On March 14, 2025, the official website and X (formerly known as Twitter) account for the Gachiakuta anime revealed the first teaser trailer, confirming its much-anticipated premiere date in July 2025. While details such as the exact airing date are yet to be specified, the promotional materials included insights into the principal cast and production team.
The Gachiakuta anime draws its narrative from the popular dark fantasy manga of the same name, created by Kei Urana. Since its debut in Kodansha’s Weekly Shonen Magazine in February 2022, the manga has successfully published a total of 13 tankobon volumes. Notably, the animation work for the series is being handled by Bones Films, a division of the esteemed Studio Bones.
Exciting New Details from the Gachiakuta Teaser
In the recently released teaser, the Gachiakuta anime is set to broadcast within the Agaru Anime programming block across 28 networks affiliated with CBC and TBS starting in summer 2025. Furthermore, Crunchyroll has confirmed it will stream the series, with more specific release dates expected to be unveiled soon.
The teaser opens dramatically with the character Rudo being plunged into a dark abyss, revealing his turmoil and disdain for humanity. This initial look also marks the first appearances of other key characters, including Enjin, Zanka, and Riyo, showcasing impressive animation quality that raises audience expectations.
Meet the Main Cast of Gachiakuta
Further updates reveal the voice actors who will bring these characters to life. Aoi Ichikawa will portray Rudo, a solitary figure living amongst refuse in a place known as the Sphere, where he is under the care of his foster parent, Regto. Unfortunately, Rudo’s life takes a sinister turn when he is wrongfully accused of a crime, leading to his descent into the abyss.
Katsuyuki Konishi lends his voice to Enjin, a lively member of the Akuta Cleaners team, who recognizes Rudo’s hidden potential as a Giver and recruits him. Zanka and Riyo, who are also part of this team, will be voiced by Yoshitsugu Matsuoka and Yumiri Hanamori, respectively.
Excitement from the cast is palpable, with Aoi Ichikawa expressing a deep connection to Rudo’s strong persona in the manga. Likewise, Konishi has described his enthusiasm for the Gachiakuta adaptation, branding it as his “favorite manga.”Both Matsuoka and Hanamori have encouraged fans to eagerly await the series, particularly noting their participation in the anime’s Blue Stage event at AnimeJapan 2025, scheduled for March 22, 2025.
Production Team and Plot Overview
The anime is directed by Fumihiko Suganuma at Bones Films, with scriptwriting by Hiroshi Seko, known for his impactful work on Chainsaw Man and Vinland Saga. Seko also serves as the character designer and chief animation director. Notably, Taku Iwasaki has been brought on board as the music composer, promising a captivating auditory experience.
Gachiakuta centers around Rudo, who struggles amid societal discrimination in the slums of a floating city called the Sphere. While navigating a life of scavenging under the guardianship of Regto, Rudo faces an unexpected betrayal that casts him into an abyss brimming with grotesque creatures born from human refuse. He becomes embroiled in a quest for vengeance against those who wronged him, setting the stage for an epic tale of struggle and redemption.