Anime Limited took to Twitter to make an exciting announcement that will surely delight City Hunter fans. The highly anticipated new anime film, City Hunter: Angel Dust, premieres in theatres in North America, the U.K., and Ireland in 2024! This release celebrates the franchise’s 35th anniversary and promises to deliver the same thrilling action and exciting storytelling that has made City Hunter a beloved phenomenon in the anime community.
The film releases on September 8 in Japan, but international fans will have to wait till 2024 to witness the electrifying duo of Ryo and Kaori on the big screen. Over the years, City Hunter ventured beyond manga and anime with live-action adaptations, spin-offs, and now, an anime film that graces the silver screen. Its influence has touched other forms of entertainment, inspiring video games, musicals, and films in different languages.
Step into the neon-lit streets of busy Tokyo, where crime walks the streets and justice is served suavely. In the always-giving world of anime, one name stands above the rest: City Hunter. This iconic manga and anime series, written by Tsukasa Hojo, has entertained fans around the world with its thrilling action, charismatic characters, and of course, a pinch of humor.
City Hunter Anime Film: News
Created by the manga artist Tsukasa Hojo, City Hunter first burst onto the scene in 1985, making its way up the ranks of manga and anime series. The story revolves around the charming Ryo Saeba, a suave and skilled sweeper (a combination of detective and bodyguard) with a soft spot for beautiful women and a fondness for getting into trouble.
The anime film’ trailer previews the theme songs; the opening theme song, Whatever Comes, and the ending song, Get Wild (the series’ ending theme song), are performed by TM Network. A set of new cast and characters were previously announced as well.
Angie, voiced by Miyuki Sawashiro, is a movie producer who came to Japan to shoot a movie about her cat but lost her cat in the process. She reaches out to City Hunter for his help. Shin Kaibara voiced by Kenyuu Horiuchi, is a mercenary leader who raised Ryō as a warrior as he had battle-fighting experience. Pirarucu voiced by Tomokazu Seki- A member of the “Wetworks” assassination team. Espada is voiced by Subaru Kimura- A member of the “Wetworks” assassination team.
The film will also bring back three characters from the “Cat’s Eye” anime; Keiko Toda voicing Hitomi, Chika Sakamoto voicing Ai, and Rica Fukami voicing Rui. Ryo Saeba is voiced by Akira Kamiya, Kaori Makimura is voiced by Kazue Ikura, Saeko Nogam is voiced by Harumi Ichiryūsai, Umibōzu is voiced by Tesshō Genda, and finally, Miki is voiced by Mami Koyama.
In the upcoming film’s plot, the mysteries surrounding the tragic death of Ryo’s former partner, Hideyuki Makimura, unfold. It will also feature Angel Dust, a drug that played a crucial role in the original series.
City Hunter’s blend of action, comedy, and romance made generations love this series. The way it balances adrenaline-filled action scenes with clever humor, throwing in some lightheartedness into the most intense moments, make it so enjoyable to watch.
Ryo’s famous “Mokkori” (perverted) tendencies, which often land him in comedic mishaps, have become a signature trait of the series, making him one of the lovable rogue characters in all of anime. The franchise continues to thrive, reminding us that those who don’t need to be in the spotlight carry out the most badass, heroic acts.
