Netflix is bringing the beloved Sanrio characters My Melody and Kuromi to life with a heartwarming new stop-motion animation series titled My Melody & Kuromi. The show, set to debut in July 2025, will celebrate My Melody’s 50th anniversary and Kuromi’s 20th anniversary, introducing fans to their whimsical world like never before.
A Peek into Mariland
The teaser trailer offers fans a glimpse of the charming visual style, transporting them into Mariland, the magical home of My Melody and Kuromi. My Melody is portrayed as a cheerful, caring girl with a love for baking alongside her mother and looking after her younger brother. In contrast, Kuromi, her punkish rival, hides a softer, more feminine side behind her mischievous exterior.
Creative Team and Studio
The series is the first project by Toruko, a branch of the acclaimed WIT STUDIO (Spy x Family, Attack on Titan). Directed by Tomoki Misato and written by Shuko Nemoto, the team has infused the show with a deep love for the Sanrio universe.
Writer Shuko Nemoto shared the joy of crafting dialogue for the beloved characters:
“Having My Melody and Kuromi speak lines I wrote felt like a reward for me as a writer. Despite the challenges of working remotely during the pandemic, our weekly collaborations were filled with passion for My Melody’s world.”
A Show for All Ages
The series aims to appeal to fans young and old, with heartfelt scenes and memorable lines that will resonate across generations.
Stay tuned for more updates as the release date approaches, and prepare to visit the enchanting world of Mariland when My Melody & Kuromi premieres on Netflix in July 2025.
