Overview
- The upcoming anime series Nyaight of the Living Cat anticipates a “nyandemic, ”as a bizarre virus transforms people into cats.
- Scheduled for global release in July on Crunchyroll, with Sony Pictures handling distribution in Asian markets.
- This parody of zombie films is crafted by OLM, featuring Takashi Miike in the role of executive director.
The anime adaptation Nyaight of the Living Cat, inspired by the works of Hawkman and Mecha-Roots, has released a captivating new trailer that hints at an impending “nyandemic.”While the exact release date remains unconfirmed, audiences are cautioned to avoid physical interactions—no petting, hugging, or even nose boops—lest they find themselves among the legion of transformed cats.
This feline catastrophe is set to premiere this July, with Crunchyroll taking the lead on global streaming rights, while Sony Pictures will distribute in Asia and Japan.
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Insights on Nyaight of the Living Cat
Plot, Staff, and Background Information
Nyaight of the Living Cat is a humorous take on the classic Night of the Living Dead narrative. The plot revolves around a strange virus that causes people who come into contact with cats to transform into them. The challenge lies in resisting the persistent temptation to pet these adorably dangerous creatures. The series is produced by the talented team at OLM, distinguished for projects like The Apothecary Diaries, and directed by Tomohiro Kamitani. Esteemed filmmaker Takashi Miike serves as the executive director, while the screenplay is crafted by Shingo Irie, with character designs by Takao Maki, and the musical score composed by Koji Endo.
The Japanese voice cast has been announced, showcasing an array of characters:
- Masaaki Mizunaka, known for his role as Ryuen Kakeru in Classroom of the Elite, voices Kunagi, a mysterious cat café worker with amnesia and exceptional physical skills.
- Reina Ueda, famed for her portrayal of Cha Hae-in in Solo Leveling, voices Kaoru, a cat-loving high school student at Sabion High School who works at her brother’s cat café, “Megokoro Nekome.”
- Reiji Kawashima, known for his role as Fushi in To Your Eternity, voices Arata, a former track and field athlete turned cat enthusiast who becomes deeply fond of Kunagi after being saved from transformation.
- Yu Serizawa, who plays Mini Yaemori in Rent-A-Girlfriend, voices Tsutsumi, a cat enthusiast who navigates her love for felines while managing a severe allergy.
- Subaru Kimura, noted for his role as Aoi Todo in JUJUTSU KAISEN, voices Len Ward, the oldest son of a family famous for their legendary defense against cats.
- Yoshiki Nakajima, who plays Yo Uei in Dr. STONE, voices Masaki Ward, another son in the Ward family, known for their historic battles against cats.
- Hiroki Yasumoto, renowned for his role as Elfman Strauss in Fairy Tail, voices Tanishi, a dedicated customer at Kunagi’s café.
- Ryota Takeuchi, who voices Elias Ainsworth in The Ancient Magus’ Bride, takes on the role of Gaku, the owner of “Megokoro Nekome”and Kaoru’s elder brother, who employs Kunagi.
Nyaight of the Living Cat is set to air on Crunchyroll worldwide this July.
Reference: Press Release
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