Netflix's 'Devil May Cry' Anime Set for April 3 Release with Limp Bizkit Theme
The adaptation of Capcom's iconic video game franchise aims to capture a nostalgic early 2000s vibe under the creative vision of Adi Shankar.
- The eight-episode 'Devil May Cry' anime will premiere on Netflix on April 3, 2025, with animation by Studio Mir and creative direction from Adi Shankar.
- The opening credits feature Limp Bizkit's 'Rollin',' reflecting Shankar's vision of a late 1990s and early 2000s aesthetic inspired by the PlayStation 2 era.
- Johnny Yong Bosch, known for voicing Nero in the games, will voice Dante in this adaptation, which focuses on a younger version of the character.
- The series is loosely inspired by 'Devil May Cry 3: Dante’s Awakening' and introduces new demons while paying homage to the franchise's lore and iconic elements.
- Fans have expressed mixed reactions to the opening's visual style and music choice, but anticipation remains high for Netflix's latest video game adaptation.