The highly-anticipated comedy anime My Deer Friend Nokotan from Studio WIT is set to broadcast across multiple platforms, including Prime Video and Crunchyroll. This announcement comes from REMOW, the company handling the global distribution of Japanese content. Breaking the trend of platform exclusivity, My Deer Friend Nokotan will be the most widely-available new anime of 2024, reaching fans in over 140 countries and territories. With legal streaming options for over a billion people worldwide, the series aims to be a global sensation.
“‘My Deer Friend Nokotan’ is the most unhinged anime of the year,” stated The Mary Sue, highlighting the show’s unprecedented popularity. The anime’s second English promotional video has become one of the most-viewed for the upcoming season, with its dance going viral and inspiring countless remixes and memes.
Innovative Distribution Strategy
REMOW’s President and CEO, Akira Ishii, expressed excitement about the broad distribution strategy:
“Our distribution strategy is designed to meet the unique needs of streaming platforms worldwide and their respective audiences. By ensuring our anime reaches the broadest possible viewership through the most suitable platforms, we strive to make content easily accessible to anime fans. This approach not only increases global revenue but also allows us to return more profits to the anime creators. In turn, this enables the production of new anime, ensuring a continuous stream of fresh content for everyone.”
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The comprehensive distribution strategy will allow fans to watch My Deer Friend Nokotan on multiple services, including Crunchyroll, Prime Video, ADN, Anime Onegai, and many others. This widespread availability ensures that fans can easily access the series, regardless of their preferred platform.
A Unique and Charming Comedy
My Deer Friend Nokotan explores the whimsical adventures of Koshi Torako and Shikanoko, weaving a tale that highlights the importance of friendship and understanding. This unique premise, combined with its broad accessibility, ensures that the series will capture the hearts of anime fans worldwide. With its official launch, My Deer Friend Nokotan is poised to become one of the most talked-about anime series of the year.
The original manga by Oshioshio, which the anime is based on, has garnered a substantial following, making the anime adaptation highly anticipated. The anime’s mix of humor and heartwarming moments promises to captivate audiences worldwide.
Star-Studded Cast and Crew
The series features an impressive voice cast, including Megumi Han, Saki Fujita, and Rui Tanabe, among others. The cast of My Deer Friend Nokotan includes:
- Megumi Han as Shikanoko Noko
- Saki Fujita as Koshi Torako
- Rui Tanabe as Koshi Anko
- Fuka Izumi as Bashame Meme
- Yurika Kubo as Nekoyamada Neko
- Rio Tsuchiya as Tanukikouji Kinu
- Chinatsu Akasaki as Tsubameya Chiharu
- Kosuke Toriumi as the Narrator
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Behind the scenes, the series is directed by Masahiko Ohta, known for his work on Himouto! Umaru-chan and Yuruyuri. The script is penned by Takashi Aoshima, with character designs by Ayumu Tsujimura and music by Yasuhiro Misawa. The animation is produced by Studio WIT, the same studio behind hits like Attack on Titan and SPY x FAMILY.
Exciting Streaming Options
Episodes of My Deer Friend Nokotan will be available starting July 7, 2024, on Crunchyroll, Prime Video, ADN, Anime Onegai, and many other services across the U.S., Asia, and globally. The series will be available with Japanese audio and subtitles in various languages, including English, Spanish, Portuguese, Korean, French, German, Indonesian, Vietnamese, Malaysian, Thai, and Traditional Chinese. Fans can stay updated on streaming details and platform availability through the official social media channels.
As the world prepares for the release of My Deer Friend Nokotan, fans can look forward to a delightful blend of humor, adventure, and heartwarming moments. The series promises to deliver a unique viewing experience that will leave a lasting impression. Don’t miss the premiere on July 7, 2024, and join the millions of fans who will be tuning in for this highly anticipated anime.
About My Deer Friend Nokotan
Original Author: Oshioshio
Director: Masahiko Ohta
Script: Takashi Aoshima
Character Design: Ayumu Tsujimura
Music: Yasuhiro Misawa
Animation: WIT STUDIO
Production: Hino-Minami High School Deer Club
Opening Theme: “Shikairo Days” – Deer Club: Shikanoko Noko, Koshi Torako, Koshi Anko, Bashame Meme
Ending Theme: “Shika-senbei no Uta” – Shikanoko Noko, Koshi Torako
Cast: Megumi Han, Saki Fujita, Rui Tanabe, Fuka Izumi, Yurika Kubo, Rio Tsuchiya, Chinatsu Akasaki, Kosuke Toriumi
Synopsis
Koshi Torako, a high schooler, one day feels something cold hit her face. Looking up, she spots a girl stuck, her antlers tangled in power lines. Helping Shikanoko, antlered and peculiar, turns Torako’s life, a model student by appearance only, upside down. Thus begins a tale of a girl (once a delinquent) and another (a deer?), in this Girl Meets Deer adventure!
Are you ready to embark on a whimsical adventure with My Deer Friend Nokotan? Which platform will you be streaming it on? Have you read the original manga by Oshioshio? Share your thoughts and join the conversation on social media!
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