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Netflix Debuts The Summer Hikaru Died Anime to Widespread Praise

Produced by CygamesPictures under Ryōhei Takeshita, this adaptation blends eldritch horror with emotional depth, set for weekly release through mid-September

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Overview

  • The first episode of the 12-part series premiered globally on Netflix and on Abema in Japan on July 5, 2025.
  • Adapted from Mokumokuren’s acclaimed horror manga, the story follows two teenage friends in a rural village as grief and an otherworldly possession test their bond.
  • Chiaki Kobayashi and Shuichiro Umeda lead the voice cast as Yoshiki and Hikaru, earning praise for performances that capture the anime’s emotional stakes.
  • Viewers have lauded the series for its atmospheric direction, faithful adaptation of key manga moments, and its blend of unsettling imagery with quiet dread.
  • New episodes will arrive each Saturday through September 20, 2025, guiding audiences week by week deeper into the Mystery.