DMM.com LLC announced the long-awaited anime adaptation of KILL BLUE, the smash hit manga by Tadatoshi Fujimaki (Kuroko’s Basketball, ROBOT×LASERBEAM), has officially been confirmed. Set to air in 2026, the series combines razor-sharp action with offbeat comedy in a premise unlike anything else: the world’s most fearsome assassin is forced to relive his youth, this time as a middle schooler. To mark the announcement, a teaser visual and teaser PV have been unveiled, offering a first look at this wildly unique story of second chances, school life, and high-octane battles.
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At the heart of KILL BLUE is Jūzō Ōgami, a legendary hitman who has never failed an assignment. But after being stung by a mysterious wasp during a mission, the 39-year-old suddenly wakes up in the body of a 13-year-old. Ordered by his organization to infiltrate a middle school, Jūzō must now juggle awkward classrooms, eccentric classmates, and assassins with outrageous quirks, all while fighting to reclaim the life he once knew. What unfolds is an adrenaline-fueled “redo-your-youth” action comedy, as violent clashes collide with the absurdities of adolescence.
The series unites an exceptional team of anime veterans, including:
● Director: Hiro Kaburagi (Great Pretender, Kimi ni Todoke)
● Character Design: Miho Daidōji (Animation Director for Kuroko’s Basketball, Chief Animation Director for Kimi ni Todoke 3rd Season)
● Animation Production: CUE
As KILL BLUE prepares to leap from the pages of Shonen Jump to screens worldwide, fans can expect a series that blends heart-pounding action, sharp humor, and the irresistible chaos of middle school life. “I am deeply grateful to all the readers who have supported KILL BLUE,” says creator Tadatoshi Fujimaki, “seeing Jūzō’s strange new school life brought to animation is a dream come true. Please look forward to the anime in 2026!” With its all-star creative team and a story that turns the concept of second chances on its head, KILL BLUE promises to be an unforgettable ride for longtime fans and newcomers alike.
