Today, Netflix released a teaser for a My Melody and Kuromi stop motion animated series, set to premiere in July 2025. Celebrating the 50th anniversary of My Melody and the 20th anniversary of Kuromi, the series will take viewers on an adventure in Mariland, their whimsical home.

My Melody is a straightforward, cheerful girl who cares deeply for her younger brother and enjoys baking cookies with her mother. Since her debut in 1975, she has continued to be loved by a wide range of fans. Kuromi, who debuted in 2005 as My Melody’s self proclaimed rival, may seem like a troublemaker, but she’s actually quite feminine. She is one of Sanrio’s most popular characters, having ranked in the Top 3 in the 2024 Sanrio character ranking.

The series is directed by Tomoki Misato (Pui Pui Molcar). “I’m thrilled that this project is finally announced in this important year marking the 50th anniversary of My Melody and the 20th anniversary of Kuromi!” he said. “This momentous project motivated all of us to come together, take on various challenges, and push the envelope with stop-motion. I hope everyone will enjoy this exciting story set in our handcrafted Mariland, the thrilling action that pushes the limits of stop-motion, and, of course, the cute and dynamic characters.” The series is produced by Toruku, marking the first stop-motion animation series from the studio, which was established as part of WIT Studio.

Serving as screenwriter is Shuko Nemoto, an award winning playwright, adds her unique touch to the series. “Having My Melody and Kuromi speak lines I wrote felt like a reward for me as a writer,” Nemoto reflects. “Because of the pandemic, I couldn’t meet with Director Misato or the producers in person. But we connected remotely each week, carefully building this together. The project is filled with love for the world of My Melody, beloved by people of all ages. I believe everyone, from adults to children, will have favorite scenes and lines.”

“Our animation with Kuromi-chan is starting this summer! ♡ I want to bring lots of excitement to all my friends.♪ Please look forward to it. ♡” said My Melody. “A new anime with My Melody and me is starting! All you KUROMIES around the world, you’re gonna watch it, right? Don’t miss my cuteness. ★” said Kuromi.

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