The much-anticipated Netflix anime adaptation of the popular video game series, Devil May Cry, has finally secured a release date. Fans can mark their calendars for April 3, when the series will be available to stream on Netflix. This exciting news was shared alongside a new teaser on X, set to the iconic sounds of Limp Bizkit, perfectly encapsulating the series' edgy vibe.
DEVIL MAY CRY. APRIL 3. #NextOnNetflix pic.twitter.com/ypAHuHcqpJ
— Netflix (@netflix) January 30, 2025
First announced in 2018, the Devil May Cry anime is set to premiere with an eight-episode first season. The project is being helmed by Adi Shankar, the showrunner behind the successful Castlevania series, and animated by Studio Mir, renowned for their work on acclaimed shows like The Legend of Korra and X-Men '97. This collaboration promises to bring a high-quality visual and storytelling experience to fans of the franchise.
While specific plot details remain under wraps, the series appears to focus on Dante, the protagonist from the first three Devil May Cry games, rather than the events of Devil May Cry 5. However, any direct connections to the game series have not been confirmed. Voice actor Johnny Yong Bosch, known for voicing Nero in the video games, will lend his talents to the character of Dante in this anime adaptation.
The last entry in the Devil May Cry game series, Devil May Cry 5, was released in 2019. It marked a triumphant return for the franchise, which had been on a semi-hiatus since the 2013 release of DmC: Devil May Cry. As an action game, Devil May Cry 5 received widespread acclaim and is highly recommended, particularly for fans of similar titles like Ninja Gaiden Black 2. For a more in-depth look, you can check out our full review of Devil May Cry 5 [ttpp].
