TOKYO, JAPAN – Nippon Television Network Corporation (Nippon TV) the leading commercial broadcaster network and production powerhouse in Japan, announced that they will be heading to MIP-TV 2018 with a new scripted format (anone), two non-scripted reality competition formats (Hungry 9, Hardcore Fans), and one animated series (Real Girl). Nippon TV will be unveiling these titles for the first time at MIP-TV.

 

Scripted Format

anone (10 x 60’) – also available as a finished drama

anone is the story of a young girl who after losing her family becomes separated from society and can no longer figure out a way to live. The drama begins when she meets an old woman, like herself, who is no longer able to believe in people due to so much deception and betrayal. The two eventually realize that they feel the same way about many things and the woman shelters the girl. It’s a story of search, one that has misguided beginnings but evolves into true human love.

 

Reality Competition Non-Scripted Formats

Hungry 9 (60 minute episodes)

Social Experiment

One goal, nine desperate aspirants, countless mind games to eliminate the rest and be the only winner.  In a locked room, they have 24 hours to determine “the one” or else all nine leave empty-handed. True characters are revealed through tears, collusion, and betrayal in this brand new social experiment format. Witness democracy at its most extreme.

 

Hardcore Fans (30 minute episodes)

Sports Entertainment

Hardcore Fans showcases the passion of every sports fan around the world. Locked up in a cell while the season is in full swing, loyal fans experience the highs and lows of their beloved team like no other, their fate being determined by real-time match results. The show evokes interest, whether you’re a sports fanatic or not, with jaw-dropping footages that are perfect even for social sharing.

 

Animated Series

Real Girl (30 minute episodes)

Written originally by Mao Nanami and with over 1.2 million comic book copies issued, Real Girl is now slated to air on Nippon TV starting April 2018. High school senior Hikari Tsutsui is, simply put, a geek. He feels that as long as the girls in the 2D world of his games and anime are keeping him company, he can survive all on his own. Out of nowhere, a 3D bombshell, Iroha Igarashi, confesses her love for him and they begin dating. Hikari’s adventures are about to unfold as the carefree Iroha begins to wrap him around her finger.