New Uzumaki Clip Shines Light on the Best Horror Anime in Years: Watch

New Uzumaki Clip Shines Light on the Best Horror Anime in Years: Watch

As a seasoned gamer and anime enthusiast who has weathered countless storms in the realm of pop culture, I can confidently say that Adult Swim’s adaptation of Junji Ito’s masterpiece, Uzumaki, is nothing short of a breath of fresh horror for us long-suffering fans. It’s been a rollercoaster ride since the first trailer dropped half a decade ago, and now, finally, as the leaves turn and the nights grow colder, we find ourselves on the precipice of what could be the defining Halloween experience for years to come.


Something is amiss in the town of Kurozu-Cho. A strange obsession with spirals is starting to eek its way into the lives of its inhabitants as spirals are appearing in the most unexpected places, and causing serious havoc wherever they do. Adult Swim’s Uzumaki has been a long time coming as the first trailer was released five years ago and has had anime fans waiting to see if Junji Ito’s work would finally receive an adaptation that lived up to the mangaka’s art. In a new three-minute preview, viewers can get a better glimpse of Studio Drive’s work in the horror anime series.

If you haven’t come across “Uzumaki” before, it’s a chilling story penned by Junji Ito, which first appeared as a manga series back in 1998. Over three volumes, the narrative centers around Kirie and Shuichi, two teenagers who discover that their peaceful town is under siege. Although the horror comic primarily revolves around these two characters and their town, Ito skillfully weaves in several tales, giving it an anthology feel. The animated adaptation of “Uzumaki” will debut on Adult Swim on September 28th, but fear not if you miss it, as it will re-air the next day on MAX.

Uzumaki’s Three Minute Preview

In the sneak peek of Uzumaki, we witness Kirie and Shuichi reuniting, with Kirie presenting Shuichi to her companion Kurotani. Unbeknownst to all, Kurotani harbors a dark secret; she bears a crescent scar on her brow, which she thinks bestows her with a mysterious power over men, compelling them to be drawn to her irrespective of the situation. As the story unfolds, it becomes apparent that Shuichi is repulsed rather than smitten, fueling Kurotani’s infatuation with Kirie’s boyfriend. This intriguing turn of events sets the stage for even more troubling incidents to unfold in the coming episodes.

Does Uzumaki Deliver?

In this article, we at egmr.ru have had the opportunity to view the first episode of Uzumaki, and it certainly lives up to expectations. Earning a rating of “4.5 out of 5,” let us explain why this show is destined to become a timeless Halloween favorite. Fans of horror anime often find themselves yearning for more content, making it incredibly gratifying to witness what could be the epitome of the genre just in time for the chilling season. Adult Swim’s Uzumaki may have taken some time to materialize, but trust us; it was well worth the wait. As Junji Ito’s latest venture into anime, Uzumaki is sure to be a production that fans will eagerly revisit each Halloween, and we can hardly contain our excitement as we look forward to devouring the rest of the four-episode miniseries following its debut.

It’s been confirmed that Uzumaki will consist of four episodes, leaving fans uncertain if the anime version can accommodate all the characters and incidents from the manga. Nevertheless, judging by the success of episode one, it seems Studio Drive has hit the nail on the head in terms of bringing Junji Ito’s eerie story to the screen.

Junji Ito’s Live-Action Future

Interestingly enough, despite the fact that an anime version of Uzumaki had never been produced prior to this year, a live-action film was actually made in Japan back in 2000. Now, with the Adult Swim production and the growing interest in Junji Ito’s work, Hollywood is set to feature him prominently as a trilogy of films has been announced. So far, Fangoria Studios have confirmed two films: Blood Sucking Darkness and Mystery of The Haunted House, both based on some of Ito’s most chilling works. Although the plot for the third film is yet to be revealed, it’s certainly in good company.

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2024-09-24 22:09