Anime fans, rejoice! Netflix has dropped an action-packed new trailer for SAKAMOTO DAYS, the anime adaptation of Yuto Suzuki’s beloved manga, and revealed the powerhouse English voice cast bringing this hit series to life. With stunning visuals and a stellar lineup of talent, SAKAMOTO DAYS is set to redefine the anime landscape when it premieres exclusively on Netflix on January 11, 2025.
First Look at Netflix’s Must-Watch Anime
Directed by Masaki Watanabe (Lupin the 3rd), the anime features top-tier animation from TMS ENTERTAINMENT, with music composed by Yuki Hayashi (My Hero Academia) and the opening theme “RUN SAKAMOTO RUN” performed by Vaundy.
Taro Sakamoto, once the most fearsome hitman alive, retired to live a peaceful life with his beloved family. But when his dark past comes knocking, Sakamoto must use his skills to protect his loved ones while juggling an ordinary existence as a family man.
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From running wild in chaotic battles to confronting deadly organizations like “The Order” and the mysterious “X (Slur),” SAKAMOTO DAYS is packed with jaw-dropping action, hilarious antics, and heartwarming moments.
A Star-Studded Voice Cast Brings the Action to Life
The English dub boasts an impressive lineup of actors, many of whom are making waves in the entertainment industry.
- Matthew Mercer (Blood of Zeus) as Taro Sakamoto
- Dallas Liu (Avatar: The Last Airbender) as Shin Asakura
- Rosalie Chiang (Turning Red) as Lu Shaotang
- Rosie Okumura as Aoi Sakamoto
- Xolo Maridueña (Cobra Kai) as Heisuke Mashimo
- Aleks Le (Solo Leveling) as Nagumo
- WWE Superstar Alexa Bliss (as Lexi Cabrera) as Obiguro
- SungWon Cho (Delicious in Dungeon) as Boiled
- Du-Shaunt “Fik-Shun” Stegall as Son Hee
- Toru Uchikado (Castlevania) as Bacho
The cast shared their enthusiasm with Netflix’s TUDUM:
- Xolo Maridueña: “SAKAMOTO DAYS is the next generation of great anime, and I leaped at the opportunity to work with one of my new friends: Dallas Liu.”
- Dallas Liu: “I was a huge fan of the manga before joining the project. Getting to voice Shin — the one and only — is surreal. This being my first voice-acting gig makes it even more exciting.”
Shop the Look: Netflix Store Exclusive Merch
Fans can gear up for the series by visiting the Netflix Shop, where SAKAMOTO DAYS merchandise—ranging from shirts and sweaters to accessories—is now available.
The series will kick off with 11 weekly episodes in Part 1, while Part 2 is slated for July 2025.
About SAKAMOTO DAYS
Release Date: n January 11, 2025. Season 1 Part 2 will debut in July 2025.
Part 1: 11 episodes x 23 min
Original manga by: Yuto Suzuki (Shueisha’s Weekly Shonen Jump)
Director: Masaki Watanabe
Series Composition: Taku Kishimoto
Character Design: Yo Moriyama
Background Art Design: Yukiko Maruyama
Color Design: Manami Sasa
Photography Director: PoLun Tsai
Editor: Aya Hida
Sound Director: Jin Aketagawa
Music: Yuki Hayashi
Opening Theme: Vaundy “RUN SAKAMOTO RUN”
Animation Production: TMS ENTERTAINMENT (LUPIN THE 3rd, Dr. STONE, BAKI)
COPYRIGHT: ©Yuto Suzuki/SHUEISHA, SAKAMOTO DAYS PROJECT
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