The highly anticipated anime adaptation of Yoshimurakana's manga, MURCIÉLAGO, has unveiled a new teaser trailer and a fresh visual. Alongside these reveals, three new cast members have been announced for the series, which is slated to premiere in Japan in January 2027. Fans in the United States, Canada, and other select regions will be able to stream the anime on HIDIVE.
New Cast Additions and Production Details
The newly announced cast members include Hitomi Ueda as Kuroko Koumori, Minori Suzuki as Hinako Tozakura, and Sumire Uesaka as Chiyo Yanaoka. These actors join the production bringing key characters to life. The anime is being produced by studios Satelight and Staple Entertainment, with Takashi Naoya serving as chief director and Matsuo Asami as director. Naoya is also responsible for the series composition, while Kiyoshi Tateishi handles the character designs. The music for the series is composed by Masanori Akita and Yuichi Tsuchiya.
MURCIÉLAGO follows Kuroko Koumori, a former death-row inmate who becomes a state-sanctioned executioner, partnered with Hinako Tozakura, known for her driving skills. Together, they confront various crimes and societal darkness. The original manga by Yoshimurakana has been serialized in Square Enix's Young Gangan magazine since August 2013 and currently has 29 volumes published. Yen Press publishes an English-language version of the manga.
Key points
- MURCIÉLAGO anime released a new teaser trailer and visual.
- Three new cast members announced: Hitomi Ueda, Minori Suzuki, and Sumire Uesaka.
- The anime will debut in Japan in January 2027.
- HIDIVE will stream the series in the United States, Canada, and other select regions.
- Studios Satelight and Staple Entertainment are producing the anime.
Source: Crunchyroll News · Oct 20, 2026
