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Solo Leveling is one of the most acclaimed anime in recent times and has been attracting fans across the world. It was adapted from a Korean web novel and follows the animation style of the webtoons. The Korean story plays out exceptionally with Japanese animation and direction.

Sung Jinwoo Solo Leveling | Credit: A-1 Pictures

Solo Leveling has joined the ranks of anime greatness by winning the first-ever prestigious Best Anime Series Award at the Astra TV Awards. This landmark achievement makes it so that the anime’s glory will never fade. The only anime that came close was Attack on Titan, which led to the creation of this category.

It can be said that following Attack on Titan’s historic win earlier in January 2024 at the Astra Awards, Solo Leveling has earned its place at the table of the greats. The International Animated series awards are usually bagged by Western animations,...

The anime adaptation of Solo Leveling has won the Best Anime Series Award in the Astra TV Awards category.

It beat off competition from Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End, Pluto, Ninja Kamui, Blue Eye Samurai, and Scott Pilgrim to the win.

Aleks Le, the English dub voice actor for Sung Jinwoo, accepted the award on behalf of Aniplex, A-1 Pictures, and Crunchyroll during the ceremony held on Dec 8, 2024, at Avalon Hollywood.

A special message from the director Shunsuke Nagashike and producer Sota Furuhashi was also displayed during the event.

Back in July, the nominees were announced for The Astra Awards' first-ever Best Anime Series category. Nominees included Blue Eye Samurai , Frieren: Beyond Journey's End , Ninja Kamui , Pluto , Scott Pilgrim Takes Off and Solo Leveling . The awards have now been revealed, and Solo Leveling took the honors with lead English dub actor Aleks Le accepting the award onstage. After Le's speech, a video popped up with comments from Solo Leveling director Shunsuke Nakashige and Aniplex producer Sota Furuhashi. Related: Frieren: Beyond Journey's End, Solo Leveling and More Nominated for Astra TV Awards Following the first 12-episode season in 2024, Solo Leveling Season 2 -Arise from the Shadow- is set to premiere in January 2025 . Ahead of that, the first two episodes debuted as part of the Solo Leveling -ReAwakening- anime movie. Shunsuke Nakashige will continue to direct the new season at A-1 Pictures. The anime adapts the Korean...

Following up on the broadcast on Adult Swim earlier this year, Jujutsu Kaisen season 1 director Sunghoo Park's Ninja Kamui anime made the leap to a side-scrolling action game on Nintendo Switch in May. A PlayStation 4 version launched on November 14, and now a date is in place for the PC release. Ninja Kamui: Shinobi Origins will launch on Steam on November 28, 2024. Developer G.rev's action game will be priced at $19.99. The game has players taking on the role of Tsukumo as he attempts to thwart Auza's plot to massacre his old ninja allies. As publisher Rainmaker Productions puts it, Shinobi Origins lets you "dive into the mysterious 'beginning' untold in the original anime." Related: Ninja Kamui Anime Gets Ready for Combat in New Visual Sunghoo Park directed the Ninja Kamui anime at E&h Production with character designs by Afro Samurai 's Takashi Okazaki, music by R.O.N and produced by Sola Entertainment.

Jujutsu Kaisen is finally over! With Ryomen Sukuna’s reign of terror finally coming to an end, Chapter 272 brings six years of incredible storytelling to a close, leaving many fans awe-struck. While its final arc wasn’t deemed perfect, the shonen manga still managed to end on a largely high note.

Gojo and fellow classmates in the Premature Death Arc of Jujutsu Kaisen. [Credit: Mappa]

Amid the criticism of a rushed ending, Sukuna’s long-anticipated end was concluded in a single chapter, the fandom was left upset and distressed by the mangaka’s narrative. Though the Jujutsu Kaisen finale left many disappointed, fans shouldn’t lose hope, as the fan-favorite anime’s director has announced a new exciting project that promises a captivating narrative and great production staff, set to dominate online buzz.

Jujutsu Kaisen‘s Director Unveils an Exciting New Original Anime Project

Indeed, Gege Akutami’s Jujutsu Kaisen has...

In an entertainment industry dominated by fantastical blockbusters which often have blatant disregard for physics or reality, you could argue that the "John Wick" franchise might be one of the most cartoonishly fantastical. From the comical way in which every person in New York City seems to be a professional assassin, to the existence of magical bulletproof suits that completely stop the momentum of any projectile, to the many incredible stunts that feel taken out of a Looney Tunes cartoon, the "John Wick" franchise is very close to feeling like a live-action anime. It helps that the ending of "John Wick: Chapter 4" was actually inspired by a classic anime, but now, the franchise is quite literally becoming an anime.

It was reported late last year that "John Wick" would expand its cinematic universe with a new TV show, as well as an anime project. Though at the time we...

Uzumaki was one of the most hotly-anticipated anime adaptations in years, hyped as one of the most faithful adaptations of Junji Ito's most famous manga. Still, episode #2's release quickly hurt fan perception of the anime. The show's noticeable drop in animation quality was remarked upon by several now-deleted posts by Jason DeMarco, co-founder of Toonami from his Bluesky account. While it hardly offers a concrete explanation, the stiff animation and furious fan reaction over Uzumaki episode #2 and the rest of its run is evident in the community.

Junji Ito's original 1998 manga for Uzumaki is a three-volume series that has attained critical acclaim for its haunting imagery and eldritch worldbuilding with Kurouzu-cho's spiral curse. The series is easily the most talked-about creation from the manga horror master, so the expectation from viewers, and in all likelihood, the animators, was that the show could be handled with care. However, given...

Though Ninja Kamui finished airing on Adult Swim earlier in the year, its Japanese broadcast is currently occurring with the series’ 11th episode to air on September 10. To celebrate the fight between Higan and Zai, character designer Takashi Okazaki drew a new visual – one Okazaki wanted to draw since 2017 when he and the director were discussing the series – depicting that clash between once-upon-a-time buddies. Related: Ninja Kamui Anime Attacks from All Directions in Early Preview Video Sunghoo Park directed the Ninja Kamui anime at E&h Production with character designs by Afro Samurai 's Takashi Okazaki, music by R.O.N and produced by Sola Entertainment. The series has been described as such: Ninja Kamui follows Joe Higan who is a Nukenin – a former ninja who escaped his clan and is hiding from his violent past in rural America with his family. One night, he is ambushed by a team of...

The latest animated movie from the respected and storied director Hayao Miyazaki is finally ready to stream on Max. That, of course, is “The Boy and the Heron,” which comes to Max on Friday, Sept. 6. The film centers on a young boy against the backdrop of World War II; when his mother dies, he retreats to the countryside where he finds a world of wonder and sadness he never could have anticipated. See the beauty and complex storytelling of the film with a Subscription to Max.

How to Watch ‘The Boy and the Heron’ When: Friday, Sept. 6 TV: Max Stream: Watch with a Subscription to Max Sign Up $9.99+ / month Max.com About ‘The Boy and the Heron’

“The Boy and the Heron” follows the tale of Mahito, a boy who tragically loses his mother in a hospital fire. He relocates to the country estate of his family, and the magic surrounding the place soon becomes apparent.

Rooster Fighter Manga Gets TV Anime Adaptation: Release Date Predictions Explored - Main Image

The lone rooster that saves humanity is coming to life, as the anime adaptation of Shu Sakuratani’s Rooster Fighter action comedy manga is finally confirmed.

It’s time for anime fans to meet humanity’s last hope—someone who’s not scared of mutant demons roaming around the world.

Here’s what we know so far about the upcoming action, comedy, and parody anime!

Rooster Fighter Officially Gets Anime Adaptation

Viz Media gladly announced the anime adaptation of Shu Sakuratani’s Rooster Fighter (Niwatori Fighter) manga in collaboration with Hero’s Inc. at this year’s San Diego Comic-Con.

A promotional visual for the anime has been posted on the official X (formerly Twitter) account of Rooster Fighter, featuring Keiji, Chik, and the White Demon, as shown below:

Series creator Shu Sakuratani also drew an...

The Astra TV Awards just revealed their nominations for this year's event, and some familiar names popped up thanks to the new Best Anime Series category. Frieren: Beyond Journey's End , Solo Leveling and more are up for a potential win following last year's award that went to Attack on Titan . Since there wasn't a specific anime category last year, Attack on Titan won under the Best Streaming Animated Series or TV Movie category. Here's the full list of nominees for Best Anime Series: Blue Eye Samurai (Netflix) Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End (Crunchyroll) Ninja Kamui (Adult Swim) Pluto (Netflix) Scott Pilgrim Takes Off (Netflix) Solo Leveling (Crunchyroll) Related: Attack on Titan Marks First Anime Win Ever at Astra TV Awards And, for those curious, this year's nominees for Best Animated Series or TV Movie: Big Mouth (Netflix) Clone High (Max) Curses! (Apple TV+) Harley Quinn (Max) Hazbin Hotel (Prime Video) Jurassic World: Chaos Theory...

Junji Ito's Uzumaki anime may release in late 2024 after a long delay. The series was announced in 2019 by Adult Swim but had little news since. Creator Junji Ito shared that one episode met his expectations, hinting at a promising premiere.

After a very long time of no news regarding Junji Ito's Uzumaki anime, fans have received hope for the series with a potential release window. The manga is a popular masterpiece and very few deserve an anime adaptation as much as this horror series.

The anime was announced in August 2019 and was spearheaded by Adult Swim, but there has been little news regarding the project since. The most fans received was a short trailer in 2023, but it seems that the anime is almost here.

"Uzumaki" Anime is scheduled to release later in 2024 according to a recent interview with Junji Ito.1st of 4 Anime Episodes total has already been completed...

Adult Swim has officially renewed Ninja Kamui for a second season, following the success of the first season's popularity. Sola Entertainment is already working on season 2, directed by Sunghoo Park, known for Jujutsu Kaisen season 1. Ninja Kamui's explosive hype led to it becoming the most-watched anime on the Max platform and receiving a game alongside the second season announcement.

Adult Swim has officially renewed its latest anime, Ninja Kamui, for a second season. Although details are scarce on Ninja Kamui season 2, the popularity of the series has warranted another installment as the platform hopes to increase its presence in the anime industry.

As revealed in a report by Buisness Wire, Sola Entertainment is already hard at work on season 2 of Ninja Kamui. Directed by Sunghoo Park, the director of Jujutsu Kaisen season 1, and spearheaded by Adult Swim, this new series was an instant hit. From the incredible choreography, the...

The Dangers in My Heart S2 and Ova Get English Dub Release on Hidive - Main Image

Good news for Ichikawa and Yamada fans, as The Dangers in My Heart season 2’s English dub release date is now confirmed! Not only that but the anime’s beloved Ova, Twi-Yaba, will also be released in English soon.

Hidive Announces English Dub Release for The Dangers in My Heart S2 and Twi-Yaba Ova

The Dangers in My Heart season 2 ended a few months ago, and finally, its English dub is coming out soon. That is because Hidive confirmed that it will stream the anime’s English version beginning on Saturday, June 15.

The company also announced that the spin-off anime special titled Twi-Yaba will get an English dub release. However, it is not currently known whether the Twi-Yaba English dub will also premiere on the same day.

Here’s when fans may expect...

Adult Swim Unveils New Toonami Rewind Block Featuring Dragon Ball Z Kai, Naruto, and Sailor Moon - Main Image

In what is no doubt unexpected but exciting news for classic anime fans, Adult Swim has announced that it is bringing back beloved anime with its newly launched Toonami Rewind block, which will premiere very soon.

Adult Swim Goes Back in Time with New Toonami Rewind Block

Adult Swim’s Toonami block was known as the go-to place to watch classic American and Japanese animated series such as ThunderCats, Voltron, and Space Ghost.

It has also aired several notable anime through the years, including Flcl: Grunge and Shoegaze and the recent 2024 breakout hit Ninja Kamui.

Now, Toonami is returning to its roots with the launch of a new block called Toonami Rewind, where fans can watch classic anime such as Dragon Ball Z Kai, Naruto, and Sailor Moon.

The announcement was...

I Parry Everything Anime Confirms Hidive Release Date - All You Need to Know - Main Image

Hidive is already gearing up for the summer 2024 season, as the streaming platform just announced the release date of the I Parry Everything anime along with plans for its North American premiere.

This upcoming anime is an adventure fantasy series based on a popular light novel series. Given this, the show’s voice cast features a lot of notable names.

Meet the Cast of I Parry Everything, the Upcoming Adventure Fantasy Anime

The anime was announced back in November 2023. Soon, the show’s main voice cast members were revealed, many of whom should be familiar to most anime fans.

Here is the complete list of confirmed I Parry Everything cast members:

Daiki Hamano (Katana Man in Chainsaw Man) as NoorRyoko Maekawa (Hanabi Natsubayashi in Bottom-Tier Character Tomozaki) as Lynneburg ClaysNanako Mori (Yukiko Shirato...

Ninja Kamui Anime Review: Did the Series 'Fall Off'? - Main Image

Ninja Kamui’s final episode aired earlier this month. Now, reactions online show that Ninja Kamui’s reception is mixed after its promising start.

When the series began, it got a lot of attention for its bloody action scenes featuring director Sunghoo Park’s signature dynamic martial arts fights.

Sadly, the show wasn’t able to keep its momentum given its shift to CG action. Still, it would be unfair to call it a trainwreck as there are still plenty of redeeming qualities in this Adult Swim anime.

Spoiler Warning: This article includes spoilers for Ninja Kamui, so proceed with caution.

Ninja Kamui Review: A Promising Intro Marred by a Sudden CG Turn

Sunghoo Park is the popular director behind Jujutsu Kaisen Season 1 and The God of High School. Thus, his move to establish the new studio E&h Production was exciting.

Ninja Kamui's tie-in game hints at a potential future for the series, possibly with a new lead character for another season. The ending of the anime leaves room for sequels, with multiple characters and storylines that could be explored in follow-up seasons. Despite some flaws, Ninja Kamui's initial broadcast was successful and could pave the way for future seasons or spin-offs outside the anime's protagonist.

While Adult Swim's Ninja Kamui has finished its 13-episode run, the immediate announcement of a tie-in game shows that both the program block and the series' publisher, Sola Entertainment, see there is a future for the series. This could translate to another season, though what story it could tell is up in the air. It could very well focus on another lead, given what precedent the Shinobi Origin game is establishing.

The ending for Ninja Kamui shows that the creators and publishers are...

Is Pantheon an Anime? Exploring the Cult Classic Sci-Fi Drama - Main Image

It might not have been a huge hit, but the Pantheon animated series is quickly becoming a cult classic. Given its style coupled with it being streamed initially on Hidive, some are wondering if Pantheon can be considered an anime.

What’s more, sci-fi fans who watched the series are also wondering about the series’ future. Sadly, things aren’t looking too good considering the tumultuous events that happened to the show following the release of its first season.

What Happened to the Pantheon Series?

Pantheon is an animated sci-fi drama series based on short stories by Ken Liu, the renowned sci-fi author who has won prestigious Hugo and Nebula awards.

The series explores some heady themes and features a classic sci-fi premise. It begins with Stephen Holstrom who founded Logorhythms, an organization that aims to help...

Ninja Kamui takes the idea of ninja technology to a whole new level, integrating futuristic tech with classic ninja themes. Unlike Boruto, Ninja Kamui fully embraces technology as part of the story, making it an essential part of the DNA of the series. Park's visionary choice to blend technology with physical and supernatural abilities in Ninja Kamui has captivated modern viewers.

One of the gifts Boruto has bestowed on the shinobi anime genre is the idea of "ninja tech", and while the idea has appeared in other ninja-based anime, few have tapped into the promise of a technologically enhanced shinobi more than the new hit series Ninja Kamui. Adult Swim's new hit series is a mesmerizing tour de force of ninjutsu and tech that advances what Boruto pioneered to the next level.

Sunghoo Park's original anime series Ninja Kamui follows the brutal adventures of Higan, a shinobi...

Adult Swim’s latest Shinobi series is back with its fourth episode, and once again, we have a perfectly balanced episode to watch. I had thought that Ninja Kamui would be more about mindless action, which I’m honestly not very fond of, but in this episode, the series ends up exploring Higan, Mari, and Zai’s shared past. It’s a pretty nice touch, I must say, and it even adds another layer of complexity to Higan and Zai’s relationship. Personally, I used to watch anime quite a lot when I was in school but stopped resonating with the majority of anime, thanks to the high school-based plotline and childish characters they tend to have. But then, here we are with an anime that is actually aimed at an older audience.

Spoilers Ahead

The Story So Far

To avenge his wife, Mari, and his son, Kyle, with whom...

Adult Swim’s new action-revenge anime Ninja Kamui has already garnered a blooming fan following, getting identified as one of the best anime of 2024. I think even I am already hooked on this series, as it airs every week. Audiences who enjoy gore in anime might even love this anime. I suppose that with Netflix’s House of Ninjas, which came out quite recently, and then Ninja Kamui, there has been an increase in demand for the shinobi genre. Personally, I have been a fan since I watched Naruto in 7th grade, and watching Ninja Kamui is quite a treat for people who love this fandom.

Spoilers Ahead

The Story So Far:

Joe Logan, a Caucasian man, had been living an idle life on a farm in America with his wife, Sara, and their son, Kyle. The recent murders have not only rocked the United States but also the Logans,...

Ninja Kamui tops IMDb, surpassing One Piece and Attack on Titan- a big win for the new anime series. Solo Leveling knocked down by Ninja Kamui's rapid rise to popularity- impressive feat within the anime community. Ninja Kamui resonates with viewers, becoming third most-watched animated series- a hit alongside big names like Avatar.

The latest Adult Swim anime officially beat Attack on Titan and One Piece as the most popular anime on IMDb. Since its debut on February 10th, 2024, Adult Swim's newest anime from Jujutsu Kaisen creator Sunghoo Park, Ninja Kamui, has left viewers hooked. This John Wick-like anime series that follows a ninja named Higan seeking vengeance after the secret organization he worked for murdered his family has been a smash-hit with its engaging storyline and epic action. Now, the numbers are officially showing just how popular it is, and it has the potential to become 2024's biggest anime.

Adult Swim’s latest release, Ninja Kamui is a revenge anime about the Shinobi clans. I have rarely been disappointed by Adult Swim, and now that they are entering the anime scene, they have succeeded in creating an action-packed thriller. I was pretty hyped up after watching the first episode, and, as expected, the second one did not disappoint either. The animation does remind me a lot of anime like Steins; Gate and Super Crooks. However, I wonder if American-Japanese anime will become its own thing. I can’t say I’m a huge fan of the idea, as I’m not too fond of American corporations capitalizing on Japanese art now, but regardless they are making some great shows, and Ninja Kamui is definitely one of them.

Spoilers Ahead

The Story So Far

Set in the United States, which has recently been plagued by a series of gruesome murders making headlines,...

Get ready for an action-packed episode of “Ninja Kamui” airing on Cartoon Network this Sunday! In Season 1 Episode 3, titled “Ninja Kamui,” viewers will be on the edge of their seats as Yamaji tackles tough questions about Higan’s survival. Meanwhile, Mike teams up with Higan and Emma to embark on an independent investigation into Auza.

As the plot thickens and alliances are formed, the stakes are higher than ever for our intrepid ninja heroes. With secrets lurking around every corner and danger looming at every turn, this episode promises to keep audiences riveted from start to finish.

Tune in at 12:00 Am on Sunday, February 25, 2024, to catch all the thrilling ninja action and suspenseful twists in “Ninja Kamui.” Don’t miss out on the excitement as Yamaji and his team navigate the treacherous world of espionage and intrigue in their quest for the truth.

Release Date & Time: 12:00 Am Sunday...

Ninja Kamui is a straightforward, high-tech ninja anime that doesn't try to reinvent the wheel like other modern ninja shows. The show fulfills a desire for gritty, bloody ninja action without diluting the concept with unnecessary twists or softening. Joe Higan's quest for revenge in Ninja Kamui brings back the classic 80s ninja formula, complete with gore and stylish sword fights.

Adult Swim's original anime, Ninja Kamui, is refreshingly straightforward in its vision of high-tech ninjas. While ninja anime are still plentiful today, they often come with a twist that winds up robbing the archetype of its mystique. Joe Higan's quest for revenge may feel ripped from 80s formulas, but anime fans have likely also been waiting that long for exactly this kind of show, which is replete with gore and stylish sword fights.

Ninjas are trite in Japan, which is why so many pieces of media play around the concept.

Get ready for an action-packed episode of “Ninja Kamui” as Season 1 Episode 3, titled “Ninja Kamui,” hits the airwaves on Sunday, February 25, 2024, at 3:00 Am on Cartoon Network. This thrilling anime series follows the journey of former ninja Joe Higan as he navigates the treacherous path of redemption and survival.

In this episode, viewers will witness Joe Higan’s desperate attempt to escape his violent past by hiding out in rural America. However, his peace is shattered when he is ambushed by a team of ruthless assassins from his former ninja clan. As they seek revenge for Joe’s betrayal of their code, the confrontation escalates into a bloody and intense battle for survival.

Filled with heart-pounding action, intricate plot twists, and stunning animation, “Ninja Kamui” promises to keep viewers on the edge of their seats from start to finish. Don’t miss out on the adrenaline-fueled excitement of “Ninja Kamui,...

Ninja Kamui spiritually reimagines John Wick as a ninja, creating unique and beautifully animated fight scenes. The series includes elements of mystery, expanding the world of violent ninja action. Ninja Kamui has quickly gained a strong following, standing out from John Wick with its own unique take on the story.

A new anime on Adult Swim is finally answering the question of what would happen if John Wick was a ninja. The John Wick franchise has undoubtedly become one of the most defining action movie series in the 21st century. Its slick action and incredible world-building have made it one of the most defined and realized stories in the genre. Now, not too long after an official John Wick anime was announced, a new series is seeking to dip their toes into what made the films so popular, as they reimagine the iconic story with a ninja twist.

Ninja Kamui...

The episode release date schedule for the first three Ninja Kamui episodes has been confirmed for their release on both Adult Swim and Max.

Ninja Kamui, the new anime that airs during Adult Swim’s after-hours lineup on Cartoon Network, centers around Joe Higan, an ex-member of a ninja clan who is on a quest for vengeance after he and his family were mercilessly attacked.

When Are More Ninja Kamui Episodes Coming Out? Read full article on The Direct.

Although there is an abundance of animes revolving around the disciplines and complex themes of ninjutsu set across various settings or time periods, the mystique associated with the genre always finds a steady fanbase among viewers with each new venture. Therefore, a couple of years ago, when it was announced that the creative minds behind the anime adaptations of Jujutsu Kaisen, Afro Samurai, and Batman Ninja were collaborating to create an original Shinobi-themed anime series for Adult Swim, titled Ninja Kamui, it was received as a welcome surprise by otaku worldwide.

After the release of the pilot episode of Ninja Kamui this weekend, viewers found themselves hooked on the series almost instantly, as the tried and tested method of the Shinobi theme perfectly complementing the emotional core of a story has worked out pretty well. With the first episode, the series has also succeeded in weaving intrigue as it barely...

Joe Higan, a former ninja who escaped his clan and his hiding from his violent past in America, is ambushed one night by a team of assassins from his former organization who extract retribution against Joe for betraying their ancient code. Reborn from the brutal murders of his family, he puts his skills to the test, facing off against trained assassins, cyborgs, and rival ninjas to get his revenge. But the organization may not be what it seems. An explosive action series about a hero hell-bent on revenge, “Ninja Kamui” will premiere on Cartoon Network’s Adult Swim on Sunday, Feb. 11 at 12 midnight Et with new episodes available the next day on Max. You can watch Ninja Kamui: Season 1 and Cartoon Network with a 5-Day Free Trial of Directv Stream. You can also watch with Sling TV, Hulu Live TV, or YouTube TV.

How to Watch ‘Ninja Kamui’ Series Premiere When: Sunday,...

“You just couldn’t die, could you?”

There are certain anime evergreen customs that are omnipresent in the medium, with ninja and samurai right at the top of the list. Audiences have their share of options when it comes to such content, whether it’s established classics like Rurouni Kenshin, Jubei-chan: The Ninja Girl, and Ninja Scroll, or newer modern hits like Hell’s Paradise: Jigokuraku, Yasuke, and Blue Eye Samurai. It’s harder to stand out in a genre that’s done it all before, but this only makes Ninja Kamui’s success even more significant. Adult Swim is not one to chase trends, but they’ve tapped into an electric energy here and produced a powerful series that confidently slices its way through the competition.

The danger of a show like Ninja Kamui that prides itself in vicious violence is that characters can feel more like caricatures and...

Ninja Kamui, directed by Sunghoo Park and produced by Adult Swim, is set to be one of the most brutal ninja anime ever made. The action and hand-to-hand combat are mesmerizing, and the animation doesn't shy away from blood and gore. The series follows Joe Higan, a former ninja seeking revenge after his family and friends are brutally killed. It's a gritty story that stays true to its dark themes. Adult Swim is investing a lot of resources into this series, showing their commitment to integrating anime into their offerings. The success of Ninja Kamui could potentially open up more opportunities for anime on their platform.

The up-and-coming director of Jujutsu Kaisen season 1, Sunghoo Park, is working with entertainment network Adult Swim to produce a violent and action-packed ninja series, Ninja Kamui. Based on the trailer, this anime will soon be on everyone's radar.

This series was announced in May...

We're just five days away from the February 10 premiere of Ninja Kamui , the Toonami-bound anime from Jujutsu Kaisen director Sunghoo Park. To build the anticipation further, the official Adult Swim YouTube channel shared an early preview video, offering up a quick and bloody look at its smoke-enshrouded ninja action. Note that the two-minute video below contains graphic violence. Ninja Kamui Early Preview Related: Jujutsu Kaisen Director's Ninja Kamui Anime Premiere Date Set In addition to Sunghoo Park as director, the Ninja Kamui anime features character designs by Afro Samurai 's Takashi Okazaki and animation production by E&h Production and Sola Entertainment. Synopsis: Ninja Kamui follows Joe Higan who is a Nukenin – a former ninja who escaped his clan and is hiding from his violent past in rural America with his family. One night, he is ambushed by a team of assassins from his former organization who exact a bloody...

Get ready for an adrenaline-pumping ride as Cartoon Network introduces a brand new action-packed series, “Ninja Kamui.” The highly anticipated first episode, airing on Sunday, February 11, 2024, at 12:00 Am, promises to kick off the series with a bang.

The story follows Joe Higan, a man whose life takes a tragic turn when his family falls victim to a ruthless gang of masked attackers. When FBI agents Mike and Emma approach him for help in investigating the brutal murder of his wife and son, Joe finds himself thrust into a world of intrigue, danger, and mystery.

“Ninja Kamui” blends thrilling action sequences, gripping suspense, and a captivating storyline that will keep viewers on the edge of their seats. With a unique mix of martial arts, espionage, and a quest for justice, this series is set to become a must-watch for fans of high-octane adventure.

Join Joe Higan on his quest for...

Curb Your Enthusiasm returns to Max this month in what’s being called the show’s final season (for now). If you’re not ready for the Larry David-centric comedy series to end, you can binge all eleven of the show’s previous seasons on Max right now before hitting the new episodes.

Tokyo Vice will also be back in February for season 2. Stars Ansel Elgort, Ken Watanabe, Rinko Kikuchi, Rachel Keller, Show Kasamatsu, and Ayumi Ito are joined by Kubozuka and Miki Maya this time around, as Jake Adelstein feels the danger closing in on him. Max also welcomes you to the premiere of the highly acclaimed (and highly depraved) Dicks: The Musical this month, as a couple of self-obsessed businessmen discover they’re identical twins and decided to bring their divorced parents back together.

Here’s everything coming to (and leaving) HBO and Max this month…

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Shortly after confirming the February 10 premiere of Ninja Kamui over the weekend, Adult Swim released the official trailer for Jujutsu Kaisen director Sunghoo Park's latest project on January 22. Ninja Kamui Anime Official Trailer Related: Jujutsu Kaisen Director's Ninja Kamui Anime Premiere Date Set In addition to Sunghoo Park as director, the Ninja Kamui anime features character designs by Afro Samurai 's Takashi Okazaki and animation production by E&h Production and Sola Entertainment. Adult Swim describes the anime: Ninja Kamui follows Joe Higan who is a Nukenin – a former ninja who escaped his clan and is hiding from his violent past in rural America with his family. One night, he is ambushed by a team of assassins from his former organization who exact a bloody retribution on Joe and his family for betraying their ancient code. Rising from his seeming “death,” Joe will re-emerge as his former self – Ninja...

Yuki Kura as Yoshii Nagakado in ‘Shogun’ (Photo Cr: Kurt Iswarienko/FX)

The major broadcast networks’ February 2024 lineups include the return of primetime dramas and comedies that were delayed to midseason due to the Writers Guild and SAG-AFTRA strikes. The premium channels also have a sprinkling of new shows and returning series set to premiere in February, with Prime Video’s Mr. & Mrs. Smith, Apple TV+’s The New Look, FX on Hulu’s Shogun, and Netflix’s One Day making their debuts.

The FBI and NCIS franchises kick off new seasons in February; Abbott Elementary returns on the heels of creator/star Quinta Brunson’s Emmy win; and Young Sheldon, Blue Bloods, Swat, The Good Doctor, and Curb Your Enthusiasm start their final season runs. And the much-anticipated The Walking Dead spinoff The Walking Dead: The Ones Who Live, starring Andrew Lincoln and Danai Gurira, takes viewers back...

Announced earlier this week, a brand new original anime series titled “Ninja Kamui” is coming to Adult Swim’s Toonami programming block next month, and Bloody Disgusting has been provided with a first look at the bloody-as-hell official trailer this morning.

A former ninja clan member swears vengeance upon a mysterious shadow organization that killed his wife and son in the new series “Ninja Kamui,” premiering Saturday, February 10 at midnight Et/Pt on Adult Swim’s famed action/anime programming block Toonami.

The series comes from “God of High School” and “Jujutsu Kaisen” director Sunghoo Park, whose anime feature “Jujutsu Kaisen 0” is Japan’s 14th highest grossing Japanese-produced film in history.

An explosive story of revenge, “Ninja Kamui” follows a former ninja clan member who is haunted by the brutal murders of his family. Meanwhile, an FBI agent and his rookie partner also work to investigate the murders and uncover a vast global conspiracy.

Following the initial reveal back in May 2022, broadcast and streaming premiere dates have been locked in for the Ninja Kamui anime. The series is the latest from Jujutsu Kaisen director Sunghoo Park, and it's set to air on Adult Swim's Toonami block on February 10 at 12:00am (Feb 11 at 0:00). Ninja Kamui will be available to stream on Max the following day. Ninja Kamui Visual Related: Adult Swim Announces Rick And Morty Anime Spin-Off Series, New Anime From Jujutsu Kaisen 0 Director In addition to Sunghoo Park as director, the Ninja Kamui anime features character designs by Afro Samurai 's Takashi Okazaki and animation production by E&h Production and Sola Entertainment. Synopsis: Ninja Kamui follows Joe Higan who is a Nukenin – a former ninja who escaped his clan and is hiding from his violent past in rural America with his family. One night, he is ambushed by a team...