Netflix's 'The Summer Hikaru Died' Anime Set for July 2025 Release

The adaptation of Mokumokuren's acclaimed manga blends slice-of-life storytelling with supernatural horror and features direction by Ryohei Takeshita.

• Netflix will exclusively stream 'The Summer Hikaru Died,' with its premiere scheduled for July 2025, though a specific release day is yet to be announced.
• The anime is based on Mokumokuren's manga, which debuted in 2021 and has been praised for its emotional depth and innovative narrative structure.
• The story follows Yoshiki and his best friend Hikaru, who becomes possessed by a mysterious entity, set against the backdrop of a rural Japanese village.
• CygamesPictures is animating the series, with Ryohei Takeshita, known for his work on 'Jujutsu Kaisen' and 'Pokémon: Paldean Winds,' directing the adaptation.
• Promotional materials, including a trailer and an eerie poster, have highlighted the series' unique blend of slice-of-life elements and supernatural horror.

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