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Apple TV+ is returning with season 2 of the highly praised series Drops of God, based on a Japanese manga, set to premiere on January 21, featuring a story centered around wine and inheritance, with weekly episodes through March 11.
Destin Daniel Cretton, known for directing "Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings," is set to write and direct a live-action adaptation of the popular manga "Naruto" for Lionsgate. The film's specifics are currently undisclosed, but the manga, which has sold over 250 million copies worldwide, follows the journey of a young ninja named Naruto Uzumaki. The producers include Avi Arad, Ari Arad, and Emmy Yu for Arad Productions, as well as Jeremy Latcham, Cretton, and Jeyun Munford for Hisako. Cretton's previous works include "Just Mercy" and "The Glass Castle," and he is also involved in other upcoming projects.
Netflix's live-action adaptation of the manga series Yu Yu Hakusho successfully blends different genres and tones, despite its limited episode count. The series follows the journey of Yusuke Urameshi, a high school delinquent turned Spirit Detective, as he investigates supernatural crimes. While the show rushes through some emotional moments and world-building, it effectively captures the protagonist's sense of isolation and his reliance on fighting as an outlet. The action sequences are well-choreographed, and the exploration of personal mood and the consequences of constant conflict adds depth to the characters. Although the adaptation falls short in certain aspects, it serves as a gateway for newcomers to explore the more complex manga and anime versions of the story.
Netflix's live-action adaptation of the popular manga and anime series One Piece has currently adapted less than 10% of the manga's story, with only 95 out of 1091 published chapters being covered in the first season. The adaptation follows the adventures of Monkey D. Luffy and his crew as they search for the ultimate treasure, the One Piece. Despite the long journey ahead, fans have been enjoying the series on Netflix.
The debut of the One Piece manga adaptation on Netflix has generated significant buzz, with fan events held in multiple cities and a strong social media campaign. The series has trended on platforms like TikTok, Twitter, and Reddit, and has received a 94% Audience Score on Rotten Tomatoes. While viewership data is yet to be released, the show has the potential to be a success, even if it doesn't surpass previous Netflix hits. One Piece is based on the best-selling manga series by Eiichiro Oda and follows the adventures of Monkey D. Luffy in his quest to become the King of the Pirates.
The Oshi no Ko anime has released the creditless version of the ending song video, titled "Mephisto" and performed by Queen Bee. The anime is based on a manga series and follows the story of Dr. Goro, who is reborn as the son of a young starlet after being murdered by her delusional stalker. The anime was voted as the most anticipated anime of Spring 2023 and topped the weekly ranking after its premiere.