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Live-action version of beloved manga debuts to near-perfect Rotten Tomatoes score
The live-action adaptation of Tatsuki Fujimoto's manga, Look Back, directed by Hirokazu Kore-eda, has debuted with a 91% score on Rotten Tomatoes. The film, which follows two teenage aspiring manga artists over 13 years, has been praised for its powerful and moving portrayal of youth and creativity, though one review noted it forces devastation rather than allowing it to wash over the audience. Look Back is set for release in Japan in September 2024, with US and UK releases to follow.
The Omori Manga Is Actually Great
This article discusses the Omori manga adaptation, praising its artistic quality and narrative choices despite some fan criticism. It highlights how the manga streamlines the game's branching paths into a single protagonist arc, arguing this is a necessary and effective approach for the medium. The author defends the adaptation's direction and expresses anticipation for future volumes.
Dragon Ball Super: Beerus release date speculation, story, and everything else we know so far
Dragon Ball Super: Beerus, an enhanced remake of the early arcs of Dragon Ball Super, is slated for a Fall 2026 release in Japan. This new anime will adapt manga chapters 1-4 and potentially include content from the Resurrection F arc, offering a more polished experience for new and returning fans. While a firm release date is not yet set, trailers have confirmed the inclusion of Frieza.
Frieren director says season 3 aims to "surpass" the first two classic seasons because the "mentality is…
Tomoya Kitagawa, director of Frieren: Beyond Journey's End, stated that the upcoming third season aims to surpass the quality of the first two, which are highly acclaimed. The team is currently working on designs, concept art, and storyboards for the Golden Land arc, which will adapt a significant portion of the manga. The new season is slated for release in October 2027.
Modern anime classic Look Back gets its first live-action trailer – and I'm ready to have my heart broken all…
The first trailer for the live-action film adaptation of Tatsuki Fujimoto's manga Look Back has been released. Directed by Hirokazu Kore-eda, the film follows the friendship and careers of two young mangaka, Fujino and Kyomoto, and is set to premiere in Japan on September 11. The trailer highlights the emotional and bittersweet nature of the story, promising a gut-wrenching experience for viewers.
Wasted Chef anime cooks up new teaser trailer
The original anime film Wasted Chef has released its first teaser trailer and announced an accompanying manga adaptation. Written and directed by Takayuki Hirao at studio CLAP, the story follows a young chef's quest in a ruined city. The manga will be published by Kadokawa's Young Ace magazine starting June 4.
1950s manga gets brand new adaptation as The Ribbon Hero
Netflix has unveiled the lead cast, key visual, and teaser trailer for the upcoming anime film The Ribbon Hero, set to premiere on August 8, 2026. The movie is an adaptation of Osamu Tezuka's classic 1953 manga Princess Knight. Produced by Outline Studio and directed by Yuki Igarashi, the film features Saya as the voice of Princess Sapphire.
The Witch Hat Atelier Anime Adaptation Matches the Manga’s Highs and Lows
The anime adaptation of Witch Hat Atelier successfully captures the manga's blend of cozy magic and serious, traumatic events. The series balances moments of hope and wonder with darker themes like accidental harm and memory erasure, mirroring the source material's tone and pacing. This careful balance makes the anime feel true to the life of a young witch entering the magical world, for better and for worse.
Witch Hat Atelier producer clears up production confusion behind the years-in-the-making anime
Producer Hiroaki Kojima clarified that the anime adaptation of Witch Hat Atelier has been in active production for approximately three and a half years, not since 2019 as previously reported. While the anime was announced in 2022, Bug Films officially joined the project in 2023. Kojima expressed gratitude for the production committee's efforts on what was his most time-consuming project.
The One Piece, Anime Versi Remake Tayang Mulai Februari 2027
A new anime adaptation of the One Piece manga, titled The One Piece, will premiere on Netflix in February 2027. Produced by Wit Studio, the series will adapt the East Blue saga, covering the first 50 chapters of the original manga across seven episodes. The announcement was accompanied by a poster depicting a scene from Luffy's childhood with Shanks.
Netflix learns its Steel Ball Run lesson as One Piece anime remake gets set to release 300 minutes of episodes at once
Netflix has confirmed that the One Piece anime remake, produced by Wit Studio, will premiere in February 2027. The series will adapt the first 50 chapters of Eiichiro Oda's manga, aiming to engage a new generation of viewers with modern animation techniques. This release strategy is intended to avoid issues seen with previous adaptations.
The Hundred Line Manga and Stage Play Announced
Too Kyo Games has announced a stage play and manga adaptation for The Hundred Line: Last Defense Academy to celebrate its one-year anniversary. The stage play is scheduled for August 2026, with the manga adaptation set to launch on Manga Up in Winter 2026. A lyric video for the ending theme "Sedum" by Sincere has also been released.
Dragon Ball Super: Beerus Trailer Revealed, Super: Resurrection F Seemingly Teased
Toei Animation has revealed a new trailer for the upcoming anime series Dragon Ball Super: Beerus, set to premiere in Fall 2026. The trailer also teases an enhanced version of the Resurrection F arc. Dragon Ball Super: Beerus will feature newly produced footage, updated visuals and sound, and a reconstructed narrative, building upon the original Dragon Ball Super anime.
Silent Hill f Manga Adaptation Set to Begin April 22, 2026
The manga adaptation of Silent Hill f is set to launch on April 22, 2026, in Young Ace UP magazine. The adaptation will feature a new ending written by the game's original scenario writer, Ryukishi07, with artwork by Gokin Ame. Silent Hill f is a psychological horror game set in 1960s rural Japan, available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.
Fate/Samurai Remnant Manga Volume 1 Cover Illustration Revealed
Type-Moon and Kadokawa have revealed the cover art for the first volume of the Fate/Samurai Remnant manga adaptation, set for release in Japan on April 24, 2026. The illustration, created by @mugetsu_illust, depicts Saber and marks the beginning of the Waxing Moon Ritual narrative.
Netflix's One Piece returns in 2027 for season 3, and it could wrap up one of the manga's best arcs
Netflix's live-action adaptation of One Piece will return in 2027 for its third season, focusing on the Alabasta Arc. Production for the season, which will include new cast members Xolo Maridueña as Portgas D. Ace and Cole Escola as Bon Clay, began in November. Co-showrunner Joe Tracz stated that the arc's complexity necessitated a two-season plan.
Watch the trailer for Science Saru's Ghost in the Shell anime series
A new trailer has been released for the upcoming Ghost in the Shell anime series produced by Science Saru, showcasing a distinct art style reminiscent of the original manga. The series is set to premiere on Prime Video in July, based on Masamune Shirow's manga.
Watch the trailer for Science Saru's Ghost in the Shell anime
A new trailer has been released for the upcoming Ghost in the Shell anime series produced by Science Saru, showcasing a distinct art style reminiscent of the original manga. The series is set to premiere on Prime Video in July, though an exact release date has not yet been announced.
Frieren: Beyond Journey's End season 3 release date, trailer, cast, Golden Land story and more
The third season of Frieren: Beyond Journey's End is slated for an October 2027 release, featuring the Golden Land arc from the manga. Key art reveals the antagonist Macht, one of the Sages of Destruction, and the core cast including Frieren, Fern, and Stark are expected to return. The anime will likely be available on Crunchyroll.
Long-awaited fantasy anime Witch Hat Atelier is getting a same-day English dub and a double-episode premiere
Crunchyroll has announced that the highly anticipated anime adaptation of the manga Witch Hat Atelier will receive a same-day English dub. The series will premiere next month with a double-episode showing. The story follows Coco, a young girl born without magical abilities who becomes an apprentice to a witch named Qifrey.
