The highly anticipated English dub for the Kill Blue anime has officially arrived, bringing the thrilling story of a legendary hitman turned teenager to fans in North America. Anime enthusiasts can now dive into the action on both Amazon Prime Video and Netflix, as the first episode of the English dub premiered concurrently with its subtitled counterpart.
Bang Zoom! Studios Behind the Dub
Bang Zoom! Studios, a name synonymous with quality anime dubbing, confirmed their involvement in the Kill Blue production via a recent X (formerly Twitter) announcement. While the studio revealed its role in bringing the English voices to life, specific cast members and staff details remain under wraps for now. Fans are eagerly awaiting further announcements regarding who will be lending their talents to the unique characters of Kill Blue.
Global Streaming and Production Details
Kill Blue first premiered in Japan on April 11 across multiple TV Tokyo network channels, with a later broadcast on AT-X on April 17. Beyond Japan, the series is making a significant global splash. In North America, the anime is widely available on several streaming platforms, including Netflix, Crunchyroll, Amazon Prime Video, Rakuten Viki, Plex, the It's Anime FAST Channel on Samsung TV Plus and Vizio WatchFree+, and the It's Anime YouTube channel, ensuring broad accessibility for fans.
The anime's production is helmed by a talented team. Hiro Kaburagi, known for his directorial work on acclaimed series like Great Pretender and Hozuki's Coolheadedness, is directing Kill Blue at CUE. Miho Daidōji, an animation director celebrated for contributions to Kuroko's Basketball, is designing the characters. Notably, Kill Blue marks a significant milestone for CUE, as it's the first television series for which they serve as the main animation production studio. CUE was established in 2023 by DMM, an internet service and game developer, with Rui Kuroki, a former executive officer and production manager at Production I.G, at its helm. Musically, the series features the South Korean girl group aespa performing the opening theme song titled "ATTITUDE," while the South Korean boy band RIIZE delivers the ending theme song, "KILL SHOT."
Manga Origins and Plot
Kill Blue originates from the creative mind of Tadatoshi Fujimaki, the acclaimed author behind the popular Kuroko's Basketball manga. Fujimaki launched Kill Blue in Shueisha's Weekly Shonen Jump in April 2023, concluding its run on September 1 of the same year. The manga's narrative quickly captivated readers, leading to its 13th and final compiled book volume shipping on December 4. Accompanying the manga's conclusion, a novel adaptation titled Kill Ao Secret Report by Kiyoko Hoshi was also released on December 4, expanding the series' universe.
Viz Media is actively publishing the Kill Blue manga, offering both digital and print editions to English-speaking audiences, with the sixth print volume released on April 7. The manga is also available digitally through MANGA Plus.
The premise introduces Juzo Ogami, a legendary hitman whose name alone strikes fear. His impeccable track record remains untarnished until an unforeseen event drastically alters his life: he awakens to find himself trapped in the body of a teenager. The mystery surrounding this sudden transformation drives him to an unexpected course of action: infiltrating a high school. It's the one place he swore he would never set foot in again, but now it holds the key to uncovering the truth behind his predicament. This unique blend of action, mystery, and high school drama promises a compelling viewing experience for anime fans.
Start Watching Today
With the English dub now streaming, there has never been a better time to experience the world of Kill Blue. Join Juzo Ogami as he navigates the treacherous halls of high school while trying to unravel the mystery of his new teenage existence, all while maintaining his deadly reputation. Head over to Prime Video or Netflix to catch the first episode and immerse yourself in this thrilling new anime adventure.
