Directed by Keiichiro Saito of "Bocchi Za Rokku! directed by Keiichiro Saito of "Bocchi Zalokku! TV anime "Souzen no Freelen" PV and cast revealed! Broadcasting will begin in the fall of 2023!

Broadcast of the TV anime "Sougou no Freiren" is set to begin in the fall of 2023, and its PV, new visuals, cast, and staff have been revealed.

The original story was serialized in "Weekly Shōnen Sunday" by Yamada Kaneto (author) and Abetsukasa (artist), and won the "Manga Grand Prize 2021" Grand Prize and the "25th Osamu Tezuka Cultural Award" Shinsei Prize. Set in a world after the overthrow of the Demon King, the story depicts the journey of Freelen, a wizard who has lived for more than 1,000 years and was a companion of the hero and his party, and the new people she meets.

The story unfolds in a novel timeline of "after the defeat of the Demon King," and has won over many readers with its heartrending drama and dialogue, battles with magic and swords, and humorous scenes that make you laugh uncontrollably, all woven together by the characters.

⇒ The long-awaited anime adaptation of "Sougou no Freelen," currently serialized in " Weekly Shōnen Sunday" and with a total of over 7.2 million copies of the comics in print, has been decided! Comments from the two original authors have arrived!

New visuals and PV released! Starring Atsumi Tanazaki and directed by Keiichiro Saito of "Bocchi Za Rokku! directed by Keiichiro Saito of "Bocchi Za Rokku!

The TV anime "Souei no Freelen" is scheduled to begin airing in the fall of 2023. The voice of the main character "Freelen" will be voiced by Atsumi Tanezaki, who has portrayed a variety of characters with solid acting skills, including Anya in "SPY x FAMILY" and Dai in "Dragon Quest: Dai no Daiboken".

The director is Atsumi Tanesaki, who is fresh from the blockbuster success of "Bocchi Za Rokku! The series is composed by Tomohiro Suzuki ("ACCA 13th District Inspection Division"), with character design by Reiko Nagasawa ("takt op. Destiny") and music by Evan Call ("Violet Evergarden"). Animation production will be handled by MADHOUSE, which has produced a wide range of works from battle action to lyrical drama, including "One-Pan Man" and "Sonny Boy.

New Visual
Last year's first visual featured a large image of Freelen with a moonlit night in the background. In contrast, the new visual depicts Freelen traveling through a beautiful landscape of trees and a castle town.

In the first PV, we see Freelen setting off on a new adventure after defeating the Demon King, accompanied by Atsumi Tanezaki's character voice and the music from the film.

First PV

The TV anime "Souei no Freelen" will be broadcast this fall, and we look forward to seeing what kind of "magic" it will show us as an animation.

＜Atsumi Tanesaki's comment
My name is Atsumi Tanezaki, and I will be playing the voice of Freelen.
I love Freelen's eyes. I like the way she looks at me, even if she doesn't say it in words,
I feel that the look in her eyes and the look in her mouth tell me a lot of things without words.
It's a long, long time after only 10 years of adventure.
I am making this work with great care and dedication to all those who live and die.
I hope it will reach many people. Thank you very much for your cooperation.

＜Director Keiichiro Saito's comment
Every day I think about the work and what kind of image would be the best animation for the audience... It may be a short time for Freelen, but for me, these days will be invaluable.
The staff and cast are all wonderful people, and I am sure that I will be able to deliver the beloved characters and story in a better way. Thank you very much for your cooperation.

＜Tomohiro Suzuki (Series Composition) comments
When I first read the original story, my impression was how delicate and gentle it was. I hope I can help deliver the same atmosphere and comfort that I felt. Director Saito and the rest of the wonderful staff are also pouring their love into this film, and I am sure that they will create the best possible images.

＜Reiko Nagasawa (Character Designer) comments
Since there are many fascinating characters appearing one after another in this work, I have designed each one with great care. As the chief animation director, I will do my best to create pictures that give the viewer a sense of the atmosphere of the original work.

＜Evan Call (Music) commented: "I was very happy when I was asked to do the music for this project.
I was very happy when I was asked to do the music. When I read the original story, I found that it had all the elements I liked, and I imagined the music as I read it. The story of Freelen tugged at my heartstrings again and again, even after I started writing the music. I am very much looking forward to sharing my music with you along with this wonderful story. Please look forward to it!

The comments are in Japanese only.

Work information】
■TV animation "Souei no Furen" (The Furen of Souvenirs)
Starts airing in the fall of 2023
Official HP: http://frieren-anime.jp
Official Twitter: #

＜Staff
Original story: "Sougou no freelen" by Yamada Kaneto and Abetsukasa (serialized in Shogakukan's "Weekly Shōnen Sunday")
Director: Keiichiro Saito
Series Composition： Tomohiro Suzuki
Character Design: Reiko Nagasawa
Music: Evan Call
Animation Production: MADHOUSE

＜Cast
Freleng: Atsumi Tanezaki

<Synopsis
The wizard Freelen, who, together with the heroic Himmel and his friends, defeated the Demon King and brought peace to the world after a decade of adventures. An elf who has lived for more than 1,000 years, she promises to reunite with Himmel and the others and sets off on her own. Fifty years later, Freelen visits Himmel, who is still the same as she was 50 years ago, but Himmel has aged and has little time left to live. She regrets this and sets out on a journey to "get to know people. On her journey, she encounters various people and various events await her.

Original work information】
■"Souei no Freelen"
Total number of copies sold has exceeded 8 million!
Original story by Kaneto Yamada, illustrations by Abetsukasa
Shonen Sunday Comics
The latest 10th volume will be released on March 16, 2023 (Thursday)
A special edition with 2 sets of newly-drawn can badges (2nd set) will also be released on the same day!

Official website of the original work: #
Official Twitter :#
Weekly Shōnen Sunday official website :#
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(c)Yamada Kaneto, Abetsukasa/Shogakukan/"Sougou no Freelen" Production Committee