Arcane, Moonrise, and other notable titles like Devil May Cry, My Melody and Kuromi, along with Beastars, were prominently featured in Netflix’s presentation at the Anime Japan 2025 event this past Saturday. As part of the Blue Stage on the first day, Netflix updated audiences on these eagerly anticipated anime adaptations.
The showcase included appearances by voice actors from key projects—Yu Kobayashi (known for her role as Vi in Arcane), Chikahiro Kobayashi (Legoshi in Beastars), and Chiaki Kobayashi (Jacob Shadow in Moonrise). They offered unique insights into their characters and performances in these upcoming series. Attendees were treated to trailers, eye-catching visuals, and several unexpected surprises.
Note: This article contains spoilers related to the series.
Netflix Unveils Exciting Titles at Anime Japan 2025
As one of the earliest participants on Day 1, Netflix showcased a multitude of projects, with a primary focus on revealing new trailers for important titles including Arcane, Moonrise, Devil May Cry, My Melody and Kuromi, and the final season of Beastars.
The on-stage discussion featured insights from the voice actors highlighted above, who shared their perspectives on their roles and the eagerly awaited series. To add an entertaining flair, performers dressed as My Melody and Legoshi joined the fun on the Blue Stage.
In-Depth Overview of the Showcased Series
Arcane draws inspiration from the renowned League of Legends video game and revolves around sisters Vi and Jinx as they navigate the tumultuous conflict between the undercity of Zaun and the opulent city of Piltov.
Moonrise, an original anime series from Wit Studio under the direction of Masashi Koizuka, follows Jacob Shadow on a quest for vengeance as he embarks on a scavenger journey across the galaxy to protect Earth, set to premiere on April 10, 2025.
Beastars is an adaptation of Paru Itagaki‘s hit manga, depicting a world inhabited by anthropomorphic animals, grappling with societal divides stemming from predatory instincts and dietary choices—a central theme throughout the storyline.
Moreover, the franchise featuring My Melody and Kuromi is a beloved property from Sanrio. This stop-motion original net animation series, co-produced by Toruku Studio, is expected to debut in July 2025.