REMOW, which handles the global distribution of Japanese content, announced global streaming plans for the hotly anticipated July comedy anime series “My Deer Friend Nokotan” from Studio WIT (Attack on Titan, SPY x FAMILY) based on the manga of the same name by Oshioshio. Aiming to reach as many fans as possible and break free of the trend of platform exclusivity, My Deer Friend Nokotan is set to be the most widely-available new anime of 2024, with new episodes streaming on Crunchyroll, Prime Video, ADN, Anime Onegai and additional streaming services in over 140 countries and territories, with free & legal streaming options for over a billion people around the world.
“’My Deer Friend Nokotan’ Is the Most Unhinged Anime of the Year” – The Mary Sue
In the last few weeks My Deer Friend Nokotan has taken the world by storm. Its second English PV is one of the most-viewed of the upcoming season on multiple platforms. Its dance has gone viral, inspiring countless remixes, a page on Know Your Meme, and generating nearly 5M views between its two official uploads.
“[My Deer Friend Nokotan is] slated to be one of the biggest anime series premieres in the Summer of 2024.” – The Escapist
REMOW, a company dedicated to bringing the best of Japanese animation and pop culture to fans around the world, is responsible for My Deer Friend Nokotan’s international distribution. “Our distribution strategy is designed to meet the unique needs of streaming platforms worldwide and their respective audiences. By ensuring our anime reaches the broadest possible viewership through the most suitable platforms, we strive to make content easily accessible to anime fans. This approach not only increases global revenue but also allows us to return more profits to the anime creators. In turn, this enables the production of new anime, ensuring a continuous stream of fresh content for everyone.,” said Akira Ishii, President and CEO of REMOW. “With this in mind, we are thrilled to deliver ‘My Deer Friend Nokotan’ to fans around the world..”
“It’s a charming comedy that could be one of the best anime this year.” – Dextero
Episodes of My Deer Friend Nokotan will be available starting on July 7, 2024* on Crunchyroll, Prime Video, ADN, Anime Onegai and many other services across the U.S., Asia and around the world. And starting at a later date to be announced on additional platforms. The series will be available with Japanese audio and subtitles in one or more of the following languages, depending on the platform: English, Spanish, Portuguese, Korean, French, German, Indonesian, Vietnamese, Malaysian, Thai and Traditional Chinese. Updates and details can be found on the official It’s Anime social media channels on YouTube, X (formerly known as Twitter), Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok.
- The distribution start date and platforms are subject to change without notice.
- The start date may vary depending on the time difference.
【Synopsis】
Koshi Torako, a high schooler, one day feels something cold hit her face. Looking up, she spots a girl stuck, her antlers tangled in power lines. Helping Shikanoko, antlered and peculiar, turns Torako’s life, a model student by appearance only, upside down. Thus begins a tale of a girl (once a delinquent) and another (a deer?), in this Girl Meets Deer adventure!
The original manga for My Deer Friend Nokotan from author Oshioshio is widely available in English. The first four volumes of the series are available in print from Seven Seas Entertainment, and digitally via BOOKWALKER.
【Cast】
Shikanoko Noko: Megumi Han (Gon in Hunter x Hunter (2011))
Koshi Torako: Saki Fujita (Ymir in Attack on Titan)
Koshi Anko: Rui Tanabe (Nanana in Nanana’s Buried Treasure)
Bashame Meme: Fuka Izumi (Utena in Gushing Over Magical Girls)
Nekoyamada Neko: Yurika Kubo
Tanukikouji Kinu: Rio Tsuchiya
Tsubameya Chiharu: Chinatsu Akasaki
Narration: Kosuke Toriumi
【Opening Theme】
Shikairo Days
Deer Club: Shikanoko Noko (CV: Megumi Han), Koshi Torako (CV: Saki Fujita), Koshi Anko (CV: Rui Tanabe), Bashame Meme (CV: Fuka Izumi)
【Ending Theme】
Shika-senbei no Uta
Shikanoko Noko (CV: Megumi Han), Koshi Torako (CV: Saki Fujita)
【Staff】
Original Author: Oshioshio (Himouto! Umaru-chan, Yuruyuri, Gabriel DropOut)
Director: Masahiko Ohta (Himouto! Umaru-chan, Yuruyuri, Gabriel DropOut)
Script: Takashi Aoshima (Himouto! Umaru-chan, Yuruyuri, Gabriel DropOut)
Character Design: Ayumu Tsujimura
Music: Yasuhiro Misawa (Himouto! Umaru-chan, Yuruyuri, Gabriel DropOut)
Animation: WIT STUDIO (Attack on Titan, SPY x FAMILY)
Produced by Hino-Minami High School Deer Club
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