17 Cinderella Closet Vol.8 Dark Gathering Vol.11 Douse, Koishite Shimaunda. (Anyway, I&... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/37l6Muy

Q1 2025 Anime & Manga Licenses

In this thread, you'll find a comprehensive list of anime and manga licensed in the third quarter (Jan-Mar) of 2025. Winter 2025 anime which were licensed before the quarter began will also be carried over for convenience. Please note that the anime licenses are for home video release; simulcast acquisitions for Winter 2025 can be found here. Digital releases are noted with an asterisk (*). This post will be continuously updated as more licenses are announced. If you have a license that we... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/rP9ydk4