As an observer, I’m thrilled to share that my anticipation for the highly acclaimed death game manga, “Liar Game,” turning into an anime series has finally become a reality! During REMOW’s panel at Anime NYC, they disclosed some intriguing updates about their upcoming anime lineup. Among these announcements was the exciting news that Madhouse Studios will be adapting Shinobu Kaitani’s renowned thriller manga series, “Liar Game.”
REMOW generously unveiled a captivating teaser trailer and the first key visual for the upcoming anime. The image, a chilling white mask against a pitch-black background, promises an enthralling journey ahead. Mark your calendars, because “Liar Game” is expected to premiere in 2026!
The Liar Game anime will mark the first time Kaitani’s manga is animated, as it has previously been adapted in various formats. It was initially published in Weekly Young Jump magazine back in February 2005 and ran for ten years, encompassing 201 chapters and 19 volumes. Prior to the anime adaptation, a two-season Japanese live-action drama series was produced in 2007 and 2009. This was followed by a live-action film called Liar Game: The Final Stage in 2010. Another Japanese live-action film, Liar Game: Reborn, was released in 2012 with a new cast. South Korea also produced its own live-action television series of Liar Game in 2014. However, the upcoming Liar Game anime by REMOV and Madhouse will be the first to bring the series to life in animated form.
Everything to Know About Madhouse’s Liar Game
In the show “Liar Game,” we follow Nao Kanzaki, a kind-hearted yet unsuspecting college student who gets drawn into a high-stakes tournament known as the Liar Game. The catch? She’s been given a sum of 100 million yen and must strategize to seize other players’ money without being caught lying or cheating. Each round of deception increases the debt for those who lose, putting their honest nature to the test. To navigate this web of deceit, Nao enlists the help of a seasoned con artist named Shinichi Akiyama, as they strive to outwit opponents while maintaining their ethical standards throughout the game.
The original manga gained fame due to its unique concept, charming main character, and fresh take on the “survival game” genre. Adaptations of both the manga and live-action versions delve into the ethical quandary of deceit and the intricacies of trusting others. The creator of the series aimed to emphasize themes such as “the value of trust” and the consequences that come with trust in a world built on deception. The upcoming anime will be directed by Yuzo Sato, renowned for his work on Kaiji -Ultimate Survivor-, and Asami Kawano, known for her work on The Vampire Dies in No Time.
Kaitani provided a message about the anime announcement:
This year signifies two decades since the debut of LIAR GAME in Young Jump, an occasion that heralds the anime adaptation of this captivating series. Originally, it was introduced with a focus on “The significance of trust.” However, over these past 20 years, we’ve experienced events like the COVID-19 pandemic, a surge in social media usage, and a growing skepticism towards one another… I believe that the theme of my series is now more resonant than ever.
And so I feel it is fitting that in this era, we get the LIAR GAME anime.
No matter if you’re reminiscing about this series from the past or just starting out, I think there’s something in this story that will touch you personally.
I hope you look forward to it.
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2025-08-23 03:10